About

My story begins in school, long before titles, committees, or boardrooms. I was a Boy Scout who learned early that service was not an obligation — it was a way of living. As President of the Interact Club, I led a team of students who believed in doing small things with sincerity. That year, our club was recognised as the best in the district, and I realised something important: when people work together with purpose, they can change their community.

My adult life took me far from those school corridors. My career placed me in war zones and refugee camps, where I saw displacement, loss, and resilience up close. I helped wherever I could — sometimes with logistics, sometimes with organisation, sometimes simply by being present. Those experiences shaped my understanding of humanity and responsibility more than any formal training ever could.

I have lived in three countries — India, New Zealand, and Australia — each one adding a new layer to who I am. In New Zealand, I held administrative roles at the University of Auckland, and later served as the CFO of the Property Council New Zealand. These roles taught me the discipline of financial stewardship, organisational clarity, and the importance of transparent systems. My volunteering continued alongside my work; as Chairman of Migrant Support Services, I worked closely with the SCOPE Foundation, helping newcomers find their footing in a new country.

When I migrated to Australia, I carried that same spirit of service with me. I volunteered with Computer Pals, helping seniors navigate technology; with Harvest Hub, supporting community food initiatives; with Kamahl, the iconic singer, in his advocacy work; and with Hearing Matters Australia, promoting accessibility and awareness for people with hearing challenges.

Most recently, I served as Secretary of the Communities Council on Ethnic Issues, helping coordinate community voices during a time when representation mattered deeply. Today, I continue to support my local Tai Chi group by preparing funding applications for council grants — a small but meaningful way to keep community activities thriving.

Across all these years, one thing has remained constant: my belief in relationships and collaboration. I work best when I work with people — listening, guiding, and helping them navigate processes that often feel overwhelming. My services to not‑for‑profit organisations are mostly voluntary, because community work has always been part of my identity. For commercial organisations, I offer the same commitment and professionalism, supported by decades of governance and financial experience.

In 2025, I was honoured with the Senior Achiever Award from the Victorian Government — a recognition that felt less like a personal achievement and more like a celebration of the communities I’ve been privileged to serve.

Alongside my administrative and governance work, I am also an analyst and writer, with a deep interest in geopolitics, history, and long‑form commentary. This analytical side strengthens my ability to interpret information, communicate clearly, and support organisations with documentation that is structured, thoughtful, and decision‑ready.

My journey has taken me across borders, cultures, and communities — but the thread running through it has always been the same: help where you can, work collaboratively, and build relationships that last.

That is who I am, and that is the spirit I bring to every organisation I support.