FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
BIG THINGS IN STORE AS WINDERMERE APPOINTS NEW CEO Chairman Carl Strachan and the Board of Windermere Child and Family Services have announced the appointment of Dr Lynette Buoy as Chief Executive Officer. “We are delighted to announce the appointment of Dr Lynette Buoy to the position of chief executive officer at Windermere Child and Family Services,” said Mr Strachan. “As one of Melbourne’s leading community service organisations, Windermere is entering a new and exciting phase and we look forward to working with Lynette for the future success of the organisation,” he said. Boasting a strong background in the community services sector, with an emphasis on strategy, development and implementation, Lynette’s most recent appointment was in the role of CEO at the Centre of Excellence in Child and Family Welfare – the Victorian state peak body for vulnerable children and families. With a deep understanding of state and national issues and demonstrated passion for making a difference, Lynette’s management philosophy revolves around the importance of a holistic approach to strategic planning and goal driven results. “What a privilege it is to have been offered this opportunity to work with such a well-regarded organisation. I am very much looking forward to this exciting challenge and making a valuable contribution to the work of Windermere, in its essential role within the not-for-profit and charitable sector, “ said Buoy. “With a focus on relationship driven management of internal and external stakeholders, I am excited to build on the strong foundations already in place at Windermere, displaying the values and behaviours that make this organisation such a leading force in its field with relation to service delivery and prevention.” “Windermere is an incredibly powerful brand, everyday we help children, families and individuals within our community, the work that has been done by an extraordinary team of staff, advocates and volunteers must be acknowledged and I look forward to joining them, “ Dr Buoy added. Previously, Lynette has worked for The Smith Family as General Manager in Western Australia, and prior to this was the CEO for the Lady Gowrie Child Centre (Melbourne) Inc. Lynette has also served on a number of community and educational boards and has a PhD in organisational change. Lynette will commence her position of chief executive officer at Windermere Child and Family Services on Monday 11th February 2013.
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Photograph: Dr Lynette Buoy (left), with Windermere Chairman Carl Strachan (right)
About Windermere Windermere is a leading community service organisation that provides an array of emotional and practical support services for vulnerable children, families and individuals within our community. Windermere improves wellbeing in children, families and communities by helping to realise their potential, build resilience and connecting people in the community. We operate from over 22 locations, in over 10 municipalities serving a population of over 1.2 million people. If you wish to know more information please contact Windermere Child and Family Services on (03) 9705 3200 or email info@windermere.org.au
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