Team Lou’s
amanda greaney, CEO
Amanda (Mandy) started at Lou’s Place as General Manager in March 2022. Mandy comes to Lou’s with over 20 years leadership experience across a variety of community services and is passionate about Social Justice and ensuring that the most vulnerable within our community are supported to access their rights. She is highly experienced in multi service outlet management and has had extensive experience across many different programs including disabilities, homelessness, domestic and family violence, youth, child protection early intervention services and gambling.
Mandy relish’s the challenge of delivering high quality services to societies most outcast and ostracised. Mandy is very enthusiastic and always demonstrates empathy and a non-judgmental attitude to the people she works to support.
Mandy is acknowledged for being a very supportive and knowledgeable leader who is always willing to listen and support staff to solve any problems within their work so that they may support clients in the same way.
GENAVIEVE SAKR, Programs manager
Genavieve started at Lou's Place as the Always Mum Case Manager and Project Officer in June 2021 and transitioned into her role as Programs Manager in March 2022, overseeing three distinct programs at Lou's Place. Genavieve brings over seven years of hands-on experience working in the community services sector in areas such as therapeutic case management, group facilitation, allied health care coordination & program development, specialising in supporting women with multiple complex needs.
Passionate about leveraging her insights into the socio-political climate and its impact on the women she supports, Genavieve is dedicated to education, advocacy, and the creation of a therapeutic environment that fosters healing and growth.
Genavieve utilises a trauma-informed, person-centred & strengths-based approach to her work, with non-judgement and authenticity at the forefront. Building on this foundation, she employs creative and hands-on problem-solving techniques, guided by her steadfast commitment to being led by women as the true experts of their own lives.
Hannah Kelly, client services and administration manager
Hannah started at Lou's Place as an Intake and Admin Support Officer in September 2022, and transitioned into her role as Client Services and Administration Manager in November 2023. She completed her Diploma of Community Services at TAFE in February 2022.
Hannah has over 10 years' experience in client facing roles, having previously worked as a Youth Mentor, Retail Assistant, and Marketing and Admin Assistant.
Hannah prides herself on her friendly and welcoming nature and operates through a trauma-informed mindset. She is passionate about meeting every woman at their point of need, and promoting autonomy and dignity through acceptance and respect.
Jenni Egan, Client Services and Administration Officer
Jenni started at Lou’s Place in December 2023 as a Client Services and Administration Officer. She holds a Diploma of Community Services which she completed in 2022.
Prior to working at Lou’s Place, Jenni worked in an administrative role within the corporate sector for over 20 years. After personal circumstances, Jenni decided to make the move into the community services sector to make a difference in the community.
Jenni enjoys being the first point of contact at Lou’s Place, fostering meaningful connections with the women. She uses her compassion and empathy to provide steadfast support to individuals facing challenges, offering an understanding ear and engaging in heartfelt conversations to offer comfort.
Siena Vaughan, Case Manager
Siena is a warm, down-to-earth presence at Lou’s Place, known for her bubbly energy and genuine care. With a background in mental health and a Bachelor of Social Work, she was drawn to Lou’s through her passion for supporting women’s wellbeing, joining our team in early 2024.
Siena’s approach is grounded in empathy, curiosity, and connection. She offers a safe, non-judgmental space where each woman feels seen, heard, and supported. Guided by the belief that women are the experts of their own lives, she tailors her support to honour each person’s individual journey.
With a strong trauma-informed foundation, Siena brings compassion, respect, and a steady presence to every interaction. She is deeply committed to walking alongside women as they heal, grow, and reconnect with their sense of self, always with kindness and a firm belief in their worth.
Laura Prittie, Philanthropy Manager
Laura started at Lou’s Place in September 2024 as the part time Philanthropy Manager. Laura has over 10 years of experience in business development, sponsorship and corporate partnerships as well as experience leading diversity and inclusion programs. The desire to fuse commercial expertise, a love of problem solving and passion for social impact was the catalyst for Laura to leave the corporate sector to join the team at Lou’s Place.
As a serial dog foster carer, Laura particularly enjoys meeting the Centre’s furry friends.
Darcy Bishop, Client Services And Administration Officer
Darcy joined Lou’s Place in February 2025 as a Client Services and Administration Officer, bringing with her a strong foundation in mental health and crisis support. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Criminology, and completed her postgraduate year in Psychology in 2023.
Darcy has over seven years’ experience in client-facing roles, primarily in the aquatics space as a Swim Teacher and On-Deck Supervisor, where she supported women and children with complex needs to access inclusive swimming programs. Alongside this, she has also volunteered in the mental health and community services sector.
Darcy utilises a trauma-informed, person-centred lens in her work, and is committed to meeting every woman with warmth, respect and without judgement. She is passionate about promoting dignity and self-determination, and believes in creating spaces where individuals feel safe, heard and supported on their own terms.