Sharna Meinertz is a descendant of Juranang and a granddaughter of Woolber and Banyup on her father’s side (Trevor Lawrence). With over 30 years of experience in the financial industry, both in Australia and the UK, she now collaborates with First Nations Boards to enhance financial capability through investment strategies.

Committed to the highest standards of governance, Sharna’s passion lies in simplifying complex financial concepts for better understanding. As we pave the way for future generations, she remains dedicated to ensuring a bright future for our children’s children.

Expert Director

Andrew is an experienced Chair and Independent Director who brings together board governance expertise with a proven track record of negotiating multi-million dollar agreements, steering complex joint ventures and strengthening organisations from the boardroom to the frontline.

With a strong record across the not-for-profit and commercial sectors, Andrew's previous experience working with Aboriginal and Islander peoples across Northern Australia will stand him in good stead working with Yued.

Expert Director

Darren served as a member of the Legislative Council representing the Agricultural Region in the Parliament of Western Australia for 12 years from 2013 to 2025.

His roles included Parliamentary Secretary for Regional Development; Agriculture and Food, State Development, Ports, Jobs and Trade, Hydrogen Industry, Racing and Gaming, Environment and Energy during the McGowan and Cook Governments.

Darren chose not to contest the 2025 election and has returned to the family farm at Jennacubbine.

Prior to entering parliament, Darren served as Chair of the Wheatbelt Development Commission and the Avon Community Development Foundation. He is very keen to work with Yued to explore opportunities in agriculture and renewable energy.

Darren has long-standing ties to Yued families and an abiding interest in working with Aboriginal Western Australians to use economic development as a tool to healthier and happier lives.