ANNOUNCEMENT: Introducing Cram's New CEO
After an extensive external recruitment campaign, The Cram Foundation (Cram) is pleased to announce the appointment of Alisha Musker as its new Chief Executive Officer. Alisha, who has a diverse background across both corporate and not for profit sectors, will be taking over leadership from Karen Burdett, who will be stepping down to pursue a new opportunity as CEO of Greenacres Disability Services in December.
Alisha has been an integral part of Cram, serving as the Executive Manager of People and Culture for the past five years. During her tenure, she has led key initiatives to strengthen organisational culture and deliver person-centred care. Her broad experience across different industries has enriched her leadership, and the Board is confident she will continue to drive Cram’s mission forward.
Outgoing CEO Karen Burdett shared, “I have been honoured to lead Cram over the last six and a half years, working with an extraordinary team of staff, Participants, and their families. I’m excited to hand the baton to my colleague Alisha, knowing she will continue to build on our successes and take Cram into its next chapter.”
Linda Wright, Cram Chairperson, added, “Alisha was selected for this role after an extensive external recruitment process, which attracted a range of highly qualified candidates. Her deep understanding of Cram’s values and her strong leadership qualities made her the clear choice to lead the organisation forward. We are excited about the future with Alisha at the helm, and we are confident she will bring fresh energy, innovation, and continuity to Cram’s mission.”
As the new CEO, Alisha Musker will officially begin her role on Friday, 29th November. Reflecting on her new appointment, Alisha said, “I am truly honoured to step into this role and continue the important work we do at Cram. Having worked alongside such a dedicated and passionate team, I’m excited to build on the incredible legacy left by Karen and lead Cram into its next phase. Together, we will continue to empower our Participants and make a lasting impact in the community.”
Under Karen’s leadership, Cram has made great strides in providing quality care and support for people with disabilities. The organisation has experienced significant growth, nearly doubling in size, and strengthened our community collaboration through innovative homes for our Participants.
Cram remains steadfast in its dedication to providing the highest standard of support for all Participants. We look forward to the future under Alisha's leadership and are confident that the organisation will continue to grow and thrive.
