Our Team
At the Orange Butterfly Foundation, we believe in the power of personal connections and building relationships. That's why we are proud to introduce our dedicated team who are committed to helping individuals and families affected by Traumatic Brain Injury. Our team is passionate about making a difference in the lives of those affected by TBI and are dedicated to providing the best support possible.
We invite you to meet our team and learn more about their backgrounds and expertise. You can read their bios on our website. Our team is always happy to answer any questions you may have about the Orange Butterfly Wings program and the support we provide.
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Lauren Spear
FOUNDER/CEO
Lauren created The Orange Butterfly blog in 2019, and through her writing, community events and online social media platform, is committed to closing the often-misunderstood gap between the brain injury and wider community. She is both a rehab mentor and Disability Inclusion Trainer for two disability organisations here in SA, dedicating her time to supporting and educating others.
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David Spear FAICD FAIM
CHAIRMAN
David has over 25 years’ experience in commercial business management, education, adult learning including significant directorship experience over the last 10 years. He brings tremendous expertise in Corporate Governance, Indigenous cultural understanding, Environment, Strategy and Risk, Local Government, Membership Associations, Chairmanship, Unlisted Public Company experience, Tourism and Aviation sector, adult education, ethics, and decision making along with senior experience in the Aboriginal sector, local government and the Not for Profit sector.
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Ann Angel
DIRECTOR
Ann has a 25-year business background with international experience introducing new products to new markets. She has been part of the management team in several Australian start-up technology companies in addition to establishing Asia Pacific distribution networks for a US technology company.
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Peter Ali
DIRECTOR
Born and educated in Adelaide, Peter is a highly successful executive with wide experience, gained at the highest levels of administration and facility management throughout Australia in areas of change management, people development and strong fiscal responsibility.
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Julia Mignone
DIRECTOR
Julia is a commercial lawyer with experience in private practice and in-house counsel and government roles. She has an extensive range of skills in property and corporate law. Julia also has experience on various committees and boards including The Women Lawyers’ Association of SA Inc and St Vincent de Paul Society SA Inc State Council.