Jo’s impactful career, spanning more than 25 years in the For Purpose Sector includes successfully raising over $100 million and distributing in excess of $500 million by spearheading family, corporate, public, and government philanthropic institutions.
Jo’s leadership extends to both national and international for-purpose organisations, providing her with a profound understanding of the unique challenges involved in building resilient social purpose entities and effectively measuring social impact. She thrives on the challenge of identifying gaps within systems, establishing organisations, collaborative governance and assembling high-performing teams
Jo’s trailblazing spirit is evident in her pivotal role in establishing the Paul Ramsay Foundation. Under her guidance, the foundation evolved from a billion-dollar start-up into a progressive trust based institution. Currently serving as the inaugural CEO of the Siddle Family Foundation, Executive Chair of the Pay What It Takes Coalition and co-founder of PRISM, these ground-breaking ventures combine Jo’s entrepreneurial acumen with a fervent desire to unlock resources to amplify the impact of for-purpose organisations focused on Australia’s greatest challenges.