President: Alexandra Finley joined the Board of Rainbow Club Australia in May 2009 and became President in June 2010. Alexandra is the General Counsel and Company Secretary of Spark Infrastructure a specialist infrastructure investment fund listed on the ASX. She has many years of corporate governance, legal, and commercial experience gained in both private practice and the corporate environment. 

Vice President: Rob Lloyd joined the Board of Rainbow Club Australia in 2004 and was elected Vice President in 2010. He was involved in establishing the Murray Rose Malabar Magic Ocean Swim and is both the Event Director and the energy behind The Magic’s huge success. Rob is the Managing Director at The Breckenridge Property Group, is a Director of LBW Trust and has previously sat on the Board of the Australian Direct Property Institute and The Pathways Foundation.

Board Member since 2008: John Taplin is a retired business man with experience in the financial sector, most recently working for Goldman Sachs JB Were as a Futures Managing Director and Partner. John and his family have personal experience with Rainbow Club in action as his son attended Cronulla/Miranda Rainbow Club from an early age.

Board Member since 2010. Mark McCormack recently retired from the role of Australian Operations and Managing Director of Koppers International. He brings extensive business experience and contacts with Surf Life Savers to the Board.

Board Member since 2025. Graeme Houston served as Rainbow Club’s CEO from 2024-2025. He brings extensive experience from his role as Director at KIR Consulting. His impressive career includes senior positions at Primary Healthcare Limited, Yum! Restaurants International and Pizza Hut Australia, demonstrating his strong foundation in business principles.

Board Member since 2018. Ernie Cirignano is the Founder and Executive Coach of Prime Coaching, an organisation that develops people and grows business. With extensive experience in aviation in senior leadership roles and more recently working with a large global corporate entity, Ernie’s expertise includes: aircraft engineering, professional development and training, human resources, leadership development, executive coaching, change and transformation. Ernie is the Manager for Cronulla/Miranda Rainbow Club where his son  attends swimming lessons.

Board Member since 2018. Tracey Raso is the Regional Managing Director for Revlon Australia and New Zealand. She has extensive marketing, strategic planning and retail experience across various consumer packaged goods companies. Tracey is a member of the recently formed Rainbow Club Board Committee on People and Culture.

Board Member since 2018. Steve Langan-Stark is a former investment banker from New York who has extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions, debt capital markets, and treasury. He has strong foundations in balance sheet management with an emphasis on liquidity and capital efficiency. Steve also serves on the Finance Committee of Rainbow Club and has a son that is a member of Maroubra Rainbow Club.

Board Member since 2022. Mathew Harper has been a member of Maroubra Surf Life Saving Club since the age of 5. Mat is involved in many different aspects of the community including surf lifesaving, water safety and community engagement. Outside of his life saving commitments, Mathew works as the Chief Operating Officer of a large business in Sydney’s Eastern suburbs. .

Board Member since 2025. Roopa is a Management Consultant with over 20 years’ experience, having built her career at Kearney as well as founding her own consultancy business. She has a proven track record of delivering strategic insights and actionable solutions that drive business growth, operational efficiency, and market position for clients across Healthcare, Retail, Government, and Financial Services. Roopa specialises in data-driven strategy and brings deep expertise in stakeholder engagement, complex problem-solving, and leading cross-functional teams toward sustainable business outcomes.

CEO

Johannapitman@myrainbowclub.org.au

Johanna Pitman oversees the day to day operations of Rainbow Club and reports to the Board.

P & C Business Partner
errinclaypole@myrainbowclub.org.au

Errin Claypole is responsible for all HR functions across the Rainbow Club network.

Information & Technology Manager
admin@myrainbowclub.org.au

Heather Nadilo is responsible for all matters relating to Rainbow Clubs CRM, website and online portals.

Club Resources Manager
natalie@myrainbowclub.org.au

Natalie Dillenbeck is responsible for providing resources to help and support all Rainbow Clubs.

