Our Team

Richard Milroy

Founder & Executive Director

Richard is a Co-Founder and Executive Director of Private Wealth Network, and also founded several other specialist events and publishing companies in the areas of wealth management and sustainability. Starting his career at the International Herald Tribune in Paris, he then moved into specialist trade publishing and investment conferences based in London and now Sydney.Richard’s vision is to form knowledge networks where people connect face-to-face at events, then continue their relationships through online platforms. His focus is to assist members to share and gain new knowledge and understanding, and hopefully to inspire them too.

Richard holds a BA (Hons) in European Political Science with Modern Languages, from Newcastle upon Tyne University, UK.

Alan Duncan 

Founder & Executive Director

Alan is a Co-Founder and Executive Director of Private Wealth Network, having previously founded and run an events and media business catering to high-end corporate and private clients.He spent some years working for The Economist Group in Japan, Europe, the Middle East and Africa facilitating government and industry dialogues. Alan provided commentary on economic and business matters as well as running conference, research and corporate membership businesses.He holds an Executive MBA from the Philadelphia based Temple University (Tokyo Campus) and a Bachelor of Arts from Newcastle University, Australia. Alan is Chair of Impact100 Sydney, a community-based collective giving program.

Jan Loubal

Head of Marketing, Communications and Events

Jan leads the development and execution of comprehensive engagement strategies that enhance brand presence and foster meaningful engagement across Australia and New Zealand. He oversees a diverse range of initiatives, including event management, internal and external communications, and marketing campaigns, ensuring they align with the organisation’s broader objectives.

With experience at renowned firms such as Boston Consulting Group and McKinsey & Company, Jan brings extensive expertise in managing cross-functional teams and delivering complex events, communication and marketing projects that make a significant impact at Private Wealth Network.

Rory McDonnell

Head of Partnerships

Rory has over two decades of experience in the publishing and advertising industry. Starting his career as a sales executive at IPC Media (AOL Time Warner) in London.

Rory rose through the ranks by demonstrating skills in market analysis, client relations, and strategic planning. His ability to understand the evolving landscape of publishing—ranging from print to digital transformation—has been instrumental in developing innovative solutions and business models that meet the needs of a diverse client base. Since arriving in Australia over 12 years ago he has worked with one of Australia leading private publishers (Private Media) generating revenue via native content, digital campaigns and business events. Throughout his career, Rory has successfully negotiated high-value contracts, led cross-functional teams, and implemented key initiatives that have significantly contributed to the growth and profitability of the organisations he has been part of.

Monique Meinrath

Head of Membership, People, Culture and Operations

Monique is Head of Membership Experience, People, Culture & Operations at Private Wealth Network, where she leads with clarity, connection, and commercial acumen. With over 15 years’ experience in high-value membership organisations, Monique is known for building trusted relationships with influential leaders — from globally listed CEOs to government ministers and HNW individuals — while driving operational excellence behind the scenes. Her strength lies in bringing structure to complexity, aligning people and processes to deliver exceptional member experiences, and navigating diverse stakeholder needs without losing sight of strategic outcomes. With a degree in Management majoring in Marketing and minoring in Spanish from Bond University, Monique combines people-first leadership with a strong business mindset — and always keeps the big picture in focus.

Lyn Hawkins

Membership Director – Western Australia and South Australia

Lyn has expertise in strategy, marketing and business development with a career that spans over 25 years. She is experienced as a trusted adviser and coach to start-ups, family businesses, private entities and works with leaders in professional services, technology, medical and engineering sectors. Lyn has held board Directorships and senior executive roles at KPMG, Telstra, HHG Legal and HLB Mann Judd.

Lyn has a Bachelor of Commerce (UWA) with double Majors in Strategic management and Marketing.  She has also lectured in consumer behaviour and strategic marketing. Lyn is a certified Business and Personal Coach, Founder of membership body,“Business Women Australia”, a founding member of The University Club (UWA) as well a Career Mentor for students at UWA.

Dorothy Huang

Membership Director – New South Wales

Dorothy has experience working as a financial adviser in Singapore for 5 years. Dorothy was born in Singapore and raised in Perth.
Dorothy’s studies were originally in nursing and fashion design which led her to work in a variety of different industries.
During her time as a financial advisor in Singapore, no matter where she travelled her passion was always to connect and communicate with people from all walks of life. 

Lisa Rothfield-Kirschner

Membership Director – Victoria

Lisa is passionate about supporting family offices, business families and founders through impactful education and meaningful experiences. She is dedicated to building community and fostering strong relationships across Victoria.

Lisa’s professional background spans account management, sales, partnerships, marketing, and philanthropy, including her work with the Jewish National Fund (JNF). She is committed to delivering value and excellence to PWN and its stakeholders. A finalist in the Australian Women in Security Awards, Lisa is also the author of the Amazon best-selling children’s book, How We Got Cyber Smart, which helps parents, caregivers, and educators start important conversations about online safety for primary school-aged children. She has partnered with the Department of Education to provide content for the Cybermarvel program and collaborates with Cool.org to further promote online safety education. Lisa regularly contributes to Women in Security magazine and was nominated for the Unsung Hero Award at the Australian Women in Security Awards.

Raised across Fiji, Southern Africa, Israel, and Australia, Lisa brings a unique cross-cultural perspective and a genuine passion for connecting with people from all walks of life. This dedication to building rapport and meeting the needs of others has underpinned her success across the technology sector, not-for-profit organisations, and the boutique alcohol industry. Lisa holds a Bachelor of Business, majoring in Hospitality Management.

