Afford Executive and Leadership Team

Krish Pandey, the Chief Executive Officer at Afford, directs the organization's overarching strategy and vision, ensuring alignment with its mission to provide customized disability support and employment services. Pandey guides Afford's commitment to a rights-based approach, prioritizing individual needs and decisions in all service delivery across New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, and South Australia. This leadership role involves fostering strong relationships with stakeholders, including government bodies and community partners, to enhance the foundation's reach and impact. Krish Pandey oversees the strategic development of new programs and services designed to improve life skills and community integration for individuals living with disabilities. The Chief Executive Officer's focus remains on sustainable growth and maintaining Afford's position as a leading NDIS provider with over 70 years of experience.

Mitchell Eggers, the Chief Operating Officer at Afford, executes the operational strategies that deliver customized disability support, community connection, and employment services. Eggers manages the day-to-day operations across New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, and South Australia, ensuring efficient and effective service delivery for Supported Independent Living, Short Term Accommodation, and Support Coordination. This role involves optimizing resource allocation and operational workflows to meet the diverse needs of individuals living with disabilities. Mitchell Eggers drives initiatives to enhance service quality and expand the foundation's operational footprint, directly supporting Afford's goal of fostering community integration and skill development. The Chief Operating Officer ensures compliance with NDIS standards and maintains the high level of service expected from one of Australia’s most experienced providers.

Alvaro Perez, the President at Afford, provides high-level governance and strategic oversight, ensuring the organization upholds its mission of providing customized disability support and employment services. Perez guides the board's direction, focusing on the long-term sustainability and ethical delivery of services across New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, and South Australia. This executive function involves championing Afford's rights-based approach, ensuring that the needs and decisions of individuals living with disabilities remain paramount. Alvaro Perez fosters key relationships with government agencies and community stakeholders, advocating for policies that support disability inclusion and community integration. The President's leadership ensures Afford continues its legacy of over 70 years as a leading NDIS provider, dedicated to enhancing life skills and fostering independence.

Nayana Hettiarachchi, the Chief Technology Officer at Afford, architects the technological infrastructure and digital strategy to support customized disability support and employment services. Hettiarachchi oversees the integration of innovative technologies that enhance service delivery, improve user experience for individuals with disabilities, and streamline operational efficiency across New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, and South Australia. This leadership position involves managing the development and implementation of digital solutions that align with Afford's mission of community connection and skill enhancement. Nayana Hettiarachchi ensures the security and scalability of all technology platforms, supporting Afford's commitment to a rights-based approach by leveraging technology to empower individual decision-making. The Chief Technology Officer drives digital transformation initiatives to maintain Afford's competitive edge as an experienced NDIS provider.