Club Operations Manager
angeliqueraffo@myrainbowclub.org.au

Angelique Raffo is responsible for ensuring quality across our programs and clubs and for leading, managing and resourcing a workforce that is motivated to provide a quality service.

Aquatic Programs and Quality Manager
michellehoughton@myrainbowclub.org.au

Michelle Houghton is responsible for the quality of the programs Rainbow Club delivers across its club network.

Events & Marketing Manager
events@myrainbowclub.org.au

Emma Baldwin organises and runs all Rainbow Club events, and promotions including the Squad Carnival, Malabar Magic, Rainbow Connect, as well as other training and fundraising events. Also all Rainbow Club communications, marketing and social media

Operations Coordinator
minstrauss@myrainbowclub.org.au

Min Strauss ensures the smooth and efficient running of daily business activities.

Regional Manager – Sydney South / Illawarra
southsydney@myrainbowclub.org.au

Carla Barnes is responsible for the expansion and management of Rainbow Club into the NSW Sydney South and Ilawarra areas.

Regional Manager – South West Sydney
southwestsydney@myrainbowclub.org.au

Belinda Osborne is responsible for the expansion and management of Rainbow Clubs in the NSW South West Sydney area.

Member Services Coordinator
info@myrainbowclub.org.au

Lauren Marler provides support for existing and potential Rainbow Club members and families.

Recruitment & HR Coordinator
sidra@myrainbowclub.org.au

Sidra Khan is responsible for providing help and support with the recruitment of Swim Teachers, In Pool Volunteers and our Train to Teach program

Member Services Coordinator
aleciawilliams@myrainbowclub.org.au

Alecia Williams provides support for existing and potential Rainbow Club members and families.

Local Coordinator – Hills District NSW
hills@myrainbowclub.org.au

Alison Searle is responsible for the coordination of Rainbow Club’s NSW Hills area.

Local Coordinator – Victoria
victoria@myrainbowclub.org.au

Katie Allen is responsible for the coordination of Rainbow Club’s Victorian area.

 Gary Bradshaw was always enthusiastic, the one with the plan, running, golf, and “Bertha”. Gary is a man of action.

Tony Williams is renowned for his tireless ‘collection’ skills and provided our fundraising events with lots of ‘goodies’.

Philip Holt is the man who gave Rainbow Club direction and guidance from day one. Ask Philip and he says “yes”. His generosity is legendary. He has asked all the hard questions and found the answers.

Malcolm Kerr arranges what needs to be arranged. He loaned Rainbow Club his people, his meeting rooms and his valuable time. Malcolm is a quiet achiever who works towards finding solutions. 

Suzanne Stanton has the history of Rainbow Club at her finger tips from her ten years as President. Suzanne was tireless in her passion to make Rainbow Club a success through her breadth of experience, network of friends and colleagues, fundraising, and her heart for volunteering.

Margaret Taplin raised funds for Rainbow Club over 20 years with the annual fundraiser now running like a well oiled machine. Her enthusiasm, energy and efficiency never waivered. From numerous events, Margaret has contributed in excess of a quarter of a million dollars to Rainbow Club.

Rob Lloyd exudes energy and enthusiasm and his commitment to the growth and future of Rainbow Club never varies. His passion for the Murray Rose Malabar Magic Ocean Swim makes it the successful annual event that has become a corner stone of Rainbow Club fundraising.

Alexandra came to Rainbow Club in 2010 so is now 9 years as President. She took over this role from Suzanne Stanton and has been leading the organisation through a period of change and growth ever since. She is organised and flexible and has introduced networks that have become major supporters of Rainbow Club’s fundraising events.

Bob McCotter joined the Rainbow Club Board in 2013 and as Board Secretary and member of the Finance Committee was a major influence on compliance across the organisation. He led the Rainbow Club charge on grant applications and was responsible for approximately $1million income from various sources over the last decade. His generosity with his time led to him setting up the Northern NSW Regional Board. Rainbow Club was fortunate to have his guidance and perseverance to meet the highest standards.