Leadership and experience from the backbone of RIMPA Global's board. RIMPA Global's Board of Directors brings decades of industry insight and a wealth of experience, who formally represent the organisation.
Bonita Kennedy Life ARIM
Bonita Kennedy has been working and consulting in Records Management for over 20 years. She has a Graduate Diploma in Information Management and is an Associate Member of RIMPA Global.
Bonita has worked at all levels of records management from registering correspondence to developing records disposal schedules to implementation of EDRMS. Whilst most of her experience is in government she has also worked on projects for private industry including international projects.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Phone:
- 0400 362 890
- LinkedIn:
- https://linkedin.com/in/bonita-kennedy-96344224/
Jeremy Manford
Strategic Pillar | Business Development
Jeremy is the CEO of Compu-Stor an information management business which is an Australian owned family business. Jeremy has been with Compu-Stor since 1995 and his passion for innovation has driven the business forward with new technologies and product offerings. Jeremy has decades of experience in the industry and is passionate in taking it forward and supporting the sector.
Outside Compu-Stor, Jeremy is an active member of Family Business Australia and held former position of Victorian Chairman and National Board Member for three years. During his time in FBA, he played an instrumental role in the navigation of Governance and structural changes, including inducting a new CEO and change in the organisation’s membership model. He has been member of the Record Office of Victoria Storage Advisory Group working with PROV and a number of charities over the years. Joining the RIMPA Global Board and collaborating with members and giving back to the sector is a passion of his and he looks forward to the next 3 years with RIMPA Global.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Phone:
- 04187 920 543
- LinkedIn:
- https://linkedin.com/in/jeremy-manford-compu-stor/
David Moldrich OAM Life FRIM
Strategic Pillar | Standards
David is a Principal with Iron Mountain Information Governance Advisory. He has over 40 years of extensive experience and involvement with the strategy, design, development, introduction, implementation and post-implementation of all elements of Information, Data, Records, Knowledge and Enterprise Content Management solutions to many organisations both in Australia and Globally.
In previous employment, David has worked for NAB, IBM Australia, Foster’s Brewing Group, HCF, twice for BHP Billiton, Arrow Energy, SANTOS, PWC, Deloitte, Fuji Xerox, various State and Federal Government organisations and a number of specialist consultancies. In 2006, David was the recipient of the Medal of the Order of Australia for his services to the development of Standards (both National and International) in the field of Information Management.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Phone:
- 0419 311 346
- LinkedIn:
- https://linkedin.com/in/david-moldrich-oam-frim-life-5377b3b/
Julie Carpenter MRIM
Strategic Pillar | Governance and Risk
Julie Carpenter is a passionate advocate of information and records management.
Julie has over 20 years’ experience in the Commonwealth Public Service and is currently working in the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations. With University qualifications in both Information and Knowledge Management, she specialises in planning IM strategic direction and developing and implementing policy to support compliance.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Phone:
- 0410 625 453
- LinkedIn:
- https://linkedin.com/in/julie-carpenter-mrim-18046688/
Meryl Bourke Life MRIM
Strategic Pillars | Member Engagement | Advocacy & Collaboration
Meryl Bourke is the Records Management Program Leader at Logan City Council with 37 years’ experience in the Records and Information Management industry.
Meryl leads a wonderful team of records and information management professionals who all share a passionate for their roles and the importance of good records and information management.
Meryl has been an active member of RIMPA Global for around 25 years and was the Qld Chapter President for 17 years. Meryl has participated in a number of RIMPA working and advisory groups over the years and is currently a member of the Status Upgrade Review Working Group and the RIMPA Global Awards Committee.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Phone:
- 0414 630 688
- LinkedIn:
- https://linkedin.com/in/meryl-bourke-mrim-life-2385219a/
Ruth Edge ARIM
Strategic Pillar | Industry Education
Ruth Edge is a multi-award winning professional with a passion to share her knowledge and skills with others. She has more than 30+ years of experience within business systems analysis and development, records and information management, as well as leadership in major projects. Ruth has held leading roles within RMAA and RIMPA, the MAV Local Government Information Management Group, Public Records Office Victoria Advisory Committee, as well as growing her career in the business and public sector. With her passion for professional development, Ruth brings to her portfolio her wealth of experience that she will share with members and apply to promote the profession to industry, business and the public sector.
Ruth’s Professional Experience includes –
- Cardinia Shire Council - Team Leader, Information Management. Strategic planning, system management, change management, project management, digital business transformation and establishment of the first Australian Council AI fully managed mailroom.
