Board of Directors

LUCY WANG | Non-executive Director

Lucy joined the Board as a director in January 2023. She currently works as a Business Analyst at Velrada. Lucy brings expertise in digital strategy and implementation, solution design and requirements solicitation. She also holds a Masters in Professional Engineering (Electrical and Electronic) and Bachelor of Science from the University of Western Australia. Lucy previously served as WAUC's Chief Executive Officer.

Dakota hinch-WoodS | Non-executive Director

Dakota joined the Board as a Director in 2026. She currently works as an Associate Consultant at Bain & Company. Dakota brings experience in management consulting, sustainability, financial analysis, and non-profit project delivery. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Western Australia, majoring in Finance and Environmental Management, and previously served as WAUC’s Chief Executive Officer.

Julian Sanders | Non-executive Director

Julian joined the board as a Director in November 2021. He currently works as a Solicitor at Herbert Smith Freehills. Julian brings experience in corporate law and commercial dispute resolution, whilst also serving as a non-executive director for the WA Justice Association. He holds a Juris Doctor and Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Western Australia, and was admitted to the Supreme Court of Western Australia in 2022. Julian also previously served as WAUC’s Chief Executive Officer.

Angus Macleod | Non-executive Director

Angus joined the board as a Director in February 2022. He currently works as a consultant with Nous Group. Angus brings experience in corporate finance, data analytics, and strategic design. He holds a Masters of Business Analytics and Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Western Australia, and previously served as WAUC’s Chief Financial Officer.

clea sanders | Non-executive Director

Clea joined the board as a director in February 2022. She currently works as an Associate Consultant at Bain & Company. Clea brings experience in applied economic research, project evaluation, and public policy. She holds a Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) degree in Political Science and French from the University of Western Australia, and previously served as WAUC's Volunteers Manager.

EJAY Bitangcol | Non-executive Director

Ejay joined the Board as a director in September 2024. He currently works as an Associate at the Boston Consulting Group. Ejay brings experience in applied economic research, data analysis and project evaluation. He holds a Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) degree in Economics and Finance from the University of Western Australia, and previously served as WAUC’s Recruitment Manager

Divya Bappoo​ | NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Divya joined the Board as a director in July 2024. She currently works as an Analyst at Social Ventures Australia. Divya brings experience in NFP consulting, especially program evaluations and strategy planning and implementation. She also holds a Masters in Applied Finance and Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Western Australia. Divya previously worked as a Consultant in the Infrastructure Advisory team at EY. ​

NialL Rhatigan | NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Niall joined the Board as a Director in 2025. He currently works as the Implementation Manager at Wungening Aboriginal Corporation. Niall brings expertise in consulting, non-profit service design, strategic advisory, and organisational capability development. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Science from University College Dublin, a Certificate in Addiction Studies from Maynooth University, and a Lead Auditor Skill Set. Niall has extensive experience supporting community organisations through strategic projects and operational improvement initiatives.