Our Board
Anthea Williams
President and Chair
Anthea has been President of the Fit to Drive Foundation since 2019, having been appointed Vice President in 2017. During this period, Anthea has guided and overseen the strategic growth of the Foundation as one of Victoria’s leading road safety education providers and partners of choice. Anthea is a Civil Engineer and Project Manager with over 25 years of experience in both Australia and the United States.
Nicole O’Reilly
Secretary
Inspector Nicole O’Reilly has been a member of Victoria Police for more than 30 years.
She has worked across a number of Regions, Commands and Departments and it was whilst working at Road Policing Command in 2018 that Nicole developed a passion for road safety and joined the Board of Directors of the Fit to Drive Foundation.
Nicole is married to a police officer and has 3 adult children. Aside from busy family life, Nicole likes to keep active through Pilates, walking and has a particular love of camping.
Megan Hannan
Deputy Chair
Megan has been an active member of the Fit to Drive Foundation Board of Directors since 2018. She has spent the best part of her career in the for-purpose space working across communications, marketing, engagement, strategic direction and business development.
Having grown up in a regional community, Megan has a strong understanding of how important and life-changing getting your licence can be, especially in rural and regional areas.
John Ryan
Treasurer
John is a former Deputy Commissioner of the Australian Taxation Office, who maintains a role in tax administration through a part-time role with the International Monetary Fund.
A board member since 2014, he has strengthened the Foundation in his role as treasurer.
John is committed to working as member of the Foundation reach as many students within Victoria, wherever they might live.
Dr. Mike Wilson
Chair of Research Subcommittee
Dr Mike Wilson is an experienced communicator having operated across the secondary and tertiary education space for over a decade to improve outcomes and increase skills. As Chair of the Fit to Drive Foundation’s Research Subcommittee, they ensure the organisation stays aligned with best practices and contributes informed insights to public discussions
Having completed their PhD with Flinders university, and a Masters of Science Communication with the Australian National University, Mike has plenty of experience tackling high level concepts to make them more accessible and relatable to the wider community.
Alexander Bianchini-Kometer
Chair of Brand Sponsorship and Media Subcommittee
Alex is a seasoned brand, marketing and creative professional with a proven track record of driving organisational growth through brand and campaign development.
His focus on the board includes sponsorship, brand, marketing, digital and media engagement, to ensure the Foundation’s initiatives are both sustainable and effective.
A former club-level motorcycle racer and motoring enthusiast, Alex brings a deep respect for road safety and a strong commitment to community welfare, making him a valued Fit to Drive board member.
Matthew Ryan
Matthew is dedicated to supporting the Fit to Drive Foundation to achieve sustainable growth and success, leveraging on his capabilities as founder of digital-transformation consultancy, Insight Path. He is committed to excellence and making a lasting impact on organisations that advance road safety.
An avid cyclist and father of two, Matthew has witnessed the tragic consequences of road trauma firsthand. He believes young people are key to creating safer communities, especially when empowered by the Foundation’s work.
Ingrid Cole
Ingrid is a dynamic physiotherapist, AICD graduate and thought leader in disability care, with a proven track record of transforming organisations and improving lives.
Joining the board, she combines her expertise in healthcare and disability with a passion for youth safety. Ingrid’s advanced skills in people and culture will strengthen our mission and support our Operations, Governance, Finance and Audit subcommittees.
As a clinician, disability advocate, and mother of three, Ingrid is dedicated to empowering young people to make safe choices.
Justin Goldsmith
Justin is a superintendent of Victoria Police and currently works at Road Policing Command.
He spent most of his 32 years with Victoria Police in frontline operational roles before joining Road Policing Command in a strategic role and has developed a great passion for road safety.
Justin has two adult sons and is actively involved in community football.
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