Sharon Hillman Ffia

Sharon Hillman FFIA is an accomplished fundraising professional with extensive experience in the non-profit sector. As the Head of Strategic Fundraising at beyondblue since April 2018, Sharon has led impactful initiatives to support mental health. Previously, Sharon served as the Director of Fundraising & Development at Austin Health / Olivia Newton-John Cancer Wellness & Research Centre from December 2005 to July 2017. Engagement in leadership roles within the Fundraising Institute Australia includes positions as a Director on the National Board and as President of Chapter 1 (Victoria). Earlier career experience includes roles such as Fundraising and Public Relations Manager at the Deaf-Blind Association (now Able Australia) and Development Manager at the National Ageing Research Institute. Sharon holds a Bachelor of Business in Tourism from Federation University Australia, completed between 1991 and 1993, with a focus on marketing and management.