Vanessa BevanBComm, CPA, CA

Vanessa is a highly accomplished Chief Financial Officer who brings strategic financial leadership to Ability Housing’s executive and governance teams. With a career spanning a wide range of industries and business models — including founding and scaling start-up ventures — she offers deep expertise in financial management, commercial operations, and business sustainability.

As a foundational member of Ability Housing, Vanessa has played a pivotal role in the organisation’s growth, developing and embedding robust financial systems tailored to the evolving needs of the business. Her meticulous approach, strategic insight, and empathetic leadership style ensure that financial decisions are both sound and aligned with the organisation’s mission.

Vanessa’s commitment to clarity, accountability, and practical outcomes continues to underpin Ability Housing’s financial resilience and long-term success