Lenity Australia is a not for profit philanthropic organisation financing medical research and clinical care projects in Australia.

In 2015, Geoff Henry undertook the role as a founding director of Lenity Australia and, in 2019 he became the Chairman.  Prior to that he was a director of the Chatswood Community Nursing Home and was actively engaged in the proposed redevelopment of the site, which ultimately culminated in the rezoning and sale of the site in Chatswood.  He had an honorary role at North Sydney Catholic Parish, serving for six years on its Building Committee, whilst undertaking a significant building programme which included a school hall and administrative centre, housing and restoration of heritage buildings.  Geoff studied Civil Engineering at the UNSW and later opened up his own successful Engineering Consultancy practice.  His passion for Lenity and the good work the charity does both in NSW and overseas is inspiring and, as Chairman of Lenity, he works tirelessly to ensure the charity grows from strength to strength in order to help as many people in need as possible.

Harry is a seasoned strategist and advocate who brings extensive experience to Lenity Australia. Educated at institutions including the London Business School, the Royal Military College of Australia, Sydney University, and the University of New South Wales, Harry believes in the transformative power of research and education in addressing health and humanitarian challenges. Being half Burmese, he has a profound interest in humanitarian support in Asia, particularly Myanmar (Burma). As a father of two young children, Harry is also deeply passionate about children’s health. In addition to his role at Lenity Australia, Harry serves on the board of The Information Rights Project and is a member of the Australian leadership team at multinational management consulting firm, Strategy&.

Lou is an experienced, successful and trusted finance executive. Lou has been a key executive in building company culture, profitability and growth, predominantly in the media industry. Her roles have required management of varied and complex business issues and project management, spanning funding, development, production, operations, finance and government rebates. Lou brings to Lenity her professional experience, financial skills and advanced communication skills. Lou’s appreciation of the importance of project funding, management of funds and ability to communicate with non-financial stakeholders, is key to maximising funding available and is also vitally important in dealing with requests for funding the amazing projects Lenity supports.  Lou has a degree in Economics from the University of Sydney.

For the last 30 years Bridget, a multi award winner, has pursued a career in urban design/architecture on major public domain and infrastructure projects in Australia and the USA.  She has a Masters in Urban Design Studies from Harvard as well as a Bachelor of Architecture and Bachelor of Planning & Design from Melbourne University.  Currently, she is City Architect/Executive Manager Design and Public Art for the City of Sydney and manages a range of urban design, strategic and special projects, including the Sustainable Sydney 2030-2050 vision. She also manages the City’s Design Advisory Panel and Public Art Advisory Committee.  Bridget sits on several other boards and is a founding member of the Australian Institute of Architects Venice Biennale Organising Committee.  Her experience in managing large-scale projects and advisory panels helps to guide the charity in strategic decision-making.

After graduating as a civil engineer with First Class Honours from UTS, I have served the community as a structural engineer and managing director of a successful engineering consultancy for over 40 years. As a structural engineer I was always engaged in the team driven nature of working with varied and diversified professionals, delivering practical and cost effective building solutions to benefit the entire community. As a director of Lenity I am able to leverage from my career in the building industry, to work with my team of fellow directors to deliver positive philanthropic outcomes for our benefactors.  As an engineer I have always had a great passion and interest for science and medical research and the ability of science to improve the lives of those less fortunate. It is with great privilege that I am able to engage with my passion and work with the team at Lenity to deliver funding for medical research, clinical care projects and assistance for child welfare programs in developing countries throughout Asia and the Pacific.