Staff

Michelle Sharkey O.A.M – Chief Executive Officer

Michelle has been the Chief Executive Officer for the Stroke Recovery Association since 1997. She has over 30 years’ experience as a Social Worker in NSW. Her main area of experience is in the area of Community Development and Health. Michelle has worked in Commonwealth, State and Local government agencies as well as the Non-Government sector.

In 2011, Michelle was honoured for her work in Stroke with the Order of Australia Medal. Michelle is very passionate about people’s ability to recover and live a good quality of life after Stroke. She is a strong advocate for people’s ability to live in the community and their own home for as long as possible and she has an extensive knowledge of the services available to assist the individual and their families to achieve this.

Lani Cutuli – Community Liaison Officer

Lani joined the Association in 2022 as the Community Liaison Officer. She has a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science and is studying for a Masters of Public International Diplomacy at Macquarie University. Prior to joining the Stroke Recovery Association, she worked primarily in the fields of community development and advocacy.

Alex Wells – Information and Administrative Officer

Alex joined the Stroke Recovery Association in the role of Administrative Assistant in 2023. Prior to this role Alex worked in membership, administration and events in the community clubs sector.

Aurora Carter – Events Officer

Aurora joined the Stroke Recovery Association in the role of Events Officer in 2024. She is currently studying Journalism and Politics in her final semester. Prior to joining the Stroke Recovery Association, Aurora worked in hospitality and disability.

Cheryl Smith – Financial Manager

Cheryl has been working at the Stroke Recovery Association since 1992 in the role of Financial Manager.

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