Leadership Team
Ashleigh Community
Leadership Team
Roy Soaika
Chief Executive officer
Hi my name is Roy,
I have more than twenty years of experience in the not-for-profit sector including ten years in aged care and retirement living in various executive roles.
I am a Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) and hold postgraduate qualifications in Business Administration (MBA), and Commerce (MCom).
Originally I’m from the Solomon Islands. I migrated to Australia in 1998 to study at Avondale University near Newcastle, NSW. I then graduated in 2001 and commenced employment in Newcastle then moved to Sydney, Cooranbong, Dubbo, Central Coast, Mildura then now Sale.
I’m married to Eseta and look forward to contributing to the Sale community and enjoy the Gippsland experience.
In my spare time I like to enjoy a good long walk/jog, and I thoroughly enjoying the lakes and the wetlands.
Hayley Furlong
Business Services Manager
Hello, I’m Hayley! I was born in Sale and now enjoy the peaceful surroundings of Stratford, where I live with my boyfriend, our playful puppy Pippa, and our fluffy cat Trixie.
Photography is one of my greatest passions, and I run my own small photography business on the side. Capturing special moments brings me so much joy, just as working with people has throughout my career.
I’ve spent most of my professional life in Local Government, particularly in the Community Wellbeing sector, where I specialised in coordinating Aged and Disability Care services. Helping others and making a positive impact on their lives has always been greatly fulfilling for me.
It’s truly an honour to be part of the team at Ashleigh House, working alongside such dedicated and compassionate people. I look forward to contributing to the well-being of our residents and continuing to create a warm and welcoming environment for everyone.
Jertrude Smith
General Manager Care
