CHAIR
Jenny commenced her career in Finance in 1995 as a Fixed Income Specialist at CBA and has worked at ABN AMRO and UBS Wealth. She was a founding Partner at Crestone Wealth Management and moved back to Morgans as a Senior Investment Adviser in 2021 to deliver tailored portfolios and access unique pre and IPO opportunities for her clients. Jenny is also a Board of Director for United Way Australia and Member of Catholic Archdiocese of Sydney Investment Committee.

A passionate member of Sydney FC since 2013, Jenny joined the Foundation Board in 2021 and her favourite players are Jada and Luke Brattan because both are outstanding role models.

FOUNDATION DIRECTOR

Born in St Petersburg Russia, Alina moved to Sydney in 1999 to complete her Bachelor of Commerce Degree at the University of Sydney. As a graduate, she worked with PricewaterhouseCoopers in both the Sydney and Moscow offices before founding contemporary fine jewellery brand ALINKA in 2014. Alina is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants Australia (CA), Board member of the Australian Ballet Foundation, Australian Ballet Young Ambassador Board member and a long-standing Sydney Children’s Hospital Foundation Gold Dinner committee member.

Alina joined the Foundation Board in 2021 but her family has been at the Foundation of the Club and the A-League since its inception in 2004. Passionate about football’s ability to change the lives of youth, men and women, as well as positively impact our community, Alina is looking to contribute to the Foundation’s cause through her philanthropic work and contributing large portions of her time to the Foundation.

FOUNDATION DIRECTOR

Justin Levis is the Executive Director of the Australian owned and operated Cue Clothing Co. encompassing brands Cue, Veronika Maine and designer label Dion Lee.

Recipient of Ragtrader’s 2021 ‘Leadership Award’, Justin is a highly skilled director with over 20 years’ experience in the retail industry. Within his time at the company, Justin has held various management roles and now actively directs the company’s strategy for future growth and innovation.

As part of the Levis family, Justin is proud to regularly support a number of community initiatives and Australian charities. Justin joined the Sydney FC Foundation board in May 2022 and is committed to making football more accessible for the community and young people who need it most. Justin believes that all children should be given the opportunity to participate, no matter their background and is looking forward to supporting the Sydney FC Foundation, and participants of its programs, reach their full potential.

FOUNDATION DIRECTOR

Rossana, a distinguished lawyer and devoted mother of two, brings a wealth of professional expertise to the Sydney FC Foundation board. With an LL.M. in Banking, Corporate, and Finance Law from Fordham University, cum laude, and a Master in Law from Università Commerciale L. Bocconi, Rossana’s education reflects her commitment to excellence.

Her legal career spans multiple jurisdictions, making her a valuable asset to the board. As Special Counsel at MinterEllison, she advises on complex financial matters, while her tenure at Shearman & Sterling LLP in New York and Simmons & Simmons LLP demonstrates her expertise in acquisition finance, art finance, and capital markets, further highlighting her versatility as a lawyer.

Rossana’s dedication to the legal field extends to her role as a Member of the Conference Planning Committee at BFSLA – Banking & Financial Services Law Association. Her passion for the law is equalled only by her commitment to her family, making her a well-rounded and accomplished professional. Rossana’s bar admissions in both Italy and the United States, as well as her proficiency in multiple languages, add to her impressive credentials. As she balances her roles as a lawyer and a mother, Rossana embodies the spirit of excellence and determination that Sydney FC Foundation values.

Rossana joined the Sydney FC Foundation Board because of her belief in the power of sport to create a positive impact within the community. Sydney FC, as a prominent football club, has a strong presence and influence, and Rossana saw this as an opportunity to contribute to meaningful initiatives that use the sport as a vehicle for positive change. The Foundation’s dedication to youth development, community outreach, and charitable programs closely aligns with her values, motivating her desire to be a part of an organization committed to making a difference in the lives of individuals in Sydney and beyond. Serving on the board, Rossana’s intention is to play a role in shaping and supporting initiatives that not only elevate the sport of football but also promote social responsibility and community development.