General Manager, Strategic Partnerships and Engagement.
Vanessa brings extensive experience and passion in advocacy, fundraising and strategy.
Vanessa Baxter
Vanessa joined St Barts early in 2025 to lead the fundraising, marketing and communications and volunteering teams.
Vanessa brings over 30 years of global management experience across diverse industries, including hospitality, education, and homelessness, spanning multiple countries. A skilled strategic fundraiser and relationship builder, she has successfully navigated both corporate and social impact sectors to drive meaningful change. With a deep understanding of homelessness and a strong commitment to the Housing First principles, Vanessa is passionate about creating opportunities for those in greatest need. As a certified executive business coach with expertise in behavioural analysis, she is dedicated to inspiring others to perform at their best, leading with vision, collaboration, and the right tools to make a lasting impact.
St Bart’s acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land that we live and work on, the Whadjuk people of the Noongar nation. We are privileged to work with, and alongside, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and encourage those who are emerging as leaders.
St Bart’s is committed to diversity and inclusion in all its forms. We welcome and support the health and wellbeing of all people, regardless of background, age, ethnicity, religion and gender identity.