A recognised leader, Maree brings extensive experience and expertise to the health, mental health and aged care sectors. Her career accomplishments include leading the former federation of Alzheimer’s Australia to unify and become Dementia Australia. Maree’s vision led to the development of internationally recognised, cutting edge, dementia education tools using computer games, virtual reality, artificial intelligence and innovative apps. Maree is a member of Commonwealth health and aged care sector committees, sector Boards, Chair of the Aged Care Quality and Safety Advisory Council. She is also a member of the Alzheimer’s Disease International Asia Pacific Regional Committee and Chair of the Alzheimer’s Disease International Nominations Committee. On 14 June 2021, Maree was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia in the Queen’s Birthday Honours for significant service to people living with Alzheimer’s and Dementia and to the aged care sector, and included in the COVID-19 Honour Roll for contribution in support of Australia’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.