Guided by experience.
Experienced leadership, thoughtful governance and a shared commitment to ensuring Ocean Gardens continues to thrive for generations to come.
Choosing a retirement village is one of life's most important decisions, and it's reassuring to know that Ocean Gardens is guided by an experienced and highly respected Board committed to protecting the long-term future of our community.
Led by Chair Darren Cooper, our Board brings together extensive expertise across property, finance, healthcare, governance, business and community leadership. Together, they provide strategic direction and oversight that ensures Ocean Gardens continues to evolve while remaining true to the values that have defined our village for almost 40 years.
Working closely with our executive leadership team, the Board is committed to responsible governance, sound decision-making and creating a community where residents can enjoy independent living with confidence, knowing Ocean Gardens is well positioned for today and generations to come.
Darren Cooper
Darren Cooper is the Chair of the Ocean Gardens Board and has enjoyed a successful career in banking and property spanning 30 years and now holds several board positions, including Chair of two ASX-listed companies and Non-Executive Director on a … Read more
Adj. Assoc. Prof. Robyn Collins
Adjunct Associate Professor Robyn Collins is a committed and highly successful health service executive and board member with an extensive career in a broad range of governance, strategic, operational and financial management environments. Adj. Assoc. Prof. Collins served on the … Read more
Dr. Kylie Gilbey
Dr. Kylie Gilbey is an experienced company director, with an extensive background in banking and structured finance experience gained through roles as Business Development Director of a national strategic financial advisory company, Director of a large social and affordable housing … Read more
Geoff Parnell
Geoff Parnell is an experienced senior executive and has over 30 years’ experience as a Director in the disability services, independent living villages, residential aged care, health, professional services, aboriginal and facility management sectors. His experience also includes being involved … Read more
Dr. Mitchell Hartman
Dr. Mitchell Hartman, a healthcare, life sciences and not-for-profit leader. Having worked as a doctor within the public health system and holding several leadership roles across multiple sectors, he blends clinical insight with an innovative approach and high-level commercial acumen. … Read more
Dane O’Callaghan
Dane O’Callaghan is a senior property, asset, and investment professional with more than 30 years of experience spanning architecture, property development, asset management, and corporate real estate. He is currently Regional General Manager, Australia & Europe – Property & Workplace … Read more