Holyoake Announces Resignation of Board Chair Hayley Lawrance, Welcomes Debbie Morrow
Holyoake today announced that Hayley Lawrance has formally resigned from her position as Chair of the Holyoake Board. Incumbent Board member Debbie Morrow has been endorsed as the next Chair of Holyoake.
Hayley has served on the Holyoake Board since April 2022. Under her leadership, the organisation has strengthened its commitment to delivering life-changing services for individuals, families and communities impacted by alcohol, drugs and mental health challenges.
Hayley said “It has been a privilege to serve in this role, and I leave with great respect for the organisation and its mission. I am confident that Holyoake will continue to thrive and make a meaningful impact under the Boards continuing stewardship. I wish the Board and the organisation all the very best for the future.”
Holyoake CEO Ben Smith acknowledged Hayley’s substantial contributions throughout a time of significant change at Holyoake “Hayley has led with integrity, compassion and strategic vision. Her guidance has been instrumental in helping Holyoake navigate a changing landscape while remaining true to our core purpose. We thank her for her dedicated service and leadership.”
Debbie, appointed as a Holyoake Board member in April 2022, is an ASX and NFP Board Director with over 25 years global experience leading major capital and large-scale projects complemented by several years as a CEO and in c-suite leadership roles across the resources industry. Debbie holds a Bachelor of Business from Edith Cowan University and is a graduate member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
Debbie said “I am privileged to support organisations that align with my skills, values and passion and am honoured to have been appointed by the Board to the position of Chair. As Holyoake enters its 50th year in operation I look forward to continuing to support and champion the critically important work our amazing team provides to the West Australian community. I also thank Hayley for her three years of service and wish her the very best.”
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About Holyoake
At Holyoake, we give Western Australians impacted by alcohol, drugs and mental ill health the support, hope and confidence they need to live the life they choose.
By listening. By offering free counselling, peer-group support, and community and prevention programs. By being here for people living with AOD (alcohol and other drugs) or mental health challenges, as well as families and friends living with the impacts, whenever they’re ready.
