Our Board

Bruce Levett recently concluded a successful stint as CEO of Health Consumers Tasmania, a not-for-profit community-based health consumer advocacy organisation.

Bruce, originally from Burnie, has a strong background in stakeholder and community engagement, business management, strategy and policy development. Bruce worked in Hobart in market research, for the Tasmanian Government and then as a management consultant for six years before moving to Melbourne in 2000.

He returned with a young family to Hobart in 2018 after working in senior government roles in Victoria across international trade and major event management and more recently working on an international aid project in the Solomon Islands.

Bruce spent the last few years establishing Health Consumers Tasmania, recruiting the board, staff and building a community of interest of over 650 people across the state. Bruce is a graduate of the AICD, completed a leadership program through the Australian Graduate School of Management, and holds a UTAS Bachelor of Science with majors in mathematics and economics.

Patrick Carlisle has held a number of volunteer director posts in not-for-profit organisations for nearly four decades. He holds a Master of Business Education, which has enabled him to assist not-for-profit organisations to become stronger and more resilient in the evolving economic and civil environment. He has also used his strength in accounting to strengthen their balance sheets to enable organisations to become more independent of government funding.

Patrick has been the Treasurer of over seven not-for-profits, chair of two associations, served on two national committee’s, and spent four years as Deputy-Chair of the Tasmanian Social Science Human Research Ethic Committee.

Patrick has strong experience in accounting, the not-for-profit sector and governance. He has been a member of the AICD since 2013 and graduated the AICD Company Directors Course in 2015.

Dr Lisa Denny is a systems thinker, demographer, researcher and educator. She works with clients to better understand the inter-related nature of socio-demographic change through research, data analysis, and interpretation of complex economic and social issues using a systems thinking lens.

Together with clients, Lisa helps identify and articulate challenges and opportunities using a systems thinking approach and then works with clients to develop informed strategic policy directions.

Le-ella Doyle is an experienced executive leader with a strong background in service delivery, social policy and health promotion. She brings extensive experience in governance, financial stewardship and industry leadership, grounded in a career long commitment to social justice, equity and diversity.

As Chief Strategy Officer at Relationships Australia Tasmania, Le-ella provides executive leadership for statewide service delivery that reaches thousands of Tasmanians each year. She oversees strategic planning, impact measurement and performance outcomes, ensuring services are accountable and responsive to community needs. Her leadership of the 75 Conversations in 75 Places initiative demonstrated her ability to engage authentically with Tasmanians, listen deeply to lived experiences, and translate those insights into system level priorities that drive meaningful change.

Le-ella’s passion lies in strengthening a connected and thriving Tasmanian community. She believes that lasting impact comes from elevating local voices, building genuine partnerships and fostering opportunities for people to participate fully in community life. Her commitment is not only to service excellence, but also to cultivating belonging, resilience and equity across the state.

A Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and former Board Member of the Alliance for Forgotten Australians, Le-ella is widely recognised for her governance capability and financial acumen, with extensive experience managing multi-million dollar budgets and complex government contracts.

By combining deep industry knowledge with current service delivery leadership, she offers TasCOSS both strategic insight and practical expertise. Her work is underpinned by values of collaboration, equity, and belonging, with a vision of a stronger and more connected Tasmanian community services industry to advance equity for all Tasmanians.

Ryan Gilmour is the Coordinator and Senior Solicitor at the North West Community Legal Centre in Devonport, providing legal assistance and advocating for the local community. Ryan also serves as the President of Community Legal Centres Tasmania, leading efforts to support and promote community legal services across the state.

With a strong commitment to supporting his local community, Ryan is a board member of the North West Tasmanian Veteran Welfare Board and the McKenna Park Regional Hockey Complex, contributing to the welfare of veterans and the development of regional sports facilities.

Ryan’s legal career has spanned across both Tasmania and Victoria, having worked as a Senior Associate at Rae & Partners Lawyers, as well as owning and operating his own legal practice. He holds a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Commerce, which underpin his strong legal and business acumen.

Ryan is passionate about social justice and is actively engaged in the community services industry, working towards positive change and ensuring access to services for those in need.

