Who we are
Systems don’t change themselves—people change them. Todaybreak’s team of innovators, advocates, problem-solvers and partners are driven to shape a better world.
Our Board, Advisory Panel, and Steering Committees bring together bold leadership, frontline expertise, and a deep commitment to action. With their mix of sharp thinking, hands-on experience, and an unshakable belief that thoughtful technology can transform outcomes for vulnerable people, we’re redefining what’s possible and proving that change doesn’t wait—and neither do we.
Our executive team and board
The Board of Directors and Executive Team at Todaybreak bring together a mix of leadership, expertise, and passion to steer the organisation’s mission forward. With a shared commitment to addressing social inequities, they collaborate to set strategic direction, ensure accountability, and drive impactful change. Their collective vision and dedication help Todaybreak stay responsive to the needs of the communities we serve, while continuously fostering growth and innovation.
Kirstin Butcher, Co-CEO and Executive Director
Kirstin is our Founder and Co-CEO, with over 20 years of experience founding and growing businesses across Australia, Hong Kong, Indonesia, and Canada. In 2017 she founded Genvis, our key technology partner, whose platforms power our programs.
Driven by her commitment to technology for good, Kirstin established Todaybreak to ensure nonprofits and the communities they serve aren't left behind as technology continues to evolve.
In 2018, Kirstin conceived and led the first Safe with Milli pilot, which has since become our flagship program. The initiative is reshaping how services respond to and support people experiencing domestic, family, and sexual violence and human trafficking.
Kirstin was named a WA Business News 40-under-40 winner and was a WA Finalist for Australian of the Year.
Brad Birt, Co-CEO and Executive Director
Brad is the Co-CEO of Todaybreak, with extensive experience leading technology projects, partnerships, and product strategy across sectors such as healthcare, higher education, and public safety in both Australia and Canada. He has founded and managed technology startups, advised governments on business cases, organizational change initiatives, and the acquisition and deployment of strategic technologies.
Brad's leadership includes serving as Director of the Metro Vancouver Transit Police in British Columbia, Canada, appointed by the Provincial Minister. With deep expertise in strategy, innovation, and technology, Brad has been at the forefront of delivering public value through technology.
He holds a BA in English (Hons), an MBA, and the PMP, AFHEA, and GAICD designations. Brad regularly presents on topics related to innovation and strategy, sharing his insights on shaping the future of public services.
Linda Adnyana, Non-Executive Director
Linda brings over 25 years of senior leadership experience across higher education and the WA health sector, with deep expertise in strategy, community engagement, and organisational change. She currently serves as Director of Student Life and Community at Curtin University, where she leads a team of over 180 staff and oversees programs spanning student wellbeing, mental health, regional engagement, and employability.
Linda is the founder of WATTLE (Women ATTaining LEadership in Australian Higher Education), a national grassroots leadership program, and has served on the State Minister for Education’s Rural and Remote Education Advisory Council since 2021. Her earlier career in WA Health included supporting three Directors General through a landmark period of health reform, and leading governance and delivery across a $5 billion major health infrastructure program.
With a strong record of building partnerships across government, community, and the university sector, including extensive work in regional and remote Western Australia, Linda brings a practical, people-centred lens to complex challenges. She holds a Graduate Diploma in Applied Corporate Governance, a Bachelor of Commerce from Curtin University, and the GAICD designation.
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