- Yarra Ranges Council - Co-ordinator – Information Management and Archives Centre – Freedom of information, privacy management, systems management, business transformation, business analyst facilitator for cross council process improvements.
- City of Greater Dandenong – Senior Business Analyst/Information Services Coordinator – Business transformation, traineeships and people development, systems development, integration and migrations.
- Moreland City Council – Co-ordinator - Information Services – Strategic planning, system management, team building and education, training, business analysis. (Ruth’s traineeship program was nominated for the Prime Ministers Employer of the Year Gold Medal Award 2001)
- Community and Public Sector Union – Federal Office – Information Services Administrator – Records management, technology and phones LAN management, training, industrial relationships research and support, Keyword BCS lead to all state branches, legal discovery.
- Vic Health – Consultant archivist (through Pickford Records Management) – Youth and Mental Health Institutional Records
- BHP – Mount Newman Mining- Lead Consultant (through Brambles Records Management) – Records and Information Management –– Legal discovery, archives, records management, project management
- Civil Service Association (WA) – Membership, Records and Research Officer – records management, legal discovery, mail management, membership NAR
- Wangaratta Base Hospital – General Nurse
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Phone:
- 0407 684 223
- LinkedIn:
- https://linkedin.com/in/ruth-edge-3313b816/
Matt O'Mara FRIM
Strategic Pillar | Innovation & Sustainability
Matt is the founder and Director of i3 Ltd with over 35 years’ experience working in senior information management and ICT roles. Matt offers a unique range of knowledge and insights across a number of areas gained from his experience working in Chief Executive and general management roles and leading complex transformation programmes.
This includes fulfilling the Chief Information and Technology Officer role for the 3 central agencies (Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet, State Services Commission and Treasury). Matt has worked with numerous organisations in New Zealand, Australia and the Pacific Islands. Client engagements have included developing information management strategies, technology roadmaps and gaining endorsement for programmes of work pragmatically designed to provide the information management capabilities required to achieve operational and strategic goals.
Matt's experience is complimented by the completion of a Bachelor of Business Studies Degree and a Diploma in Business Studies (endorsed in Management) from Massey University. Matt has completed certificates in Adult Education and Teaching and Intermediate Health Science at Auckland University of Technology.
In 2024, Matt was appointed to Te Rua Wānanga New Zealand Archives Council by the Minister of Internal Affairs. The Archives Council provides independent advice on recordkeeping and archive matters to the Minister.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Phone:
- +64 219 61 396
- LinkedIn:
- https://linkedin.com/in/matt-o-mara-fellow-rimpa-global-14b808a/
Paris Reddy
Appointed Director for Finance
Paris is a finance professional with almost 20 years of experience and is currently the Group Financial Controller in an ASX listed Multinational organisation. Paris has solid experience managing budgets, forecasts and assisting in strategic decision making and leading large financial teams. Her expertise in regulatory compliance, fiscal reporting, and budget management has been pivotal in streamlining financial operations.
Paris has worked at multiple levels of finance from audit to group financial reporting. Whilst most of her experience is in finance she has also worked on large projects across different sectors and internationally. Paris brings with her vast experience in working across multiple industries including Public Sector, Not for profit, Retail and Manufacturing.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Phone:
- 0456 639 404
- LinkedIn:
- https://linkedin.com/in/paris-reddy-45277359/
Nancy Taia Life MRIM
Strategic Pillars | Membership Engagement | Social & Environmental Programs
Nancy is an Information Management Consultant, a role she has held for 2 years. Prior to this she worked in both local and state government where she held various positions from Clerical Officer to RM Manager. Her 30 years in R&IM has provided her with not only a passion for this industry but the technical skills and knowledge to help lead RIMPA Global forward in our new global direction. She enjoys challenges and looking at opportunities in innovative and collaborative ways.
Nancy’s involvement in RIMPA Global started in 1998 and she obtained Chartered status in 2018. She was a member of the Queensland Branch (commencing 2006) and Chapter (commencing 2003) until they ceased operation in 2022. She held various positions on both Councils including Branch President (6 years) and Chapter Secretary (12 years). Nancy was appointed as the inaugural Awards and Recognition Portfolio Lead in 2019 where she redesigned the RIMPA Global awards during her time as the Lead. In 2021 Nancy was the recipient of the Chris Simpson Outstanding Individual award and the J Eddis Linton Outstanding Individual award.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Phone:
- 0418 883 251
- LinkedIn:
- https://linkedin.com/in/nancy-taia-mrim/