Our People
Our Board
Scott Monaghan – Chair
Warren Steele – Vice Chair
Adam Smith – Secretary
Ashley Lindsay – Treasurer
Geraldine Gallagher – Non Executive Director
Sue McKimm – Non Executive Director
Desmond Schroder – Non Executive Director
Founding Members
Duncan Taylor – Non Executive Director
Michael Rowe – Company Founder
Our Team
Melanie Jay
Centre Manager
As a teacher, a mother and a well-traveled citizen, Melanie brings to the CUC Clarence Valley a background of educational and life experience. She has a natural openness and a warm personality, enabling her to guide our students through their toughest challenges associated with university life.
Nicole Gray
Widening Participation Officer
Nicole has over fifteen years experience in education and is currently furthering her education with a Graduate Certificate in Education - Career Development & Counselling at QUT. She has a passion for furthering the opportunities provided to students in regional areas and helping all learners overcome barriers to achieve their aspirations.
Aaron Dewhurst
Learning Skills Advisor & Widening Participation Officer
Aaron comes to the CUC Clarence Valley with extensive experience in the education sector. Having studied his postgraduate degree online, he understands the challenges remote learning can present. Aaron is excited to provide academic support for our students to assist them in maximising success.