Meet our Board: Jessie Glew

2023-11-20
For Jessie Glew, the joint MD and COO of WOTSO, the simple idea that ‘we will find a cure’ drives her passion to help fund kids’ cancer research. Jessie’s infectious enthusiasm, clear drive to make a difference and wealth of business knowledge make her an invaluable member of The Kids’ Cancer Project’s board.
For Jessie Glew, the joint MD and COO of WOTSO, the simple idea that ‘we will find a cure’ drives her passion to help fund kids’ cancer research. Jessie’s infectious enthusiasm, clear drive to make a difference and wealth of business knowledge make her an invaluable member of The Kids’ Cancer Project’s board.

For Jessie Glew, the joint MD and COO of WOTSO, the simple idea that ‘we will find a cure’ drives her passion to help fund kids’ cancer research. Jessie’s infectious enthusiasm, clear drive to make a difference and wealth of business knowledge make her an invaluable member of The Kids’ Cancer Project’s board.

Speaking of how she initially became interested in supporting kids’ cancer research, Jessie says:

About eight years ago I attended a lunch where we heard about a young boy's cancer journey. I was so touched by his story that after the lunch, a group of 30 of us decided to shave our heads.

We ended up raising $60,000, and in that moment, I realised the impact that each of us can have and the difference we can make. Since that point, I have been motivated to help in any way I can with The Kids’ Cancer Project.

It’s easy to think we can’t make a difference, but we can. One person can make a difference, one person can talk about The Kids’ Cancer Project and that single conversation means that one more person now knows about and supports the charity’s mission.

The realisation that everyone can make an impact, no matter how small their donation, or even conversation, means that Jessie is an ever-present feature at The Kids’ Cancer Project’s fundraising days, saying:

I love them all for different reasons. The golf days are great for laughs with friends but also for their capacity to show people from different businesses the work The Kids’ Cancer Project does and how they can be a part of that.

I love the Christmas for Cure lunch too, there’s such a positive feeling in the room – it’s a time when all these wonderful businesses can sit together and really take in what we’re achieving together, it’s so special.

Jessie Glew (Front row) and the team attending the Christmas for a Cure Event.

Jessie applies her passion for positive change in a huge range of ways and is driven to not only help fund research herself, but also help The Kids’ Cancer Project dedicate even more money to charity by growing and becoming more efficient. Speaking of her ambitions she says:

Very simply, I want to maximise the value of every dollar donated that will help to grow the survival rate for kids with cancer. The Kids’ Cancer Project does incredible work and it would be amazing to see it be known across Australia and New Zealand as the cancer research charity of choice.

With over 15 years of experience in the property industry, as well as with small and medium sized Australian businesses, we couldn’t be more excited to have Jessie’s ongoing support and expertise.

To learn more about how your organisation can support The Kids’ Cancer Project and help fund lifesaving kids’ cancer research, please contact our Partnerships Lead, Effie Kent, by emailing effie@tkcp.org.au.