About Rosco Ventures

Scott Lusted

BAppSc (Building), MBA — AFIML, GAICD, MAHRI, MAMC

Scott Lusted is a business strategist with a background in infrastructure, development, and high-stakes leadership. A skilled advisor in governance and compliance, he supports boards and executive teams to manage complexity, reform systems, and strengthen strategic performance. He has led multimillion-dollar public and private initiatives across Australia and advised organisations through transformation and growth.

With expertise in major project assurance, risk, and operational reform, Scott brings practical insights and governance clarity to every engagement.

Qualifications

• 2021 – Company Directors Course, AICD
• 2015 – MBA, AIM Graduate School of Business (Faculty Achievement Award, High Achievement Award – Contract Law)
• 1996 – Advanced Certificate, Real Property Agency, NSW TAFE
• 1991 – BAppSc (Building), University of Canberra (FO Watts Prize – Summa cum laude)

Professional Affiliations

• GAICD – Australian Institute of Company Directors
• AFIML – Institute of Managers and Leaders
• MAHRI – Australian Human Resources Institute
• MAMC – Asset Management Council

Professional Contributions

• Mentor – Institute of Leaders and Managers
• Working Group Member – OECD Blue Dot Network
• Panel Member – Public Sector Network Smart Cities Series (2021)
• Presenter – SA Facilities Management Association Forum (2013)
• Author of industry articles and conference papers

Volunteering & Community Service

• Non-Executive Director – Minda Housing Limited
• Non-Executive Director – Camp Breakaway
• Chair – Finance Committee, Camp Breakaway
• Mentor and fundraiser across community organisations
• Volunteer: Guide Dogs SA/NT, Two Good Foods, Do Unto Others, Camp Breakaway

Dr Romane Abell

BA (Hons) | DipBus | DClinPsych — GAICD, AICGG, CAHRI, FCCLP, MAPS

Romane Abell brings over three decades of combined experience in psychology, executive leadership, and governance. Her work spans public and private sectors, specialising in trauma, workforce mental health, executive coaching, and clinical governance consulting. She has delivered major reforms and mental-health initiatives across Australia, including remote and high-risk environments.

Romane is a trusted advisor to executives and boards and is known for her clear thinking, evidence-based interventions, and ability to align people and performance with strategic purpose.

Qualifications

• 2021 — Graduate, Clinical Governance for Patient Safety & Quality Care (AICGG)
• 2019 — Emerging Executive Development Series (IPAA SA)
• 2017 — Company Directors Course, AICD
• 2016 — Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, University of Newcastle
• 2006 — BA (Hons, Psychology), University of New England
• 1994 — Diploma in Business, University of Auckland
• 1988 — BA, University of Newcastle

Professional Memberships

• Certified Member – Australian Human Resource Institute (CAHRI)
• Graduate Member – Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD)
• Graduate Member – Australasian Institute of Clinical Governance (AICGG)
• Fellow – College of Clinical Psychologists (FCCLP)
• Member – Australian Psychological Society (MAPS)
• Member – Institute of Community Directors Australia
• Principal Member – Society for Organisational & Industrial Psychology Australia
• Member – Employee Assistance Professional Association of Australia

Publications & Presentations

• “Creating a Mentally Healthy Workplace – A Practical View.” Workshop, SASPA Conference (2019)
• Abell, R.V., Baird, A.D. & Chalmers, K.A. (2016). Group Singing and Health-Related Quality of Life in Parkinson’s Disease, Health Psychology 36(1)
• Baird, A., Abell, R., Thompson, W.F. et al. (2018). Group singing enhances positive affect in people with Parkinson’s Disease, Music & Medicine 10(1)
• “The role of group singing in Parkinson’s Disease.” Presentation, Parkinson’s Australia National Conference (2015)