Our People

Carole has always been passionate about creating the next generation of generosity – and wanted to raise her own children to understand and appreciate altruism. 

It was this very passion that led her to teaming up with Ruth Tofler-Riesel to form Kids Giving Back. 

With extensive experience in business and marketing, Carole is the main point of contact for philanthropic organisations, corporations and donors who share our vision and want to join us in creating the next generation of generosity.

Almog is a seasoned operations leader with over 25 years of experience spanning Hospitality, Retail and Startups.

Specialising in nurturing and guiding geographically dispersed organisations, Almog brings a wealth of expertise to his role as Head of Operations at Kids Giving Back.

His leadership philosophy of “Being of Service” aligns perfectly with the organisation’s mission to cultivate the next Generation of Generosity.

Father of two school-age children, Almog’s commitment to fostering a culture of giving among youth is not just professional but personal, reflecting his belief in the transformative power of early engagement in social responsibility.

Andi has been with us since day one as a volunteer with her kids. Her strong passion for Kids Giving Back led her to join the team in 2017.

Andi owned a dance school for 20 years before working for online and market research companies. She now works across different facets of our organisation, including juggling the logistics of meal distribution.

Attention to detail while multitasking is Andi’s forte. She gets everything done efficiently – and always with a smile.

Paul spent over 30 years in the hospitality industry as a professional chef. 

Then, after more than a decade in corporate and function kitchens such as Sydney Town Hall and Customs House, he was drawn to Kids Giving Back.

Paul appreciates how food can bring people together and help the community, and he relishes the opportunity to produce fresh meals for people in need. 

When he isn’t donning his chef hat, Paul enjoys indoor rock climbing and fishing with his son.

Courtney is passionate about creating meaningful opportunities for young people and their families to give back. With a strong background in business development, corporate engagement, and leadership, she is focused on growing partnerships that expand the reach and impact of Kids Giving Back.

With experience across Australia, the UK, and the USA, Courtney understands how to build connections that drive both purpose and impact.

She is the key contact for corporations, philanthropic partners, and donors who share our vision of empowering the next generation of changemakers.

Tali Ezekiel is an educator passionate about fostering youth mental health and community engagement. After 16 years in education, Tali brings a focus on impactful lesson plans that inspire students to be empathetic, work in a team, and build resilience.

Her work emphasises the power of volunteering as tools for positive health outcomes and community connection.

Tali is deeply committed to equipping young minds with the skills to excel in life while nurturing a sense of responsibility and care for those around them.

Tali, who has two children (eight, and five), joined Kids Giving Back because she believes encouraging kids to volunteer not only helps others but also builds their confidence, teamwork skills, and a sense of purpose; contributing to stronger, kinder communities.

Simone’s upbringing in South Africa deeply influenced her worldview. Witnessing the daily struggles of impoverished communities, she developed a profound sense of justice and a strong belief that no one should ever go hungry or lack a safe place to call home. Her experiences sparked a lifelong commitment to social change.

Having been an active participant in a youth movement for many years, Simone understands the vital role education plays in empowering future generations to advocate for social justice and give back to their communities.

After returning to work once her children were older, Simone chose a career in the not-for-profit sector—an industry where she feels her passion and values align perfectly. She has never looked back, as this field allows her to contribute meaningfully to causes she holds dear.

Holly is a chartered accountant and a Graduate Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, with over 20 years’ experience in finance, business advisory and assurance.

As a Partner at Grant Thornton, Holly advises organisations on their strategic plans, including fundraising, M&A and capital markets transactions.

A mother of two, Holly is a strong advocate of the benefits of volunteering for children.

Catherine is a lawyer with over 20 years’ experience in financial services. She’s worked in a range of companies, including banks, small corporates and start-ups. 

She is also a member of the Governance Institute of Australia and a graduate of the AICD Company Directors Course.

A mother of two, Catherine is an advocate for mentoring of all ages and life stages – and loves to encourage children to give back to the community in whatever ways they can.

A passionate entrepreneur and business operator, Jonathan has deep experience in the healthcare, retail and non-profit sectors.

Jonathan holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting and Finance and an MBA with Distinction from INSEAD. He sits on the board of a number of non-profit organisations.

A father of three school aged children, Jonathan is committed to inspiring the next generation to make a meaningful impact.

Tiffany partners with leaders to bring structure and a human-centred approach to complex people and culture questions. Her work builds on her 15+ years of experience, mostly at McKinsey & Company where she advised clients on strategy and organisational change and was the Head of People for Australia & New Zealand.

She holds an MBA from Columbia University and is a graduate of the AICD Company Directors Course.

Tiffany is a mum to two school-aged kids and believes strongly in getting them involved in the community and giving back during their formative years.

Sam has worked within the Australian TV industry for 20+ years, with experience spanning strategy, investment, commercial, business partnerships, production, digital and advertising.

Sam lives on Sydney’s Northern Beaches with her husband and two daughters after relocating from London in 2002, and thoroughly enjoys the Aussie beach lifestyle. Sam is passionate about the mental health benefits of working within the community and teaching the next generation the value of giving back.