For over a decade, Andrew Hillier has led community-based organisations in Tasmania, serving as CEO of Loaves and Fishes Tasmania and Devonport Chaplaincy. His passion is building systems that bring dignity, hope and resilience to Tasmanians doing it tough.

Loaves and Fishes Tasmania is now the state’s largest provider of free, ready-made meals and rescued food, reaching more than 16,000 people each week. They partner with over 250 schools, neighbourhood houses, churches and community organisations to ensure fresh, nutritious food is delivered directly where it is needed most. Alongside emergency relief, Andrew has driven programs that link food security to skills and employment, giving vulnerable people pathways into training and sustainable jobs.

Andrew’s work has always been deeply relational and place-based, ensuring solutions are designed with local communities, not for them. This includes supporting chaplaincy and mentoring services, co-designing school lunch programs and piloting new models, such as social supermarkets and residential food services. He has seen firsthand the difference that collaboration across government, community and business makes when we place people at the centre.

Andrew brings strong governance and leadership experience to the TasCOSS Board, including managing multi-million dollar budgets, major capital redevelopments and state and federal funding agreements.

Jodie Stokes is a dynamic and accomplished leader with over 35 years of experience in community cervices. A passionate advocate for human rights and equality, she is dedicated to fostering a just and fair community for everyone in Tasmania. Jodie’s work is driven by a community-led approach, empowering individuals and groups to self-determine their own paths and achieve their goals.

Throughout her extensive career, Jodie has led multiple fields, including children’s services, disability services, employment services, family support, mental health and residential accommodation. Her collaborative and innovative nature has led her to design replicated resources and develop new programs that have been adopted by other organisations.

Jodie holds qualifications in Community Services, and Leadership. As a General Manager, she is currently a leading force in practice and innovation, guiding a large leadership team. Her expertise extends to financial management, with a proven track record in setting budgets, forecasting and contributing to organisational growth.

Recognised for her contributions, Jodie was honored with a Leadership Award from the Tasmanian Government in 2012 and an Innovation Award from the Department of Education in 2006. She is also a confident public speaker and has represented her organisations at numerous forums and conferences.

Jodie has served on various committees and boards, including Devonport Touch Football, Touch Football Australia, and Burnie Works, holding key roles such as Director, Secretary, Chair, Vice President, and President. Her professional, supportive, and successful leadership style consistently contributes to her community.

Belinda Witter is a recognised leader in social entrepreneurship, housing, innovation and strategy. She has diverse board and executive expertise across the not-for-profit, construction and housing, health care, community, education and business sectors.

Belinda is passionate about empowering young people and people experiencing vulnerabilities and inequality, demonstrated in her executive leadership role establishing the nationally recognised building and construction social enterprise St Joseph Affordable Homes, which has a dual purpose to alleviate homelessness and provide employment to young and vulnerable Tasmanians.

Belinda is the proud creator of Build Up Tassie, the successful employment and coaching program with Centacare Evolve Housing. She was the founding director of CatholicCare Tasmania’s place-based Social Impact Program, which is an approach to improve individual, family and community wellbeing which has been scaled into other states and organisations.

Belinda has held a range of board roles, including serving as the inaugural Chair of All-Round Health and Community Care and Chair of Governance and Risk for RSL Tasmania. She has been published in the areas of social impact, social justice and spirituality, leadership and education and her work has been recognised at range of state and national platforms.

Adrienne has extensive experience at CEO-level and a long-standing career in the community services industry. Prior to taking up the role of CEO of Tasmania’s community services industry peak body, Adrienne spent three years as CEO of Volunteering Australia based in the nation’s capital.

Adrienne has a wealth of experience working with local, state and federal governments and is a passionate advocate for Tasmanians. Adrienne has qualifications in education and substantial experience in the volunteering sector.

Since starting with TasCOSS in 2020, Adrienne has worked tirelessly advocating on behalf of Tasmanians living on low incomes and experiencing disadvantage. In breaking down barriers to participation, it is Adrienne’s sincere hope that all Tasmanians can live a good life on our island home.