Chief Executive Officer, Sunraysia Community Health Service (SCHS); Australia

Simone Heald is a highly experienced healthcare professional and CEO of Sunraysia Community Health Services, an organisation that provides a range of community health programs and services to people in the Sunraysia region of Victoria, Australia. With over 25 years of experience in the healthcare sector, Simone has dedicated her career to improving health outcomes and reducing health disparities in underserved communities. Prior to joining Sunraysia Community Health Services, Simone held several senior positions in both the private and public healthcare sectors. She has extensive expertise in health service planning and delivery, quality improvement, stakeholder engagement, and strategic planning. Simone is a strong advocate for community-based healthcare and has played an instrumental role in the implementation of innovative healthcare programs in the Sunraysia region, including the use of community paramedicine to improve healthcare access and health equity in rural areas. With her wealth of knowledge and experience, Simone is a respected leader in the healthcare industry and a passionate advocate for improving health outcomes for all members of the community.