Meet Our Team

QENDO operations team is growing alongside our dedication and determination to creating an impact for individuals affected by endometriosis, adenomyosis, PCOS, and other pelvic related conditions.We work tirelessly behind the scenes to support a vibrant community of over 70,000 people annually. Alongside our dedicated staff, we are supported by passionate volunteers who share our mission and work tirelessly towards the same goals. Through our free services, helplines, peer mentoring, workplace programs, and community education initiatives, we strive to make a meaningful impact. Every member of our team plays a vital role in fostering connection, hope, and support.

Jess Taylor | CEO

Jess Taylor is a nationally recognised leader in endometriosis and pelvic pain, combining expertise in community engagement, research, and government strategy. As CEO of QENDO, she oversees services supporting around 72,000 individuals annually across Australia, New Zealand, and the UK. Jess is also Chair of the Endometriosis Coalition, uniting over 128 organisations to advise government and shape sector priorities, and founder of Consumers in Research Australia, promoting consumer engagement in research.

With over 12 years at the intersection of policy, research, and community care, Jess excels in translating sector needs into practical, fundable policy solutions. She maintains strong government relationships, regularly engaging with ministers and parliamentary leaders to advance sector initiatives. Known for her solution-oriented approach, consensus-building, and trust-based advocacy, Jess works to embed endometriosis and pelvic pain as key health, economic, and equity priorities at the national level.

Her strategic focus includes implementing pragmatic action plans, securing sustained funding, and fostering cross-sector collaboration to improve outcomes for those affected. Jess’s leadership focuses on transparency, credibility, and timely, well organised programs to drive meaningful change.

Programs and Operations

Ash
Operations & Peer Support Program Lead

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Nicole
 Business Development & Partnerships

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Toula
Marketing & Communications

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Samara
Mentor Program

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Alannah
QENDO Care Nutrition

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Angie
QENDO Care Counsellor

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Zara
QENDO Care Physio

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Sam
App Development

Dajana
QENDO Care Patient Coordinator

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Gillian
QENDO Care Nurse

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We have dedicated community leads across various regions nationwide. If you'd like to learn more about our team members, please follow the link below.

Community Leads

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Our Board

  • Alyse is a passionate residential lending analyst and specialist, and has over 10 years experience with building connections and relationships with both professional stakeholders and the community within the QLD property industry, and more recently in Personal Finance and Banking for an Australian global financial services group.

    Alyse was diagnosed with severe Endometriosis in 2014 after years of misdiagnosis as in most cases. She has always been passionate and focused on supporting, inspiring, advocating and empowering other women at all stages of their journey. This experience with diagnosis, treatment and the everyday challenges that comes with the disease, has only strengthened her commitment towards around raising awareness, education and training around Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain in Schools and the workplace.

    Alyse has turned this passion and resilience into a new found dedication. She engaged with QENDO in 2022 as a volunteer Mentor aware of the valuable work that QENDO offers, and now recently accepting a role on the Board of Directors and Treasurer.

  • Amber is an experienced campaign specialist who has worked across Government and the Not-For-Profit sector for over a decade.

    As a political advisor, she has worked for several high-profile political leaders all over Australia but now finds herself located full time in Brisbane.

    Amber’s number one priority is continuing to spread awareness of endometriosis and other pelvic pain diseases. Like many women living with endometriosis, her journey from pain to diagnosis and treatment was an unnecessarily long, difficult and expensive one.

    She’s also passionate about continually learning all complementary ways in which women manage their pelvic pain and is currently pursing further studies in the benefits of yoga and Pilates on women’s health.

  • Anna Behrens JD, is an experienced manager and community sector leader with a strong background in safeguarding, risk and change. She recently completed her Juris Doctor in Law, where her major research project explored the integration of social science into law, analysing national inquiries to assess how legislation can better serve people with disabilities and vulnerable groups.

    In her non-profit management roles, Anna has been a reportable officer responsible for Positive Behaviour Support Plans and restrictive practice reporting, ensuring compliance with NDIS Commission standards and transparent accountability to oversight bodies. She has also co-designed complex care policies, including a Sexual Expression Policy, Safety Policies and a Personal Care Policy for supporting those with significant psychosocial disabilities.

    Currently undertaking Practical Legal Training with Sinnamon Law in CTP, Public Liability, WorkCover, and medical malpractice, Anna combines legal knowledge with her frontline work. Anna is passionate about the QENDO mission to combat stigma for those living with chronic pelvic pain.

  • Anita is a passionate and accredited mortgage and lending industry professional with an outstanding knowledge of banking and finance network in multiple states including Queensland, Northern Territory, South and Western Australia and proven capacity to establish and maintain long term relationship with key stakeholders.

    She has more than 20 years of experience in the banking and finance industry and has achieved awards and finalists in many major state and national industry accolades. She is a key advocate for women in finance and empowering others to have a successful and rewarding careers.

    With her diagnosis of Endometriosis in 2015, she is committed to helping others and supporting those who suffer from this illness. She has been a active volunteer with QENDO in the role of President and Board Director. She is extremely passionate about the valuable work that QENDO offers for the community and educating the financial impacts it has for all women, suggesting ways to better manage their budgets as well as their well being.

  • Krystle is an experienced Director, Lawyer and Data Protection Officer across multiple jurisdictions including Australia, Hong Kong and New Zealand.   She is a Certified Information Privacy Professional / Europe (CIPP/E with IAPP) and has a passion for governance, risk compliance, privacy and data protection.   

    Her eyes light up when it comes to the interface between law, data and technology.   She has a particular interest in emerging technologies, particularly AI / quantum computing, medical devices, diagnostics and neurotechnology and the interaction of those technologies with data protection, GRC and complex legal frameworks.  

    With a diagnosis of Adenomyosis and Endometriosis in January 2024 through the latest technology and AI available to scan and analyse, she was set on her mission, leading her to the appointment to QENDO Board of Directors in February 2024.   She is on a mission to increase treatment (supported through the incredible resources available from QENDO) and advocate for research, education, change and quicker diagnosis times than 6-10 years through the latest technology.   She is driven and determined to achieve a change leveraging her business and legal expertise.

  • Nicole holds a double bachelor’s degree and specialises in property development management, predominantly in the commercial and residential sectors. Managing iconic buildings from end to end - acquisition, to design, to sales & marketing, and construction through to delivery - Nicole finds great satisfaction in placemaking and leaving a legacy behind that people can enjoy. 

    Naturally, Nicole operates strategically and takes risks with the greater good at the forefront of her mind. She is passionate about everything she does and remains very traditional having a strong foundational upbringing. 

    Nicole has been proudly part of the QENDO community since 2019. She values human connection and quality of life, and helps others find their gratitude and resilience through the learnings of her own experiences. She is a huge advocate for managing health via a holistic approach - largely based on faith and the power of the mind, complimented by modern medicine and appropriate diet and exercise habits.

  • Nicole brings diverse industry experience spanning health and human services, professional services, public sector, education and training, banking, resources, justice and corrective services. Nicole applies her passion for systems thinking, strategic partnership and integration - as well as her expertise in strategy and change management - to QENDO. 

    Nicole is committed to improving the experience of people with endometriosis and adenomyosis through health system reform including equity of access, greater choice and quality care. 

    Nicole holds a Bachelor of Behavioural Studies majoring in Youth and Society and Crime Corrections and Justice and Masters in Business Administration. She also holds an Associate ATCL Teaching (Speech and Drama) and a Cert IV in Assessment; and is Certified in Lean Six Sigma.