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Executive Team

We are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of transparency, accountability, and ethical management. Our governance framework ensures that all decisions and operations reflect our commitment to serving the community with integrity and respect.

At Metropolitan Memorial Parks, our dedicated Executive Team leads with a shared commitment to delivering compassionate care, operational excellence, and sustainable growth across all of our memorial parks. Each executive brings unique expertise, driving innovation and ensuring that we meet the needs of our diverse communities.
 
 

Our Executive leadership team

Denise Ora

Denise Ora

Chief Executive Officer

Denise Ora is a visionary leader and the inaugural Chief Executive Officer of Metropolitan Memorial Parks. With a strong focus on innovation and collaboration, she excels in building partnerships with communities and government agencies.

 

Drawing on her extensive experience in managing highly regulated, complex scientific and cultural institutions, Denise is committed to transforming eight significant Crown cemeteries into a modern, customer-centric organisation that offers compassionate support during life's most challenging times.

 

Simon Officer

Simon Officer

Chief Financial Officer

Simon is an expert in transforming corporate services, with a history of re-engineering corporate service operations across government, private, and not-for-profit sectors. At MMP, he is responsible for finance and IT, leading efficiency improvements and strategic financial planning.

David Ham

David Ham

Executive Director Built Environment

David brings a wealth of experience in project planning and delivery, particularly in the not-for-profit sector. His leadership ensures MMP’s parks are thoughtfully maintained, providing serene, well-kept spaces that honour the environment and those who visit.

Georgina Mason

Georgina Mason

Company Secretary & Executive Director Governance, Legal, and Risk

An experienced lawyer, Georgina has led regulatory reform initiatives across various government sectors. At MMP, she ensures best governance practices, risk management, and legal compliance to support the organisation’s long-term objectives are achieved with integrity and transparency.

Hayley Smee

Haylee Smee

Executive Director People, Culture and Safety

Haylee’s focus is on fostering a compassionate and connected team. She leads MMP’s efforts to create a positive and supportive workplace culture, ensuring the organisation continues to serve communities with care and excellence.

Sharon Whitford

Sharon Whitford

Acting Executive Director Customer Service, Marketing and Sales

Sharon Whitford is an accomplished Sales leader with over 20 years of customer service, sales and people management experience. Sharon is dedicated to our team providing the best service possible to people in their time of need.

Rob Smart

Rob Smart

Executive Director Operations

Rob has over 10 years experience as director of cemetery operations, His expertise in landscape construction, horticulture, facilities and project management, ensures MMP’s parks remain well-maintained and functional. Supporting our operational teams to consistently deliver for our families.

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