Alan has worked in the fields of mental health and suicide prevention for 20 years as an executive leader, an evaluator and researcher. He is a strategic advisor to governments and organisations on reform and performance measurement.

He has specialist expertise in crisis support services and digital service provision, having worked in senior roles for Lifeline Australia for 14 years.

Alan grew up in Wollongong and knows the south-east of Australia well. He has worked within the region on health and human services and community development.

Alan holds a Masters in Social Science and Policy Studies, a Business Degree and a Diploma in Arts/Communications. He is a Fellow of the Australian Evaluation Society.