Our Board

  • RYAN BALLOOT - CHAIRPERSON

    Committee Membership: Finance, Audit & Risk and People & Governance

    Ryan is the Managing Director of a leading security service provider with extensive experience advising corporate boards on strategic technology initiatives, cybersecurity, and digital transformation. He has also contributed his expertise to a prominent Community Housing organisation over several years. Ryan is particularly focused on aligning technology investments with business objectives to enhance operational efficiency and improve service delivery.

    Recognising the importance of secure data management, Ryan is committed to leveraging technology to drive positive change and support Metro's goals, particularly in providing sustainable housing solutions

  • SUSAN DONNELLY - INTERIM TREASURER

    Committee Membership: Finance, Audit & Risk

    Sue has a solid background in theatre production, arts management, advocacy, and community services. Originally a social worker with a focus on youth services, mental health and supported accommodation, Sue went onto work in government administration, health care complaints, university lecturing and theatre management and producing in both Australia and the UK. She has worked on large scale capital development projects in NSW and Queensland, served on the boards of numerous NFP companies and is currently working as a freelance theatre producer, mentor and consultant. In addition to the Metro Board, Sue is a volunteer and management committee member of the Randwick & Coogee Ladies Swimming Association. She passionately believes in the necessity of safe, secure housing to relieve disadvantage.

  • JOHAN HAARING - DEPUTY CHAIR

    Committee Membership: Finance, Audit & Risk

    Johan was admitted as a solicitor in March 2014.  He has broad experience in property, commercial and construction law, having commenced  in private practice specialising in these areas in 2014.  Since 2019 he has worked for a large educational institution, working closely with senior executives to meet the strategic, commercial and statutory requirements of the organisation.  Johan has held the position of Senior Development Lawyer for that organisation since July 2023.

  • JACK ELLIS

    Committee Membership: People & Governance

    Jack was admitted as a Lawyer in 2016 and worked in private practice in the areas of Family Law and Employment Law, before focusing on dispute resolution. 

    As an experienced Mediator, Jack has worked extensively with vulnerable families, and with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in Western Sydney.  His work with Relationships Australia, in a private mediation practice and as a volunteer solicitor at Marrickville Legal Centre has given him insight into the negative impacts of housing stress and housing insecurity for families and individuals.

    Jack has extensive prior board experience as a Director and Chairperson of Sydney Dispute Resolution Pty. Ltd. and has also made a valuable contribution to the dispute resolution sector in terms of curriculum development, teaching and mentoring persons entering the field.

  • ROSIE MYLREA

    Committee Membership: People & Governance

    Rosie has completed the Certificate IV in Community Housing and has worked in the Community Housing sector since January 2023. In her roles she has had a particular focus on homelessness interventions and support.  With her own lived experience of homelessness, Rosie was motivated to join the Metro board to continue to advocate for people who are currently homeless or are at risk of homelessness.  As Metro’s youngest director Rosie is also interested in representing the experience of young  people and the particular challenges they face in finding affordable and secure housing.  

  • BETI FORD

    Committee Membership: Risk & Finance

    Beti is a highly accomplished Chartered Accountant with more than 20 years’ experience across construction, facilities management, education and professional services. She brings deep expertise in financial governance, risk, compliance and organisational performance, with a strong track record of driving transformation and delivering measurable results.
    Throughout her career, Beti has led multidisciplinary teams across finance, technology, operations, sales and marketing. She has delivered major digital and systems improvements, strengthened reporting accuracy, achieved substantial cost savings and enhanced organisational capability. Her leadership style is grounded in collaboration, transparency and building high-performing, resilient teams.
    Beti joined our Board in 2025 as a Non-Executive Director and Treasurer. She also chairs the Risk & Finance Committee, where her extensive experience in financial management, strategic planning and governance makes her an invaluable contributor to Metro’s long-term sustainability and growth.