OTIS Board

Andrew Barling (Chairman)
A general/thoracic surgeon working in private practice and founder of The Otis Foundation.
Co-owner of Bramare.
Appointed July, 2000.

Richard Burley
A registered architect serving on the board as a family representative.
Appointed August, 2004. (Alternate Director)

Sandy Dikschei
A registered midwife and nurse serving on the board as a family representative.
Co-owner of Blue Wren Cabin @ Towong.
Appointed September, 2004.

Louise Galloway
A radiographer who manages cancer prevention and screening at the
Department of Human Services.
Appointed August, 2004.

Dr Ben Keith
A dental surgeon and senior lecturer at La Trobe University, Bendigo’s School of Dentistry and Oral Health.
Co-owner of Shack 14 @ Chewton.
Appointed February, 2008.

Peter Mulqueen
A Certified Practicing Accountant with 22 years experience in public practice.
Appointed October, 2006.

Anna Whalen
Nine years experience in the banking and finance sector.
Appointed May 2006.

Mary Wooldridge MP
State Member for Doncaster & Liberal Party Shadow Minister for Mental Health, Women’s Affairs & Drug Abuse.
Co-owner of Bramare.
Appointed November, 2006.

Elspeth Humphries
A breast cancer survivor and early childhood specialist with more than 30 years’ experience as a teacher, tertiary lecturer and consultant.
Co-owner of Thredbo.
Appointed February 2010.

Jeff Dimery
More than two decades’ experience in the energy and water resources industry, including more than 10 years with AGL.
Appointed February 2010.

Jennifer Moltisanti
A strong foundation in public sector management built over the past 20 years through an association with the Australian Taxation Office and the Australian Customs and Border Service.
Appointed February 2010.

Otis Retreats

Our Vision: To reduce the psychological impact on those living with breast cancer, their families and communities through the provision of a national network of quality retreats provided at no accommodation cost. Our Mission: To provide sanctuaries to nurture those facing the challenges of living with breast cancer.