Our Board

Michaella Rogers – Director

Michaella Rogers brings more than 40 years of corporate experience to The Lasagne Community (TLC) Board, including experience as a CEO and business owner. Throughout her career, she has developed extensive expertise in business leadership, strategic growth, operational excellence and commercial strategy.
Michaella is passionate about building organisations, creating meaningful partnerships and turning strategic opportunities into sustainable outcomes. She joins the TLC Board with a particular focus on driving funding, developing corporate partnerships and supporting the growth and long-term sustainability of the new Australian entity.
Her passion for TLC comes from a genuine belief that the simplest acts of kindness can make the greatest difference. The idea that a home-cooked meal can provide more than nourishment – offering comfort, connection and a reminder that someone cares – resonates deeply with her. She is particularly inspired by the organisation’s ability to bring communities together, support people through challenging times and deliver kindness with dignity.
Michaella is excited to contribute her business experience, energy and passion to helping TLC grow its reach and impact across Australia, spreading kindness one lasagne at a time.

Andrea Ruff – Director 

Andrea Ruff is a Board Member at The Lasagne Community (TLC), bringing 20 years of Victorian public service experience to her commitment to fostering strong, supportive local networks. Andrea channels two decades of expertise across public sector finance, procurement, policy, and administration into strong, governance-backed initiatives.
Her dedication to this work is driven by a deep personal belief in the power of practical, community-led care. Having experienced how simple, timely gestures of support can ease a family’s burdens during challenging times, she is passionate about ensuring those same acts of kindness are accessible to others facing hardship.
On the board, Andrea uses her extensive operational and administrative background to ensure the organisation’s mission is sustained with care, equity, and strategic excellence.

Michelle Pavey – Secretary of the Board, Director

Michelle Pavey is an experienced business leader, educator, and community advocate with more than 20 years of experience in leadership, training, strategic development, and stakeholder engagement. Throughout her career, she has held senior management and executive roles across education, workforce development, and not-for-profit sectors, leading large teams, driving organisational growth, and building strong partnerships that create lasting community impact.

As a Board Member of The Lasagne Community (TLC), Michelle brings a passion for connecting people through kindness, dignity, and practical support. She believes that small acts of generosity can have a profound impact on individuals and families facing challenging times. Her commitment to community wellbeing, combined with her extensive experience in governance, strategy, and organisational leadership, helps guide TLC’s mission of bringing comfort, care, and human connection to those who need it most.

Michelle is widely recognised for her collaborative leadership style, her ability to build meaningful relationships across diverse groups, and her dedication to creating opportunities that strengthen communities. Through her work with TLC, she is helping foster a culture where neighbours support neighbours and no one feels alone during life’s difficult moments.