Directors
The Aussie Athlete Fund is guided by a board of dedicated Australians who bring expertise in business, sport, law, finance, charities and community — united by a shared belief that no Australian athlete should have to give up their dream due to lack of financial support.
Our Directors
Barton Green GAICD
Chair
Barton is an experienced company director with more than 35 years’ executive leadership experience and over 22 years serving on boards. He is President of Creative Brisbane Collab and a Director or QMusic (Queensland’s music industry association). Barton brings strong governance expertise and strategic oversight across creative, cultural and not-for-profit sectors.
Bren Arkinstall
Director
Bren is Chief Executive Officer of the Edmund Rice Foundation, leading strategy, partnerships and global programs focused on education and empowerment for vulnerable communities. With senior leadership experience across education, fundraising and international development, Bren brings deep expertise in governance, strategic growth and social impact.
Natalie Cook OAM OLY GAICD
Founder & Director
A five-time Olympian, Natalie Cook has dedicated her life to unlocking the transformative power of sport. She is a respected board director, sport strategist and business leader, bringing a unique athlete-first lens to governance, leadership and impact. Nat founded the Aussie Athlete Fund to address the financial barriers faced by athletes pursuing excellence in the green and gold.
Nicole Davis MAICD
Director
Nicole has more than 20 years’ experience across corporate and government sectors, specialising in strategic brand, marketing, stakeholder engagement and communications. She has held senior roles with organisations including Allens Linklaters, Thiess and government agencies connected to major events and innovation. Nicole brings strong commercial insight and communications leadership to the Board.
William Tuffley GAICD
Director
William is a Chartered Accountant and Partner at BDO within the Business Services Division. He has extensive experience advising high-profile organisations and boards, with a strong focus on financial governance and sustainability. William is passionate about supporting athletes to protect their financial wellbeing during and beyond their sporting careers.
