Co-Founder, Managing Director/Chair & CEO

Tom joined the Not-for-Profit & Charity Community Consultants (NFPCCC) and DCSS Community Justice & Social Services (Formally known as LGBTIQ - Support & Protection Services Inc.) Team in February 2012, where he joined in very humble roles so he can learn from more experienced leaders, and serve with everything he can to his best potential.

Tom commenced originially as a Peer Support Leader > Team Leader > Operations Coordinator > Senor Manager and Organisation Director > President & CEO > Managing Director & C.E.O.

Tom Identifies and is a proud Entrepreneur + First Nations (Indigenous) + LGBTIQA+ Community Member and leader, who comes from a very humble beginning and lifestyle.

Tom has a passion and conviction for Community Justice and Social Services, Community Development, and Welfare Support Services and embraces Teamwork, Leadership, Diversity, Inclusion, and Equality!

Tom has been passionate about community services since 2009 as a youth; Tom has since started five Not-for-Profit and Charitable organisations, which continue to grow and develop under his leadership to serve the greater community, which creates leaders and new opportunities.

Tom is a seasoned Not-for-Profit Charity sector Executive who has a passion and drive to empower, inspire, educate, grow, develop, assist, and lead the way for people to reach their full potential and serve their communities.​

Here are some of Tom’s current proud and active community involvements and achievements:

1. Diversity / Inclusion / Equality / LGBTIQA+ Community Member & Leader;

2. I identify as a First Nations (Indigenous) Community Member and Leader;

- Tom’s Aboriginal roots are from Wurundjeri of Naam Land (Melbourne) + Gadigal on Eora Land (Sydney) + Whadjuk Nyoongar (Perth). Community Member and leader;

- Tom has Blood & Adopted Family from and identify with Gunaikurnai (Gippsland) + Barngarla - Formally known as Parnkalla (Port Lincoln) + Wangka Wilurrara + Wirangu, Mirning, Kokatha and Pitjantjatjara (Ceduna) + Kaurna (Adelaide) + Larrakia (Darwin) + Kombumerri (Gold Coast) + Jagera (Brisbane).

3. Founder, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer (C.E.O.) @ Not-for-Profit & Charity Community Consultants (N.F.P.C.C.C.) and Diverse Communities & Social Services (D.C.S.S.), which is a National First Nations (Indigenous) & LGBTIQ+ Dual-Charity, that is registered with the Australian Charities & Not-for-Profit Commission (A.C.N.C.). + Office of the Registrar of Indigenous Corporations (O.R.I.C.) + Supply Nation. + Many other excellent partners and accreditations, which you can learn more about via: Meet Our Partners | Websites: www.nfpccc.au and www.dcss.org.au |; You can find some of our services via www.nfpccc.au/services; and our Ethics and Values + Our Mission and Purpose.

I also encourage you to PLEASE make a Tax-Deductible Donation via www.nfpccc.au/donate and or Join our Community Membership via www.nfpccc.au/membership or Join our Volunteer Team via www.nfpccc.au/careers

4. Justice of the Peace (J.P.) for Victoria (V.I.C.) @ Department of Justice and Community Safety (D.J.C.S.) and Royal Victorian Association of Honorary Justices (R.V.A.H.J.); which I am proud to be one of the Youngest and only handful of First Nations (Indigenous) Justice of the Peace (JP's) within Victoria (V.I.C.) and maybe Australia. I am also proud to have been recognised for this outstanding achievement by the Australian Minister for Indigenous Australians - Linda Burney MP, which you can read here: LINKEDIN POST TO READ LETTER FROM HON. LINDA BURNEY (MINISTER FOR INDIGENOUS AUSTRALIANS).

Tom's values are: Diversity- Inclusion - Equality (D.E.I.) Transparency - Integrity - Respect - Honesty – Honour – Courage – Loyalty – Trust – Belief, many more.

Board Director - People & Culture (Human Resources) Team Leader.

Theodora (Dora) Peake joined the Not-for-Profit & Charity Community Consultants (NFPCCC) and Diverse Communities & Social Services (DCSS) Team in March 2023 as a People & Culture (Human Resources) Executive, and Board Director - Secretary in April 2023.

Dora is an Executive Leader within our People & Culture, which she has over 20 years’ experience in partnering with leaders and executives across a diverse range of industries including finance, infrastructure and development and technology. Dora is passionate about attracting, engaging and retaining the best talent by focusing on the employee experience.

Dora is married and has two young daughters who share her passion for social justice, equity, inclusion and belonging. She is now also looking forward to working with NFPCCC & DCSS to help support their endeavours.

