Our Staff
We bring different perspectives to the table, but we’re united by a love for purposeful work, thoughtful design, and real connection.
Ann-Marie Balliana
Ann-Marie brings extensive experience in community leadership and governance with a strong track record and passion of delivering positive outcomes for communities and stakeholders.
With a background in Banking and Finance and NFP organisations, her focus will be on the growth and development of our services and programs.
Chief Executive Officer
Sri Pazstor
As the Finance Coordinator for Our Community Project, Sri is responsible for overseeing, coordinating, and administering the financial records, systems, and processes of the organisation, including accounting, bookkeeping, payroll and benefits, record keeping, banking, insurance, and all related financial and office administration.
Finance Manager
Sonya Keir
Sonya has a passion for Community engagement and has extensive experience in event and stakeholder management and implementing programs across the community.
With extensive experience in the NFP sector, Sonya is responsible for management of community programs.
Community Development Manager
Misty is a mother of two and a local member of the community. As a consultant in this project she has first-hand experience of how valuable it is to the residents in her community. “
Misty oversees the NILS application and approval process and her role has provided opportunity to assist people to get their lives back on track.
NILS ConsultantMisty Gurtala
Vesna Horley
NILS Consultant
With more than 30 years’ experience in community services, Vesna has dedicated her career to supporting people through life’s challenges with empathy, understanding, and practical guidance.
As a qualified Financial Counsellor, Vesna has worked closely with individuals and families to help them regain financial stability and build confidence in their future.
Leila has worked in the timber industry, aged care, and NFP organisations in administration roles for many years.
Leila’s role consists of a variety of duties including managing general correspondence and coordinating general office duties,
AdministrationLeila Buik
Tegan comes from a community services background, having worked in outreach support for homelessness, alcohol and other drugs (AOD), domestic violence, and as a manager of a homeless shelter.
As someone passionate about supporting others, Tegan enjoys being part of a team that’s dedicated to helping our community thrive.
NILS Consultant - NowraTegan Fischer
NILS Consultant Anne Steyer
With a passion and career in art and Transpersonal Art Therapy, Lara became the Coordinator of Culture Bank Wollongong, a not-for-profit initiative.
This is a crowd funding model that generates money to support creative projects in the Illawarra South Coast of NSW
Culture BankLara Seresin
