Meet Our Board
Our Board of Directors
Leadership driven by compassion, experience, and an unwavering commitment to mental health support
Leading with Purpose
Our board brings together diverse expertise, lived experience, and a shared vision of creating a community where no one faces their struggles alone. Each member is dedicated to expanding our reach and impact across Australia.
Emily Brown
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Emily Brown
Growing up in a small Tasmanian town, Emily witnessed firsthand how stigma and limited services could prevent people from seeking help. This early experience ignited her passion for accessible mental health support.
As a clinical psychologist and mental health advocate, Emily brings both professional expertise and lived understanding to her role. Her leadership experience and deep knowledge of suicide prevention help guide I Got You's growth while ensuring we remain grounded in compassion and connection.
For Emily, serving as Chair is more than a role—it's a chance to create a future where support is always within reach and no one has to face their struggles alone.
Taylor Brown
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Taylor Brown
As a young adult who has experienced the devastating impact of losing a loved one to suicide, Taylor brings both lived experience and unwavering determination to create a suicide-free community.
As co-founder of I Got You, Taylor is driven by the mission to ensure no one ever feels alone. Their vision extends beyond traditional counselling to create spaces where people can talk openly about feelings and learn how to look out for their mates.
Taylor's focus is on growth throughout the ACT, ensuring tradies and others in high-risk industries know that accessible, non-clinical support is available when they need it most.
Mackenzie Brown
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Mackenzie Brown
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Judy Ford
Driven by compassion and fuelled by hard work, Judy brings a creative mind and no-nonsense approach to board leadership. With strong fundraising expertise and a commitment to justice, she contributes to strategic decision-making while supporting sustainable funding initiatives.
When Judy first learned about I Got You's impact in preventing bullying and youth suicide, she was instantly moved. She knew she wanted to be part of something that makes such a meaningful difference in young people's lives.
As a board member, Judy focuses on expanding I Got You's reach through strong partnerships, community awareness, and securing sustainable funding to ensure long-term program success.
Nicole Leishman
Nicole is guided by the belief that everyone has a role in building stronger, more compassionate communities. As a business owner in the construction industry, she brings valuable insights into high-pressure environments where mental health support is crucial.
Drawn to I Got You for its raw authenticity and commitment to creating safe, inclusive spaces, Nicole values the organisation's foundation in lived experience and honest conversation. She brings integrity, transparency, and collaboration to her board role, passionate about expanding the organisation's reach while preserving its core values and fostering meaningful, lasting connections.
Neil Loveday
A seasoned business strategist and entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience, Neil brings commercial expertise and heartfelt commitment to meaningful change. For more than a decade, he has operated as a trusted business coach, working with up to 14 SMEs at any time.
Neil's portfolio spans professional services, construction, hospitality, retail, and trade industries. His work focuses on business transformation through strategic planning, leadership development, and organisational change—helping people unlock their potential in business and life.
Through I Got You, Neil continues his mission of reducing social isolation and promoting mental wellbeing, particularly for young people in trades and high-risk industries.
Rob Paragalli
A family man and residential home builder, Rob is grounded in integrity, loyalty, and pride. He brings construction industry insights and extensive networks to help spread awareness of I Got You's mission.
Having employed many people in the construction industry, Rob understands the unique challenges faced by workers in this field. He was attracted to I Got You by the people, the message, and knowing it's somewhere he can confidently refer men and women for help.
Rob's vision is to see I Got You grow into a well-respected professional organisation with more volunteers in the mental health space, ultimately creating a happier, more connected community for those who need support most.