Our People
The Woohoo Crew are authentic humans with a passion for people
With a hint of craziness that characterises our culture
Sue Newberry
Managing Director
Sue is a Director of The Woohoo Co., otherwise known as Chief Story Teller. She has experience in national management, supported through an extensive range of education and training in human resource related fields. Sue has demonstrated executive presence, integrity and collaboration through senior leadership roles, paired with a strong history of influencing leaders to develop organisational capability and drive positive behavioural change.
Sue brings a wide variety of skills to the business through experience working with finance, distribution, manufacturing, health and information communication technology (ICT) sectors. Sue is a genuine leader and a builder of effective teams that connect people to a common business goal, helping them flourish.
Passionate about making a difference to the lives of people, Sue takes a unique and personalised approach to every interaction. She is proactive and passionate when it comes to helping people help themselves, so they and the organisation both benefit.
Fun fact: Sue will make sure you’ll laugh at least three times before the meetings over.
Rebecca Jaensch
Director
Rebecca is a Director of The Woohoo Co. otherwise known as Chief Instigator. She has experience in Human Resources Generalist roles within national corporate organisations, operating in Australia and the United Kingdom. Throughout her extensive experience Rebecca has worked in both operational and managerial positions, providing her with a comprehensive understanding of business functions.
Over her successful and rewarding career, Rebecca has helped others flourish and achieve their goals. The broad skill set of Rebecca encompasses the discipline of human resources, including profiling, interviewing skills, and a collaborative HR Business partner with organisations, including senior leaders and HR teams. She is a true team collaborator and leads by example, ensuring accountability while professionally and personally delivering on business outcomes.
Rebecca is best known for her professionalism, hard work and dedication to people, while her authenticity, laughter and vibrancy is not easily matched.
Fun fact: Rebecca is serious about her work, but importantly not taking herself too seriously all the time.
Melissa Taylor
Finance Director
Melissa is the Finance Director at Newberry Paterson, otherwise known as Chief Number Cruncher. Her vast accounting experience in both operational and managerial roles has developed through accounting practices, finance management in large Australian organisations and hedge fund accounting in the United Kingdom. Melissa’s experience in the finance industry has allowed her to work closely with clients, ensuring business needs and statutory compliance is met, while being proactive in addressing any potential risks before they arise.
Melissa is an expert in business processing, including bookkeeping, developing management reports and payroll. She continues to help other businesses establish compliance with statutory requirements and correctly remunerate their most important asset, their people. Process orientated, Melissa has an eye for detail, providing accurate and timely information, enabling business owners to concentrate on growing their business.
Melissa’s honest, caring and professional nature shines through in all dealings with clients and associates.
Fun fact: Melissa is cooking up something delicious when she’s not crunching numbers.
Sharan Velauthan
Marketing & Project Lead
Sharan is the Marketing and Project Lead at The Woohoo Company, otherwise known as the Chief of Creativity and Process. His experience in Marketing not only with a variety of brands and their stories, but himself and his advocacy in mental health provides a fresh strategic perspective. Sharan brings a variety of experience from working in Talent Acquisition, Business Development, Key Account Management, and several roles in Marketing - making him a broad minded thinker who carries professional stakeholder management skills.
Sharan is an expert in managing projects with the highest in client service and satisfaction. A stickler for accuracy and future focused, bringing better processes to the ways we and the business work.
Sharan’s kind, critical and respectful approach helps us and clients manage important situations.
Fun fact: Sharan loves crazy socks, you’ll be sure to spot a different one almost every time.
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