Chair
CAROLINE DARCY
Joined Committee: 2022
Caroline grew up in a Collingwood family and spent much of her childhood at Victoria Park and the MCG. Appointed Chair of the Women of the MCC (WoMCC) Committee in 2024, she is committed to developing programs that best serve female members of the Club.
Caroline has built an extensive career in sports marketing and brand leadership. She was Global Head of Sponsorship and Platforms at Standard Chartered Bank in Hong Kong, where she managed the Bank’s global partnership with Liverpool Football Club and oversaw sponsorship platforms in marathon, golf and strategic partnerships. She has also held senior marketing roles with UBS, the National Basketball League and the Australian Grand Prix Corporation.
Recognised for her expertise in brand strategy, communications and events, Caroline is passionate about using her experience to elevate the WoMCC’s profile and strengthen opportunities for women in sport.
Vice Chair
LUCY EASTOE
Joined Committee: 2022Lucy has been an MCC member since 2003 and, while a Hawthorn supporter, enjoys attending matches of all kinds at the MCG. A long-time member of the WoMCC special interest group, she values the friendships and connections built through the Club.
Professionally, Lucy began her career as a town planner before combining her interest in cities and the environment with the law. She now practices in the fields of environment and planning.
As Vice Chair, Lucy is focused on building on the work of the WoMCC and expanding opportunities for women members to connect and participate in the life of the Club.
Treasurer
Georgina White
Joined Committee: 2019Georgie has been an MCC member since 2006 and joined the WoMCC in 2019, later becoming Treasurer in 2022. A lifelong Essendon supporter, the MCG remains one of her favourite places.
A Chartered Accountant, Georgie is currently Group Finance Manager with M. Chapoutier Australia and has worked across a variety of industries, including a three-year stint in London that sparked her passion for travel. She has also undertaken voluntary treasury and finance roles for a range of not-for-profit organisations.
Beyond her professional life, Georgie co-founded a local netball club that has grown to more than 120 members, and she is an avid follower of many sports. She is committed to strengthening the presence and profile of the WoMCC and encouraging more women to connect through the MCC.
Secretary
Megan Shaw
Joined Committee: 2020Megan became an MCC member in 1994 and has long enjoyed attending cricket and football matches with family and friends, including the Boxing Day Test and Women in Cricket breakfast.
She holds degrees in Science and Business Administration, as well as a Diploma in Professional Writing and Editing. Megan works in regulatory and compliance of biotechnology and agriculture, where she has achieved milestones such as securing world-first regulatory approvals in biotechnology. She also serves on an industry advisory committee and has a strong commitment to recognising women in agriculture and science.
A former Royal Australian Naval Reserve officer, Megan reached the rank of Lieutenant and received the Prince of Wales Award. She is also a Mental Health First Aider and serves on a corporate advisory committee for inclusion and diversity.
Megan joined the WoMCC Committee to help foster connections among female members and to support events that celebrate women’s achievements across sport and society.
Jo Burch
Joined Committee: 2023Jo has been an MCC member since 2005 and treasures family memories at the MCG, particularly Essendon’s ANZAC Day matches.
A registered psychologist, Jo runs her own private practice specialising in eating disorders. She has also volunteered for more than 20 years with the Point Lonsdale Surf Life Saving Club, where she helped establish the Life Saving Victoria Female Leadership Network’s “Pink Patrol,” promoting women in leadership roles.
Through the WoMCC, Jo is committed to empowering women and encouraging participation in sport. She values the positive impact of volunteering on wellbeing and community, and in her spare time enjoys exercise, cooking and time with her husband and golden retrievers.
Kate Crosby
Joined Committee: 2022Kate has been an MCC member since 2000 and is a lifelong St Kilda supporter. Born and schooled in Melbourne, she also calls the Snowy Mountains home and enjoys skiing when she can.
Kate has worked throughout her career in the finance industry, across distribution, operations, consulting and customer service. She holds a Bachelor of Business and a Master of Business Administration.
An active member of the WoMCC, Kate values opportunities to combine her passions for sport, fundraising and community connection. Away from the MCC, she is also a dedicated horseracing enthusiast.
Mimi Gibson
Joined Committee: 2025Mimi grew up attending matches at the MCG with her father and has supported Essendon for more than 50 years. Living close to the ground, she has rarely missed a game since childhood, and her love of AFL has shaped her personal and professional life.
