We are run by a talented volunteer Board of Directors, made up of professional women from a range of industries who offer their time and expertise to bring to life the vision of Spence Club.
Zviko Masiiwa
Secretary
Melissa Day
Melissa Day is a Senior Project Manager who delivers strategic and complex projects within corporate and government teams. Her current role working for South Australia Police supports various stakeholders, with some of the largest emergency services infrastructure projects in SA. Melissa is passionate about mentoring and as a qualified Yoga teacher, her side hustle keeps her heart open, life balanced and spine healthy.
General Board Member
Darcey Watson
Darcey Watson is an established space industry professional, specialising in education, engagement and innovation strategies for the sector. She holds qualifications in Molecular and Biomedical Sciences from the University of Adelaide as well as Space Studies from the International Space University. Darcey is a committee member with the International Astronautical Federation and Co-Founder of CoLab Society Podcast.
Chairperson
Alexandra Paxinos
Alexandra (Alexi) Paxinos has spent 10+ years in global marketing and product development and works at the South Australian Tourism Commission where she supports businesses to develop new or enhanced tourism experiences and grow market share. With a firmly cemented career in tourism marketing, Alexi has won several awards for her work including B&T’s coveted 30 Under 30 Award for Marketing.
Deputy Chairperson
Olivia Martin
For the past five years, Olivia has held Middle and Senior Management positions across Health, Disability and Community services within South Australia. As a qualified Physiotherapist, Olivia enjoys working with multi disciplinary teams to achieve and exceed outcomes for vulnerable individuals. Olivia has recently been appointed as a Board Member for her local Sports Recreation Centre.
General Board Member
Alisa Burns
Alisa is an experienced Financial Adviser and owns her own holistic advice firm, Align Wealth. She has over 15 years’ experience supporting clients on their wealth journey, and holds a Bachelor of Commerce & Bachelor of Business (International Business) as well as being certified by the Responsible Investment Association of Australasia. She is passionate about supporting sustainability & gender balance in finance.
Treasurer
Michelle Kalsan
Michelle Kalsan has over 10 years' experience in Marketing and is currently Marketing Manager at tech company, SRA. She holds a Bachelor of Media from the University of Adelaide and a Mini MBA in Marketing through Marketing Week with Mark Ritson. Michelle is a Board Director of Newosis Mental Health Foundation and Possible Dreams International. She is also a long-standing volunteer at Vision Australia Radio.
