Our directors guide the co-op's strategic direction, support our paid staff, and ensure we stay true to our cooperative values.

Become a Active Member and volunteer a few hours a week as a director at Flame Tree Co-op.

It’s a great way to build leadership and governance skills, gain experience in non-profit and sustainable business, and be part of a passionate team working to strengthen local food systems.

Meet Our Team

  • Rod Logan

    Rod Logan is our Chairperson, Produce Expert and helps oversee our store maintenance. Rod brings incredible expertise to our co-op community, with extensive experience in organic farming and land management. He also works with Green Connect as the Market Garden Coordinator and is a Co-Convener at Woonona Community Garden.

    Rod’s product pick: Luxe Soy Linseed Sourdough

  • Sally Skyring

    Sally has been integral to Flame Tree Co-op, serving as Director-Secretary on our board for many years. Her professional background in state government, law, and governance has been invaluable to our co-op, with Sally as our resident expert in cooperative operations and compliance

    Sally’s product picks: Byron Bay Coffee Beans & Chocolate Almonds

  • Lesley Tanswell

    Lesley is our Director-Treasurer, and takes care of finance and supplier relationships while working closely with our store manager. Lesley is a retired Chartered Accountant and brings incredible financial expertise to Flame Tree Co-op, having previously supported the board as a volunteer bookkeeper before stepping up as Treasurer in July 2025. Here she is enjoying locally made food and wine at a farmers market in France!

    Lesley’s product picks: Rolled Oats and dried organic spices, especially Cardamom!

  • Ellen De Jong

    Ellen is our Director of Volunteers/Active Members & Workplace Health and Safety. A Thirroul local and long-term co-op member, Ellen brings extensive professional expertise to help our co-op continue building a safe, healthy, and thriving community environment for both our team and members.

    Ellen’s product picks: Tamari Almonds, and Dried Black Apricots

  • Mark Fetterplace

    Mark is our Director of Waste Management and Operations, bringing his background as a retired vet and small business expert to Flame Tree Co-op. A dedicated community member actively involved in multiple local organisations including bush regeneration in Coledale. Mark works closely with our Active Members who are committed to reducing the co-op's environmental footprint and keeping our operations running smoothly.

  • Recruiting - Director Partnerships & Fundrasing

    We're seeking a Director of Partnerships & Fundraising to join our board and help Flame Tree Co-op grow and thrive. This role involves building relationships with community partners, grant organisations, and supporters while developing fundraising strategies that align with our cooperative values. If you're passionate about community food systems and have experience in partnerships or fundraising, we'd love to hear from you.