CEO, Australian Childcare Alliance, WA  

Rachelle has been part of the Early Childhood sector for the past 14 years and has held various roles over the course of her career.

She found her niche and passion within the sector in 2009 with her current position as CEO of the Australian Childcare Alliance, where she oversees and implements the activities of the association.    

Rachelle has enjoyed the opportunities the role has bought her over the years, taking her across the country, visiting services and building relationships with those working directly with families.   

It is these experiences that have informed Rachelle’s belief of the importance of collaboration in making a difference to children and families, and she has recently submitted a paper which focuses on Child Health Services in WA and how collaboration and interaction could make a huge difference for families and children.    

“All children must have access to quality early learning in a safe, caring, secure, developmentally appropriate environment. Families must feel secure knowing that the early childhood sector is there as another arm for them; to help support, care and educate their children.”