Darlene Perks

Darlene Perks is an accomplished leader with extensive experience in executive and governance roles across various sectors, including health, mining, and education. Currently serving as a Non-Executive Director at Home in Place and Phoenix Health Fund, Darlene holds key positions in Audit and Risk Committees, contributing to strategic oversight and risk management in organizations dedicated to community welfare and health insurance. As CEO of the Coal Mining Industry (Long Service Leave Funding) Corporation, Darlene drives transformative initiatives focused on digital innovation and governance. Previous roles include significant leadership positions at Mercy Services, Golder Associates, and Kip McGrath Education Centres Limited, where Darlene demonstrated expertise in financial management, strategic planning, and operational oversight. Darlene holds various educational qualifications, including CPA certification, a Graduate Diploma in Applied Corporate Governance, and a Bachelor of Business in Accounting from the University of Technology Sydney.