Mandy Hutchinson is an experienced community health executive with a proven record of ethical, collaborative leadership across both community health and local government sectors. Currently serving as Chief Executive Officer of Bendigo Community Health Services (BCHS), Mandy leads a multidisciplinary team of over 280 staff and holds oversight of a $35 million budget. She reports directly to a Board of Directors and is responsible for strategic direction, operational excellence and advancing the organisation’s commitment to health equity and social justice.
In addition to her role at BCHS, Mandy contributes her expertise through several strategic leadership roles, including Independent Chair, Central Victorian Netball Association (2024 – present); Director, YouThrive (The Rural Foundation) (2022 – present); and, Committee Member, Loddon Mallee Regional Development Australia (2022 – present).
Mandy remains deeply committed to creating healthier, fairer communities and supporting regional & rural organisations to lead transformative, place-based change.