Simon Lewis
Simon is committed to building stronger, inclusive, and more diverse communities through innovation, collaboration and harnessing the potential of others. As the Chief Executive Officer of Onemda, Simon has developed extensive experience and knowledge in the social service and disability sectors for over 25 years through a wide variety of leadership roles.
Throughout his career, his focus has been on creating impact through forging partnerships, relationships and opportunities with community groups, government and local enterprise to raise awareness and to enhance the valued status of marginalised communities.
In 2001, Simon was awarded with the Ethel Tembley Study Scholarship where he went on to complete a Graduate Diploma in Disability Studies (Leadership) at Deakin University in 2004. In 2015, he was awarded with the Winston Churchill Fellowship which enabled him to undertake a study tour to Canada, USA and Peru. In 2023 Simon completed a Master of Business Management (Leadership & Innovation) at Ducere Global Business School and Torrens University.
Simon has held various roles throughout his career on a range of local, regional and national advisory committees. He is a current Director and HR Chair serving on the board of Bendigo Bank, Manningham Community Enterprises Ltd.