The Soul of Altru

“Being of service is the rent you pay for your room here on earth”- Muhammad Ali

Our benevolent charity's mission is to innovate a positive movement of change. To raise awareness of the true statistics regarding underprivileged communities, youth, and homelessness. We identify and endorse effective prevention and solutions to bridge the gap in government funding. We endeavor to initiate projects that address these issues with the support of the philanthropic community.

The Gang

Jessie McLachlan
Co- Founder & CEO

As the CEO and Co-founder, Jessie oversees all organisational operations and serves as the head of innovation for our outreach festival. Her educational background includes a Bachelor of Biomedical Science and a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. Currently, she is a medical doctor student at Oceania Medical University. With over 10 years of experience leading this charity, along with 15 years of tutoring at-risk youth and volunteering with the homeless, bringing a wealth of relevant professional experience to her role. She's had the honor of speaking at the Youth UN Summit in New York on Humanity for the Next Generation and was named change maker in the arts by Global Citizen. Her passion for working with Altru stems from the belief in leaving the world better than we found it and ensuring equal access and opportunity for all.

Board of Directors

Chris Smith
Co-Founder

Chris Smith, as the co-founder of Altru, has dedicated many decades to giving back to the community with a hands-on approach to service. With a wealth of experience as the head of private events at Soho House for 12 years, Chris brings to the table a rich background in the hospitality industry. His expertise ranges from food and beverage to event management and hospitality management, solidified by a strong educational foundation as a graduate from East Carolina University. Chris's leadership and commitment to creating impactful community events are the driving forces behind Altru's success.

  • Jacqui Toumbas

    Partnerships & Marketing Coordinator for Altru. With a Bachelor in Health Science from Queensland University of Technology and a background as a trained Nutritionist, Jacqueline brings a unique perspective to her role. Her extensive experience in entrepreneurship, successful partnerships, and over a decade in the marketing and social media industry equip her with the skills to drive Altru's mission forward through strategic collaborations and effective communication.

  • Zubie Brown

    With a background in Fashion PR & Marketing and a Diploma in Tourism and Event Management, brings over a decade of experience in talent management, influencer marketing, and event management to Altru. Founding Moda Creative in 2011, which was later acquired by Gushcloud in 2019, showcases her pioneering spirit and expertise in influencer management. Her skill set includes talent management, stakeholder engagement, and event production. Zubie's passion for helping others reach their potential aligns perfectly with Altru's mission, making her an invaluable member of the team.

  • Katie Brock

    Accounting & Reporting Manager, holds a Bachelor of Commerce with a major in Accounting and CA ANZ's Graduate Diploma of Chartered Accounting (GradDipCA). Katie ensures Altru’s financial obligations and reporting are up to date. Altru uses Xero as its financial management system.