Michael Beres

Michael Beres is an experienced Chief Operating Officer currently at Annecto, focusing on connecting individuals and communities to foster an inclusive society. Previously, Michael served as interim Chief Executive Officer at South East Melbourne Primary Health Network, leading an $85 million budget and a 90-member team towards enhanced primary health care. Michael's roles have included General Manager Operations at Relationships Australia Victoria, where Michael managed a complex service portfolio and drove innovation, and Senior Strategy Manager at Uniting Vic.Tas, supporting strategic initiatives in aged care and social housing. With a background as Group Manager Disability and Aged Care at Wesley Mission Victoria, Michael has successfully overseen significant portfolios ensuring consumer-centered service provision. Michael's earlier experience includes Chief Operating Officer roles at OzChild and Good Shepherd, alongside commercial management roles at Deakin University and Mayne Pharma. Michael holds an MBA from Melbourne Business School and a Bachelor of Science from Monash University.