Lara Allison

Lara Allison is a Senior Project Manager at Smiling Mind since June 2020, overseeing various grant-funded and internal projects, including the Healthy Habits project funded by the nib Foundation, which focuses on promoting mentally healthy habits for adults. Prior experience includes serving as PMO Manager/Portfolio Lead at National Australia Bank, managing a Business & Private Bank Delivery Portfolio valued at approximately $50-100 million annually, and holding roles at UniSuper, where responsibilities involved leading a PMO team and implementing project management methodologies. Lara also has experience as a Project Officer/Consultant at LogicalTech and operated a book-keeping and admin services business while contributing to various volunteer initiatives. Educational qualifications include a Diploma of Management from Victoria University, a Diploma of Project Management from Swinburne University, and a Bachelor of Arts in Community Development from Victoria University, among others.