Jane Barnes joined Wintringham in 2019 and took up the role of Chief of Staff in January 2020. In July 2025, Jane was appointed Wintringham's CEO.

Jane has over 30 years of leadership experience across aged care, homelessness, disability, and mental health services. Renowned for her strategic vision and compassionate approach, Jane has been instrumental in driving major reforms that emphasise dignity, inclusion, and quality of life for people with experiences of homelessness. Her deep sector knowledge and collaborative leadership have made her a respected advocate for continuous improvement and person-centred care.

Jane is dedicated to building systems that uphold the rights and wellbeing of vulnerable communities, believing that true quality in service provision begins with genuinely listening to the voices of older people and championing inclusive, person-centred models grounded in human rights and social justice.

Michael is Wintringham’s Deputy Chief Executive Officer, having joined the organisation as Chief Financial Officer in 2008. A chartered accountant and qualified estate agent, prior to joining Wintringham he accumulated 20 years financial and commercial experience in the corporate sector, including a seven year period working in senior finance roles in the United Kingdom and European Union.

Working at Wintringham has confirmed for Michael a deep appreciation that the most vulnerable in our community have a right to access housing and related support, tailored to the meet the needs of each individual. Michael passionately works to achieve this outcome through his leadership role at Wintringham and as a Board member of Community Housing Industry Association Victoria, and past Director of Council to Homeless Persons.

With a passion for social justice and quality service delivery, Phill is focused on improving health outcomes for everyone, particularly those who are vulnerable. His interests and expertise are in Aged Care Clinical Governance; Care and support options for ageing prisoners; and Behaviour support and management for behavioural and psychological systems of dementia (particularly ARBI).

Phill is a Registered Nurse who trained and worked at the Royal Children’s Hospital for many years in various roles. He has completed his masters of business. He joined Wintringham in 2006 and was supported by Wintringham to complete the Williamson Community Leadership Program in 2009.

Phill also completed a Wintringham-supported travelling scholarship for Best Practice Options of Care for Older Prisoners in 2012.

Andrea commenced at Wintringham in 2018 and held various roles in the Finance team before being appointed Chief Financial Officer in November 2023. A finance professional with over 30 years of accounting experience in Australia and internationally, Andrea has worked across various industries including construction, property management and advertising and held a leadership role at a disability service provider before joining Wintringham. Andrea holds a Bachelor of Commerce and is a member of CPA Australia.

Andrea is passionate about being part of an executive team that highly values all staff at Wintringham, and is committed to supporting them to provide the best quality care and support to our clients. 

Kate joined Wintringham in 2001 after working in one of Melbourne’s largest crisis accommodation services for homeless adults. Since being at Wintringham, Kate has been privileged to manage programs including outreach, housing, home care, residential aged care, NDIS and quality projects.

Kate joined the Executive in 2022 as General Manager - Home Support to ensure the growth and development of this critical Wintringham community program.

Kate has a Bachelor of Arts, a Bachelor of Social Work and a Master of Social Work. Her passion for social justice for both clients and staff is paramount to her practice. She has a determination to ensure that all older Australians experiencing homelessness are afforded the best quality housing and support services. Advocacy is also a key focus in Kate’s day-to-day work.

Kate has presented with Bryan Lipmann at the Royal Commission into Aged Care and the Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability, both significant career highlights. Her international study tour was completed in 2021.  

Stephen Schmidtke joined Wintringham in early 2024.

Stephen started working in the homelessness sector in the early 1990s within one of Melbourne's large homelessness night shelters in the CBD.  Over the past twenty years, he has acquired extensive experience in senior management positions in the homelessness, aged care, and health sectors.

Stephen's unwavering dedication to social justice is a source of inspiration. He is committed to breaking the cycle of chronic homelessness through innovative housing-first solutions that prioritize individual care, providing purpose-built accommodation and the necessary support. 

Stephen holds a Bachelor of Human Services from Monash University and a Master of Clinical Family Therapy from La Trobe University, The Bouverie Centre. In addition to holding paid positions, Stephen has held several voluntary board positions and participated in national and regional networks. Currently holding the position of Board Director at the Council to Homeless Persons, appointed to the Interdisciplinary Advisory Group (ICAG) (Mental Health Reforms), and a member of the Victorian Housing Register Senior Leadership Group.