cohealth Board and leadership update

Sam Sondhi, a current Director of the cohealth Board, has assumed the role of Board Chair.

Sam brings significant leadership and governance experience across the not-for-profit, disability and financial sectors.

He is currently CEO of Futurity Investment Group and previously served as CEO of Outlook Australia, where he led the development of one of Australia’s largest social enterprises in disability employment.

His work has focused on improving access to education, employment and healthcare, with a strong commitment to working alongside communities to design services that reflect their needs and aspirations.

His appointment provides continuity of leadership and oversight at an important time for the organisation.

cohealth is currently undertaking significant engagement with communities and key stakeholders and continues to work closely with government.

Given the level of sustained community and stakeholder engagement required, and the significant time commitment this places on the role, Kate MacRae, who commenced as Board Chair earlier this year, made the decision to step down due to personal commitments.

The Board has asked Nicole Bartholomeusz to remain in the Chief Executive role until 31 July 2026, with recruitment for the position underway.

cohealth is finalising arrangements to appoint a specialist executive recruitment firm to lead the Chief Executive recruitment process.