Leadership
Setting the Direction
Our leadership team holds responsibility for Populi’s strategy, finances, systems and clinical governance — making sure every program we run reflects our values.
COMPANY DIRECTOR
James Weait
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
James founded Populi in 2019 on a simple idea: people with more complex barriers to employment deserve more thoughtful, tailored support. Having worked across the sector – from Employment Consultant through to executive leadership in the UK and Australia – he leads the team across both regions and remains closely involved in program design.
Giovanna Tucker
Head of Finance & Company Director
Nathalie Viglasky
Head of Systems
Natalie Theuma
Head of Compliance
Australian team
Based in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane — coordinating programs and partnerships across Australia.
Alison Kaihau
Chief Operating Officer
Scott Kennedy
Partnerships Manager
Elaine Kimmins
Head of Program Coordination
Jorja Baxter
Administrative Support
United Kingdom team
Based in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane — coordinating programs and partnerships across Australia.
Laura Freeman
Head of Partnerships
Patricia Charlesworth
Head of Programme Coordination