Meet Alison Vidal

Visionary leader in socio-economic and environmental sustainability, with deep expertise in strategy, finance, and governance, specialising in recovery and revitalisation of remote and regional community organisations.

Alison Vidal

Vision

"My journey in leadership began with a deep commitment to Aboriginal communities particularly across remote and regional Australia, fostering empowerment and sustainability from the ground up. For me, true leadership honours the balance between economies of scale and the unique needs of communities and the environment.

While my work in Australia has built a strong foundation for understanding the complexities of socio-economic change at the community level, my vision now extends globally - to drive inclusive, sustainable pathways that resonate worldwide, grounded in the same principles of community-led growth and environmental stewardship."

About Alison

  • Strategic Business Advisor, Finance & Governance Expert
  • Registered Public Accountant (MIPA/APA), MBA & GAICD Graduate
  • Innovator of Community-Led Ventures Across Australia and Indonesia
  • Advisor to Aboriginal Corporations & Independent Board Director
  • Specialist in Business Recovery, Sustainability, and Indigenous Capacity Building

Alison is a strategic advisor and business innovator with deep expertise in governance and financial and operational recovery, underpinned by a strong focus on capacity building. She is committed to revitalising First Nations and remote community organisations through sustainable, community-led solutions across sectors including not-for-profits, social enterprises, and SMEs.

A registered public accountant (MIPA) with an MBA and currently completing her Master’s in Professional Accounting, Alison also holds a GAICD and serves as an independent director and strategic advisor to a range of community-led organisations. With over 20 years of operational and board leadership experience, she specialises in financial growth strategies, sustainability repositioning, executive mentoring, strategic partnerships, governance reform, and business turnaround.

As Founder of Vital Consult and the ABC Foundation Ltd, Alison has pioneered community-grounded, capacity-building initiatives. She also established HAVY Accounting and Digital Solutions in Indonesia, and developed the Business Vitality Tracker (BVT), a digital tool designed to assess and strengthen business health, improve sustainability, and increase access to contracting opportunities.

Her work bridges economic stability, community leadership, and operational performance, supporting sustainable growth through innovation, ethical practice, and evidence-based decision-making. Alison continues to mentor organisations locally and globally, building inclusive pathways for long-term, purpose-driven development.

Professional Journey

    • 2025 Became a Registered Public Accountant with MIPA/APA, recognising professional standing in governance, finance, and advisory services
    • 2025 Launched Vital Global Communities (VGC), a digital ecosystem supporting business sustainability and Indigenous-led growth—including the Business Vitality Tracker (BVT)
    • 2025 Designed and established My Country Care Pty Ltd, a 100% Aboriginal-owned company supporting Aboriginal-led service delivery in the NDIS and Aged Care sectors
    • 2024 Designed and established VIPS Australia, a 100% Aboriginal-owned Indigenous Procurement Company connecting corporate clients with market-ready Aboriginal businesses.
    • 2024 Founded HAVY Accounting and Digital Solutions in Indonesia to deliver cost-effective operational support for impact-driven businesses
    • 2024 Graduated from the Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD)
    • 2021 Instrumental in establishing Aboriginal Carbon and Environmental Services Pty Ltd, aimed at exploring commercial opportunities for ABC Foundation in the carbon space.
    • 2020 Appointed Independent Advisor to Yulella Aboriginal Corporation, to lead governance and operational recovery, successfully re-stabilised the organisation
    • 2019 Instrumental in establishing HAKC Enterprises, now a 100% Aboriginal-owned company in the oil and gas sector
    • 2016 Co-Founded the ABC Foundation Ltd, a social enterprise supporting Aboriginal-led initiatives through cultural, economic, and environmental projects
    • 2014 Founded Vital Consult, South Australia’s first B Corp certified company, providing governance and business advisory services to ACCOs and SMEs
    • 2013 Completed MBA, with a focus on strategic leadership and sustainability

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