Xanthe Baker

Membership Manager – New South Wales

Xanthe is passionate about travel and connecting with people, bringing a wealth of experience in event planning and communications. Having recently spent two years living in London to travel and explore different cultures, she brings a global perspective and a fresh approach to engagement and community-building.

Xanthe enjoys creating memorable events that bring people together, ensuring every interaction and event is engaging and rewarding.

Xanthe holds a Bachelor of Tourism Management from Western Sydney University.

Tayla Biddle

Membership Manager – Queensland and New Zealand

Tayla brings a blend of creativity, organisation, and professionalism to her role at PWN. She holds a background in Design from the University of Technology in Sydney, which has sharpened her attention to detail and project management skills.

Before stepping into her current role, Tayla’s journey began in the heart of a small coastal town, running her family’s long-standing café, where she built meaningful connections with loyal customers through personal interactions and a welcoming smile. She expanded the business to offer event management and catering services, successfully growing it into a thriving venture that catered to both intimate gatherings and large celebrations. Through this, she honed her ability to deliver high-quality service and attention to detail, ensuring every event was thoughtfully planned and executed.

Tayla is passionate about providing exceptional service and enjoys connecting with new people, always striving to help others and make their experience a positive one.

Melissa Humphries

Membership Manager – Western Australia and South Australia

Melissa is the Membership Director for PWN in Western Australia and South Australia. With a background in high-end event management and business administration, she is passionate about creating meaningful member experiences and building strong relationships.

Originally from country WA, Melissa holds a Bachelor of Business Management from Swinburne University and brings a calm, proactive, and people-focused approach to everything she does.

Gee Lee

Membership Manager – Western Australia and South Australia

Gee has extensive membership organisation experience. This includes working for a non-for-profit member association that supports professional athletes with their off-field career and development including sponsorship, media, marketing and player welfare. She was involved in the introduction of the The Rugby Union Players’ Association (RUPA) Foundation and social responsibility program as well as organising various charity events. Gee is also a Volunteer Lifeguard and Nippers Age Manager.

Allison Crowe

Membership Coordinator – Victoria

Allison is a dedicated events professional with a diverse background that includes hospitality, farming and community services.

With over five years of experience working primarily at 5-star hotels in Cairns, including her role as Wedding & Events Coordinator and Food & Beverage Manager, Hilton Hotels. Allison has a proven track record of delivering exceptional client experiences.

She holds a Diploma in Event Management from William Angliss Institute in Melbourne as well as a Diploma in Library and Information Services from Box Hill TAFE.

Sita Bala

Brand Communications Manager

Sita has held a number of senior communications positions, including many years as Press Officer at Chatham House in London working on events, conferences and media calls with visiting Prime Ministers, Presidents and international dignitaries. Sita was also Head of Corporate Communications & Media Relations at the Sydney Opera House for five years. Along with being spokesperson, she delivered communications campaigns for major events including, Millennium New Year and Sydney 2000 Olympics, opening of The Studio venue and re-engagement of architect Jorn Utzon to work on design principles for the building. Sita has also been a Publishing Editor for the Commonwealth Secretariat. Sita has worked on brand and communications campaigns for many organisations and events under Sita Bala Communications.

She holds a BA Hons. in Political Science & Film Studies from Newcastle upon Tyne University, UK and a Graduate Diploma in Journalism from City, London University.

Sandra Duncan

International Insight Tours Manager

Sandra’s career spans a variety of industries including luxury brands, tertiary education, travel and stint at the United Nations prior to joining PWN as a founding team member. Having lived on 5 continents her experience covers team leadership, marketing, brand management, finance, accounting, IT and HR. Sandra has been applying her love for travel and logistics with attention to detail to deliver amazing PWN Insight Tours, since their introduction in 2016, alongside her role as Finance & HR Manager.

Sandra holds a degree in Economics from Temple University, Japan.

Luke Vanem

Director of Event Programming and Production

Luke is an experienced Event Producer, working for membership bodies, corporates and associations which have hadnational and global reach. He has designed and delivered ambitious events which have brought together industry experts, thought leaders, influencers, sponsors and diplomats. Luke spent several years with CPA Australia and Securities Institute, gaining knowledge across the spectrum of wealth, finance and investing topics. Since then he has honed his events and communications skills across a variety of projects with Austrade, The Institute of Internal Auditors and various events companies.

Scott Singh

Marketing & Communications Specialist

Scott is responsible for the planning and delivery of communications strategies that support member engagement and elevate Private Wealth Network's brand. His work spans digital marketing, content development, website management, and event communications—ensuring each initiative aligns with the organisation’s broader goals.

With over eight years of experience in both the private and not-for-profit sectors, Scott brings technical expertise across email marketing platforms, content accessibility, web design, and analytics. He plays a key role in crafting clear, effective communications that resonate with PWN’s diverse audience and enhance the member experience.

Talar Mazmanian

Marketing & Events Coordinator

Talar contributes to the planning and delivery of marketing and event initiatives at Private Wealth Network. She creates engaging content and designs, and supports the seamless delivery of events that bring members together and encourage meaningful connections.

With a background in architectural design and experience across marketing and events, Talar combines creativity with a keen eye for detail. She enjoys working on projects that enhance the member experience and contribute to the organisation’s goals.