David Shortland

David is a governance advisor and communication counsel to boards and senior executives. He is a Board Advisor and facilitator for the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) in Strategy, Risk, Board Effectiveness & Governance generally. He co-authored the first edition of AICD’s Good Governance Principles and Guidance for Not-For-Profit Organisations. David is a Fellow of the National Heart Foundation of Australia, having been a director of the Heart Foundation (NSW). He joined the ChildFund Australia board in November 2014, was Deputy Chair from 2017 – 2020 and is a member of Audit, Risk and Nominations and Communication & Marketing Committees. David is a director of the international board of ChildFund Alliance.

Lyndsey has over 15 years leadership experience gained across international markets and is currently the Chief Executive Officer of Children’s Hospital Foundation. She is experienced in strategic planning, fundraising, marketing, philanthropy, digital transformation and leading highly effective teams. Lyndsey’s career spans international development, social services, health, medical research and the arts and she is passionate about building inclusive, engaged, and inspiring cultures to achieve the best possible outcomes for the communities we serve. Lyndsey joined the ChildFund Australia Board in February 2022 and is a member of the Communications & Marketing committee.