Wendy Waddell

Wendy Waddell is an accomplished Chief Executive Officer at CraigCare since October 2019, providing executive leadership, corporate governance, and strategic business planning for an extensive portfolio of aged care facilities. Previously, Wendy served as Group Executive for Care and Commercial at Japara, overseeing operational performance for 50 aged care facilities and managing a substantial budget. Wendy's earlier experience includes a significant role as Executive Manager and Acting CEO at Southern Cross Care (Vic), where oversight of multiple residential care homes and community programs was a focus. Wendy's educational background includes a Master's in Aged Services Management and a Bachelor's in Social Welfare, further complemented by training at the Australian Institute of Company Directors.