Get to know our Leadership Circle

Leanne Brus-Bentley

Starting this women’s giving circle is deeply personal for Leanne. Throughout her successful career in Executive Management and Human Resources, she has seen firsthand how powerful it is when women are supported, encouraged, and given the opportunity to lead. She has been fortunate to have people who believed in her, and now wants to create that same sense of support and belonging for others. This circle is about more than giving—it’s about building an inclusive community where every woman feels seen, heard, and valued. By coming together, we can enable each other to grow, lead, and thrive. It’s time to pass on opportunity.

Laura Fox (Schonfeldt)

Laura has had the absolute privilege of having women believe in her, create opportunities for her and help make these tangible. As a senior executive, with significant experience in people, safety, and culture and passion for social justice, Laura knows that success is often underpinned by the courage that comes from those around us, who have our backs and encourage us. She is deeply committed to bringing this giving circle to life, so that her experience can be amplified for as many women as possible in South Australia. She wants every woman who interacts with SA Women for Women to experience the real benefit created by other women coming together in support of each other, creating a community where every woman can thrive.

Caroline Boyce

Caroline is a passionate advocate for gender equity, dedicated to supporting and empowering women. With almost two decades of experience in workplace transformation and leadership, she brings strategic insight, empathy and a people-first mindset to SA Women for Women. Known for her dynamic leadership and commitment to social progress, she leverages her expertise in cultural change, inclusion, and organisational development to help drive impactful initiatives that uplift women from all walks of life. Having been involved in numerous NFPs over the years, Caroline is particularly excited by the Giving Circle aspect of SA Women for Women and the opportunities to grow a connected and lasting community.

Stacey Thomas

Stacey is a passionate leader and advocate for social equity, committed to creating a future where all communities can thrive. Currently leading Australia’s oldest philanthropic foundation, she brings deep experience in systemic change, governance, and community-led impact. Her work is grounded in a belief that lasting change happens when we work together to build the world we want to leave for the next generation. Stacey was drawn to SA Women for Women because of its strong values of inclusion, compassion, and collective giving. She feels privileged to contribute to a community of like-minded women who are not only making a difference now but also building a powerful legacy for the future.

Suzanne Belton

Suzanne is a dedicated retired health professional and academic with extensive experience in nursing, midwifery, and public health. Her impressive career spans Australia and international work, focusing on women’s health, health literacy, and social justice. As a passionate volunteer with Foodbank and a former supporter of refugee communities in Thailand, she exemplifies her commitment to equity in health and wellbeing, particularly for rural and remote areas. Recognized with the Public Health Advocacy Award in 2019 and a STEaM award in 2021, Suzanne continues to champion evidence-based actions that foster fair communities and create lasting change.