Tara Beath

Background

About Tara Beath

As a leader in the not-for-profit space, my value lies in building united, high-performing teams that work with purpose and strategic clarity. My leadership style blends people, purpose, and performance—driving collaboration within and across divisions to achieve meaningful impact. At Canteen Australia, I lead partnerships and philanthropy with a strategic vision that uplifts young Australians affected by cancer. I focus on developing transformative corporate collaborations and donor engagement strategies that align with our brand ethos and long-term goals. Previously, as Director of Marketing & Fundraising at Variety - the Children's Charity NSW/ACT, I led the development of a integrated fundraising strategy to drive a forecasted 30% revenue growth. My leadership in fundraising strategy and stakeholder engagement enhanced brand visibility and created sustainable income streams. With expertise spanning fundraising leadership and strategy, marketing, PR/media, thought leadership, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement, I understand what it takes to generate and sustain income through shifting landscapes. My experience also extends to grants management—both securing and distributing funding to maximise impact. CEO-level experience has strengthened my expertise in not-for-profit strategy, governance, risk, and financial oversight. I am primed for a leadership role in a community-oriented organisation, where I can drive impact through a clear vision, strong partnerships, and a high-performing team. Let’s connect—I’m always keen to share ideas and explore new opportunities to create lasting impact.