Our Company Members

Anne-Marie Pitos has made significant contributions to Catholic education in WA for more than 40 years, having served as Principal of Santa Maria College and Iona Presentation College over two decades. She has also held executive roles on numerous professional bodies and has served on a range of committees, advisory groups and boards. She was a member of the Catholic Education Commission of WA, a board member of Catholic Institute of WA and is currently a Trustee of the University of Notre Dame, Australia. Anne holds a Master of Educational Leadership (UNDA), a Bachelor of Applied Science and Graduate Diploma of Education (Curtin University).

The Hon Justice Larissa Strk has extensive legal experience, having been appointed a Judge of the Supreme Court of Western Australia in July 2021. Prior to her appointment, her Honour was a partner of a global law firm from 2011, the Principal Registrar of the Supreme Court of Western Australia from August 2016, and an Acting Judge of the Supreme Court of Western Australia from November 2018 to June 2019.

While undertaking her varied roles, Justice Strk has led numerous equality, engagement and mentoring programs and initiatives, with a particular focus on the support and advancement of women. She has also served on a variety of community, professional and court committees.

Steve Halley-Wright has held senior leadership positions in major corporations and in Catholic education for over 25 years. Since 2009, Steve has been Director Finance & Administration at Newman College, a Pre-K to 12 coeducational Catholic College with around 1900 students. At Newman College, Steve is responsible for all non-teaching aspects of the College including Accounting, Finance, ICT, Facilities, Registrations, Capital Development and Procurement. Prior to that, Steve was General Manager Group Accounting & Corporate IT, and General Manager Group Audit at Wesfarmers where he worked closely with the Board and senior management in developing and enhancing the risk and control environments of this major, diverse business.

Des Hardiman has over 40 years commercial experience primarily in the not-for-profit sector. As a qualified accountant, Des has worked in Catholic education for over 30 years, having held the leadership position of Bursar/Business Manager at Trinity College, Newman College and John XXIII College in that time. Responsibilities included all financial management, risk, board governance, non-teaching staff, and capital developments. Des has been a member of school boards and held numerous committee positions on related associations. Retiring in 2015, Des has a small consulting business and is active in the community as a Justice of the Peace and on the Board of the Swan Districts Football Club. He is also a Fellow of the Institute of Public Accountants and a Member of the Governance Institute of Australia.

Tom Stephens was a long-term regional member of the State Parliament (1982-2013) and maintains an active involvement with the WA Aboriginal community, serving as an Independent Director with MG Corporation and Western Desert Lands Aboriginal Corporation. Tom currently serves on a number of boards and committees in both the non-for-profit and government sector.

Lisa Fogliani has served as teacher and leader in Catholic schools for over 20 years. Having worked at Santa Maria College, Sacred Heart College and Newman College, Lisa was appointed to the Principalship of Mercy College, Koondoola in 2021. In 2026, she will lead the communities of Aranmore College and Aranmore Catholic Primary School as an amalgamated Pre-Kindy to Year 12 College. Lisa also serves on several advisory councils and committees with responsibility for child safeguarding and school improvement. Lisa holds a Master of Educational Leadership (UNDA) a Bachelor of Science and Graduate Diploma of Education (UWA).  

Jacqui Hymus brings over 25 years of senior leadership experience in Human Resources. Throughout her career, Jacqui has specialised in driving cultural transformation and building inclusive workplaces, while also providing leadership coaching/mentoring to professional women to help them achieve their career aspirations. Her governance experience includes serving on the Loreto Nedlands school board, where she has contributed to strategic oversight and enhancing community values. Jacqui is deeply committed to community service. She regularly volunteers with organisations that support prospective adoptive parents. She is also an active mentor with Women in Mining WA, supporting women to thrive in the mining industry. Jacqui’s blend of strategic HR expertise, governance experience, and passion for community service aligns strongly with Mercy Care’s mission and values.