Mimi is a communications strategist with over eight years of experience in PR, innovation, social media and talent engagement. She has worked on high-impact campaigns with leading Melbourne agencies, combining creativity with digital and influencer strategy.
A proud MCC member for more than 15 years, Mimi brings her energy and innovative thinking to the WoMCC, where she is passionate about engaging new audiences and showcasing the important role of women in sport.
RACHAEL MITTAL
Joined Committee: 2023Rachael has been an MCC member since 2006 and is a proud St Kilda supporter. She values the sense of community that the WoMCC special interest group provides, as well as opportunities to connect with like-minded people.
Rachael is a teacher and policy advocate with experience working in Hong Kong, New York, India and South Africa. She has managed global award programs, music festivals and large-scale events with international talent.
As a member of the Committee, Rachael looks forward to contributing her events and advocacy expertise to ensure WoMCC continues to deliver engaging and successful programs. Outside of work, she enjoys live music, good food and the occasional meat pie at the footy.
Wendy Moore
Joined Committee: 2022Wendy has been an MCC member since 1999 and is an active participant in Club life. In addition to the WoMCC Committee, she serves on the MCC Cricket Committee, volunteers at the Australian Sports Museum, and is a member of the Long Room Wine and Food Society.
Her professional career has been in human resources with global and ASX-listed companies, where she has led governance, change management and communication projects across industries such as food and beverage, mining and finance.
A lifelong Carlton supporter, Wendy is passionate about fostering female participation in sport and values the friendships and networks the MCC has provided.
Lisa Owens
Joined Committee: 2022Lisa has been connected to the MCG since childhood, attending matches with her father in the 1970s and becoming an MCC member herself in 2013. She discovered the WoMCC through a Women in Wine event and has been actively involved since.
An engineer by training, Lisa was one of just eight female graduates in her class at Melbourne University. She later earned a Master of Business and Technology and has held senior management roles in corporate strategy, project delivery and sustainability. She also served as General Manager of an international decarbonisation consultancy involved in major projects at the MCG.
Lisa is President of the Society of Chemical Industry (Australian branch) and Strategic Partnerships Manager for Pint of Science, a volunteer science festival. She brings her organisational and mentoring skills to the WoMCC, with a strong passion for helping women achieve their goals.
Alicia Robson
Joined Committee: 2024A proud fourth-generation Carlton supporter, Alicia has been an MCC member since 1998 and has enjoyed many special moments at the MCG with family and friends. A highlight was experiencing the MCC’s reciprocal rights at Lord’s during an Ashes Test, when female membership there was not yet possible.
Alicia is an experienced lawyer who has worked across the public and private sectors, including in advisory roles within government. She has also volunteered with several community organisations and has a strong commitment to sharing her skills to benefit others.
Joining the WoMCC Committee in 2024, Alicia is dedicated to promoting women’s participation in sport and celebrating their achievements within the MCC community.
Caroline Ruddick
Joined Committee: 2023Caroline grew up in Canberra as a Collingwood supporter and vividly recalls the magic of her first games at the MCG after moving to Melbourne. She has since become a passionate member of the MCC community, finally gaining membership in 2016 after many years on the waitlist.
With more than 25 years’ experience in general management, marketing, digital transformation and communications, Caroline has held senior roles across industries including FMCG, technology, finance, energy and professional services. She also holds a Master of Commerce, a Bachelor of Commerce and is a Graduate Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
Caroline joined the WoMCC Committee to help expand its reach and accessibility, and to raise the profile of women in sport. She is particularly interested in supporting young girls and women to have greater access to sporting opportunities.
Tatum de Silva
Joined Committee: 2025Tatum became an MCC member in 2004 and is a passionate Carlton supporter. She loves attending AFL and cricket matches at the MCG and has twice completed the Nike Melbourne Half Marathon, finishing inside the stadium.
Professionally, Tatum has more than a decade of experience in sports and fitness marketing across Australia and New Zealand. She holds a Masters in International Business and a double degree in Business and Commerce/Communication, with additional studies in Malaysia.
Tatum joined the WoMCC to advocate for greater visibility of women in the sports industry and to help build strong connections among like-minded women in the MCC community.