Jo Manderson

Providing support for the governance and management of NFP theatre organisation in Geelong. GSODA, (Geelong Society of Operatic and Dramatic Arts) Inc is an incorporated, not-for-profit organisation operated by the GSODA Committee of Management, is a community theatre company with Junior and Senior companies providing learning, performing, production and administrative opportunities for live stage performances.

GSODA is Geelong’s oldest and longest running amateur theatre companies and… Show more

Providing support for the governance and management of NFP theatre organisation in Geelong. GSODA, (Geelong Society of Operatic and Dramatic Arts) Inc is an incorporated, not-for-profit organisation operated by the GSODA Committee of Management, is a community theatre company with Junior and Senior companies providing learning, performing, production and administrative opportunities for live stage performances.

GSODA is Geelong’s oldest and longest running amateur theatre companies and one of Australia’s longest (and oldest) running Junior companies. The Company prides itself on bringing high calibre productions to the stage as well as offering training and opportunity in all areas of the performing arts.

GSODA prides itself on the development of its young members and empowers them through encouragement and personal development. Many of the Junior players over time have gone onto bigger and brighter experiences and recall their time with GSODA as one of their most rewarding. Show less

Selected to be a judge for the Geelong Chamber of Commerce 2023 Geelong Business Excellence Awards (GBEA).

Established in 1986 and managed by The Geelong Chamber of Commerce, the GBEA are the oldest continuously running business awards program in Australia, and, as such, provide a significant recognition and celebration of business achievement and performance for a wide variety of businesses. The GBEA is an incredible platform for the Geelong business community to celebrate their… Show more

Selected to be a judge for the Geelong Chamber of Commerce 2023 Geelong Business Excellence Awards (GBEA).

Established in 1986 and managed by The Geelong Chamber of Commerce, the GBEA are the oldest continuously running business awards program in Australia, and, as such, provide a significant recognition and celebration of business achievement and performance for a wide variety of businesses. The GBEA is an incredible platform for the Geelong business community to celebrate their achievements and success. It is a prestigious and comprehensive program for established and emerging businesses and leaders striving for business excellence to be recognised for being clever, creative, and innovative. Show less

Participating in a Company mentoring program, providing coaching and leadership support for a support coordinator in disability services space.

I was a member of the Belmont Primary School Council from 2015, becoming President in 2017, until my last child finished at the School in 2022. The role of the School Council is to help provide governance to the running of the Primary School in accordance with State Government School Council regulations. The role of the President also requires participation on the Finance Sub-Committee which has responsibility of review of all finance matters including budget and expense approvals.… Show more

I was a member of the Belmont Primary School Council from 2015, becoming President in 2017, until my last child finished at the School in 2022. The role of the School Council is to help provide governance to the running of the Primary School in accordance with State Government School Council regulations. The role of the President also requires participation on the Finance Sub-Committee which has responsibility of review of all finance matters including budget and expense approvals. Involvement in the annual Strategic Plan development and participation in Regional activities regarding School policy as required.
In 2022 we went through the process of appointing a new Principal. Show less

GSODA (Geelong Society of Operatic and Dramatic Art) is a 50 year old not for profit theatre company. Junior and Senior Groups rehearse year-round staging theatre productions in Geelong. Specifically this volunteer role provides the coordination of the hair and makeup design and in-theatre/backstage support for the GSODA Juniors, the 11-17yo section of the Company. These Juniors audition for a place in the Company, putting on two productions a year, and leave once they reach the age of 17.… Show more

GSODA (Geelong Society of Operatic and Dramatic Art) is a 50 year old not for profit theatre company. Junior and Senior Groups rehearse year-round staging theatre productions in Geelong. Specifically this volunteer role provides the coordination of the hair and makeup design and in-theatre/backstage support for the GSODA Juniors, the 11-17yo section of the Company. These Juniors audition for a place in the Company, putting on two productions a year, and leave once they reach the age of 17. All production team are volunteers. Show less

Go Girl, Go for IT is a program run by the Victorian ICT for Women network, an industry-driven initiative that aims to support and enable entry, retention and progression for women working in ICT.

The biennial program is usually a live event, scheduled to run in 2020, however due to COVID-19 restrictions the program will be pioneered virtually in August. This is a volunteer run program, with support from a stable of sponsors.

My role was to provide support to the MD in leading… Show more

Go Girl, Go for IT is a program run by the Victorian ICT for Women network, an industry-driven initiative that aims to support and enable entry, retention and progression for women working in ICT.

The biennial program is usually a live event, scheduled to run in 2020, however due to COVID-19 restrictions the program will be pioneered virtually in August. This is a volunteer run program, with support from a stable of sponsors.

My role was to provide support to the MD in leading the Marketing function. Show less

The Type 1 Foundation aims to create a community that supports, connects and empowers all people living with Type 1 Diabetes and their families. The Type 1 Foundation has raised over $250,000 in the past 5 years to support people living with Type 1 Diabetes. As a Board Member I helped guide the direction, positioning and the governance of the Foundation. As a volunteer I have helped to run the organisation and to keep administration costs to a minimum with over 95% of funds raised going… Show more

The Type 1 Foundation aims to create a community that supports, connects and empowers all people living with Type 1 Diabetes and their families. The Type 1 Foundation has raised over $250,000 in the past 5 years to support people living with Type 1 Diabetes. As a Board Member I helped guide the direction, positioning and the governance of the Foundation. As a volunteer I have helped to run the organisation and to keep administration costs to a minimum with over 95% of funds raised going directly to supporting families. I resigned from the Board in 2020 for family reasons. Show less