ALWS Leadership Team

Michael J Stolz – Executive Director EMBA, BEng, GAICD

Michael is an experienced leader with a track record of building partnering relationships and growth. Michael has a program delivery track record over 25 years in transport, energy, defense and NFP. He has over 10 years experience as a Non Executive Director, including eight years on the National Board of the Lutheran Church of Australia and New Zealand (LCANZ), and two years on the Board of ALWS. Michael is a former management consultant and RAAF engineer. Michael commenced his appointment as Executive Director in September 2022.

Leah Odongo – Programs Director MBA, LL.B, BAL (Sociology, Political Science, Economics)

Leah joined ALWS in 2015 and is an experienced leader with 16 years of multi-faceted work experience in international aid and development. She is passionate about promoting and protecting human rights for all, and served as a Human Rights Lawyer for the Kenya National Commission for Human Rights. Leah worked in refugee camps in eastern Africa with Lutheran World Federation for 8 years, and draws her inspiration from the life and teachings of Christ.

Jonathan Krause – Community Action Manager BA (Writing, Sociology)

Jonathan has 30+ years experience in fundraising, raising half a billion dollars for charitable works through 50+ aid agencies across Europe, Asia, the United States and Australia. Jonathan has provided strategic fundraising expertise and copywriting across all sectors – including international aid, cancer research, animal cruelty and domestic services. Clients include World Vision, the Salvation Army, Guide Dogs, RSPCA, CARE, Plan, cbm and Olivia Newton-John Cancer and Wellness Centre. Jonathan is the author of 8 books, and has served at ALWS for 17 years.

Aaron Glover – Community Engagement Manager MBA, BBus

Aaron is an experienced non-profit leader and manager with a track record of growing organisational impact and empowering teams. He has served in the Lutheran Church of Australia for over 15 years with expertise in youth engagement, school and church partnership and ecumenical collaboration. Aaron commenced his appointment as Community Engagement Manager in February 2023.

Stephen Kroker – Finance Manager CA, B Bus (in accountancy), MAICD

Stephen is a chartered accountant who has worked in public practice and the non-for-profit sector. He has been involved in the Lutheran education sector for over 37 years and has served on numerous committees of the Lutheran Church for over 40 years. Stephen commenced his service with ALWS in April 2021 and has taken on the role of Finance and Admin manager.