Advisory Board Members

Dr Russ Harris – www.actmindfully.com.au

  • Expertise:  Mental Health
  • A medical practitioner and Australia's foremost provider of training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - a powerful new psychological approach based on based on the innovative use of mindfulness  and values. The aim of ACT is to maximise human potential for a rich, full and meaningful life.

Tara Diversi - www.taradiversi.com

  • Expertise: Nutrition, Dietetics
  • When it comes to health and nutrition, Tara Diversi knows exactly what's best for you, your family and your colleagues. As an Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist, Tara holds a Masters in Nutrition and Dietetics as well as other qualifications in health, business and psychology, having completed her studies in Australia and the United States. Tara is the media spokesperson for the Dieticians Association of Australia.

Dr Randall Pointing

  • Expertise: Education
  • Has been a school principal since 1982 and specialises in curriculum, assessment and reporting, performance measurement, submission writing, workplace rehabilitation and managing student behaviour. Randall is very passionate about health and fitness.

Shannan Ponton - www.shannanponton.com.au   

  • Expertise: Fitness industry
  • With over fifteen years experience in the fitness industry, and as the face of The Biggest Loser (Australia), Shannan has acquired extensive experience and knowledge in the areas of exercise, fitness, nutrition, health, people management and the media

John Campbell:

  • Expertise: Charity Management
  • Ex President of the St Vincent de Paul Society Queensland. John has spent his life helping others and knows the non-profit industry like few other

James Lapham

  • Expertise: Accounting
  • James Lapham is a chartered accountant with over 40 years professional experience. He had an intense passion for health and fitness and more than anything loves to help people improve their quality of life.  James’ knowledge has been invaluable to the growth and set up of Obesity Prevention Australia

Melanie Pope:

  • Expertise: Finance and banking
  • Over 10 years experience in banking and financial services with specialist expertise in business and retail banking. Key strengths include driving business performance and disciplined financial management, operational risk management, strategic planning, business development, implementing change initiatives and people leadership.

Joseph Coyne:

  • Expertise: Exercise Physiology
  • An accredited exercise physiologist, certified Active Release Techniques (ART) provider and expert at rehabilitation.  Joseph has helped hundreds of patients with everything from carpal tunnel syndrome to tennis elbow to plantar fasciitis to a torn meniscus.