Our not-for-profit charities in Australia serve as a great inspiration and make a meaningful difference in the lives of the people and the communities in which they serve.

Most Not-for-Profits would not be successful in pursuing their mission or purpose without the support of volunteers who are motivated to make a difference and give something back to society.

AND, equally, there are tremendous developmental and wellbeing benefits for volunteers whose lives are enriched through giving.

I am passionate about using my skills, education and experience to influence true social change and that is why I have joined a National Dual-Charity Board of Directors and Executive Team as a Board Secretary and HR Executive @ Not-for-Profit & Charity Community Consultants (NFPCCC) and Diverse Communities and Social Services (DCSS) Which are the Leading National First Nations (Indigenous) & LGBTIQA+ Social Enterprise Dual-Charity.

Not-for-Profit & Charity Community Consultants (NFPCCC) National LGBTIQA+ & First Nations (Indigenous) Charity - supports Entrepreneurs + Start-Up + For-Purpose Organisations + Charities + Not-for-Profits Organisations and other Organisations and or Leaders with this simple motto / mission line of “HELPING YOU - HELP THOSE IN NEED”!

In summary we assist organisations and leaders who are needing help and guidance on how to run or begin their adventure within the sector + have a goal and mission to help vulnerable people. For more information please visit our developing website via: https://www.charityconsultants.org.au/services.

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Diverse Communities and Social Services (DCSS) is a Leading National First Nations (Indigenous) & LGBTIQ+ Community Justice & Social Services Program (CJP) Not-for-Profit Charity. Helping vulnerable communities within the Community / Social Justice Matters with various Government and Non-Government Programs.

For more information please visit our developing website via: www.dcss.org.au

Our key mission is to break patterns of systemic underprivileged by promoting Allyship, Diversity, Inclusion & Equality!

Board Director - Nominations & Development Committee Chair.

Lou joined the Not-for-Profit & Charity Community Consultants (NFPCCC) and Diverse Communities & Social Services (DCSS) Team in January 2022 as the Board Director - Nominations & Development Team + Board Deputy Chair.

Lou is a semi-retired engineer, now working as a part-time consultant to the energy sector. Lou held several technical, leadership and governance roles over a 30+ year career in the sector, working in Australia, NZ, Asia and the Middle East. His most recent role was as the Chief Operating Officer with a large upstream NZ energy company, Todd Energy. He is passionate about sharing insight regarding energy security as society transitions toward a ‘net-zero carbon world’.

Lou was born in Australia to Italian parents, both of whom emigrated to Australia in the mid to late 1950s. Growing up in Australia during the late ‘60s, ‘70s and early ‘80s, Lou observed first-hand the effect of casual racism. Throughout his life and career, he has tried to call out these behaviours and help people understand the detriment this may cause. His childhood experiences have provided Lou with an insight into the prejudices we can still observe in modern Australia.

Lou is married with two adult children. Following extensive periods living in Japan, Abu Dhabi and NZ with his family, he now lives in Adelaide with his wife as an ‘empty-nesters’ and is busy downsizing and selling the family home and building a new home due to be completed toward the end of 2022. His other interests include supporting his wife’s art career, playing guitar, cycling, motorcycling, carpentry, gardening and watching his favourite AFL team Port Adelaide.

Lou is now also looking forward to working with NFPCCC & DCSS to help support their endeavours.

Non-Executive Director (NED)

David joined the Not-for-Profit & Charity Community Consultants (N.F.P.C.C.C.) and Diverse Communities & Social Services (D.C.S.S.) team in June 2022 as a Non-Executive Director.

David has spent much of his career as a senior infrastructure and operations executive with accountability for multi-disciplinary operations & maintenance teams, projects, strategy, business improvement, risk, and governance. His experience has been gained across the manufacturing, oil & gas and mid-scale electrical generation industries. Whenever delivering a business outcome, he endeavours to provide a balanced focus on people, safety, environment, quality, and cost.

David is married and has three children. His children are either at university or late high school, and he recognises that he learns as much about modern living from his kids as he has through his career and professional training.

David is passionate about building a more inclusive, tolerant and caring community.

Board Director & Indigenous Communities Medical Doctor + Adviser

Dr Juliet joined the Not-for-Profit & Charity Community Consultants (NFPCCC) and Diverse Communities & Social Services (DCSS) Team, in January 2024 as the Board Director & Indigenous Communities Medical Doctor and adviser.

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Board Member - Finance & Investment Committee Officer.

Neil joined the Not-or-Profit & Charity Community Consultants (NFPCCC) and Diverse Communities & Social Services (DCSS) Team in Decem ber 2022 as the Non-Executive Board Member - Finance and Investment Advisor + Indigenous Communities Consultant.

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