SU Australia Executive

Alison is the Group CEO of SU Australia. An experienced marketing and project management professional with a background working in senior management positions with World Vision and NAB. She brings broad experience in the areas of business management, customer journeys, strategy, marketing, IT, CRM, project management, portfolio management, risk and financials.

Alison has a long connection with Scripture Union starting as a camper, mission team member, and has served as chair for both the SU Victoria board, and most recently the SU Australia board.

Luke Van Luik is the Group Director of SU Australia’s Shared Services. Originally hailing from South Africa, Luke has been working in the financial management space for over 16 years and has a real passion for working with people-focused organisations. Over his career, Luke has spent a number of years working in management positions across the United Kindgom, and he brings a logical and fresh perspective to the leadership team at SU Australia.

Ian Cumming is the Group Director of SU Australia’s Operations Team. Ian has been involved with SU ministries for over a decade and has a real passion to see both young people and youth workers thriving and living a full life. Ian pairs wisdom with a deep commitment to SU ministries and he isn’t afraid to forge new paths to grow mission in our ever-changing society. His loyal and organised nature brings great depth to SU Australia’s leadership team.

Dave Parker is the Group Director of SU Australia’s Engagement team. He has been involved with SU since high school, where ISCF groups and camps were a key part of his faith journey. Over his career Dave has held significant roles in systems, service, business and marketing for EMI and Universal Music — and has managed many Christian musicians, including Colin Buchanan. Dave has a heart to see missions happen across Australia; his thoughtful insights and vast experience are a great asset to the leadership team.

Robert Miller is the Group Manager of SU Australia’s People Services team. Nurtured as a child by the loving children’s ministry of his local church, Robert has a heart for seeing children and young people come to know Christ during their formative years. Throughout his career, Robert has held senior roles across a number of industries including banking, workers compensation, and the arts sector. Robert brings to SU Australia’s leadership team a wealth of experience and expertise in the areas of human resources strategy, organisational change.