Management Team
Stephen Brown:
Chief Executive Officer
Stephen has tertiary qualifications in accounting and business management and is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accounts in Australia and the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
Stephen’s career experience has demonstrated his ability to understand business operations and financial management, and develop and manage the implementation of excellent strategic outcomes for both for profit and not for profit organisations. Stephen is a Hope Partner at Door of Hope Christian Church.
Ian Hingston:
Administration Manager
Ian is a Fellow of the Institute of Public Accountants. He Joined the City Mission in 2008 after working for 23 years in the civil construction, earth moving, transport and forestry industries. He serves as deacon in his local Baptist church.
Brian Roach:
Community Relations and Fundraising Manager
Brian had over 30 years’ experience in sales and marketing prior to coming to the Mission in 2008. He enjoys being a worship leader and musician at his local Baptist church. Since moving into his position he has obtained qualifications through the Fundraising Institute of Australia along with certificates in Public Relations and events management.
Louise Cowan:
Retail Operations Manager
Louise has an associate diploma in Community Services and holds a certificate iv in frontline management. She has held her current position for eleven years but has worked for the mission for twenty years. She is involved with the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Launceston.
Ray Green:
Client Services North Manager
Ray has a Diploma in Community Service Coordination and has had extensive experience in Youth and Outreach work. His 12 years’ experience working in housing services within the City Mission serves him well in his current position. Ray and his wife coordinate a missions training course called “Perspectives on the World Christian Movement” on a state and national level.
Maryann Midson:
Community Development Manager
Maryann took on her current role after being PA to the CEO for eight years here at the Mission. She has a Certificate IV in Business, enjoys keeping fit and is involved as a facilitator for Careforce Life Keys at the Door of Hope Christian Church.
Michele Ryan:
Chaplain
As one of our chaplains Michele is well known throughout the organisation. She has a long list of qualifications and experience that equips her to counsel, mentor and train both Mission workers and clients alike. Michele is actively involved with the Door of Hope Christian Church.
Peter Vandenberg:
Chaplain
Peter is a qualified nurse and worked in that field for twelve years until he discovered a passion for working with troubled people on the streets. He has worked for the Mission for 29 years doing mainly outreach and chaplaincy work. He is a valued, long standing member of the team and also pastors the CRC Church in Ravenswood.
Matt Cross
Client Services North West Manager
Before Matt joined the City Mission he worked in community services with the aged at various nursing homes. He started with us at Serenity House as a drug and alcohol support worker in 2004, became the team leader in 2006 and Serenity House supervisor in 2009. In 2011 he took on the management position in drug and Alcohol services. Matt holds a diploma in Community Services (Alcohol and other Drug) along with a diploma in Community Service Coordination.
Greg Howell
Warehouse and Logistics Manager
Greg has a vast background in the retail, transport and waste management sectors. He is involvedin ministries with the Door of Hope Christian Church, serving as a member on the business board for six years. He is a Justice of the peace and has qualifications in transport/logistics and waste management. Before joining City Mission as Manager Warehouse and Logistics he was the state manager for Transpacific Industries Waste Management group for 11 years. His experience in this area has been of great value to City Mission in its setting up and operation of e Waste Tasmania, a social enterprise conducted by the City Mission.
