RIMPA Global is proud to introduce our Education Committee, a newly established group of dedicated professionals committed to advancing education within the Records and Information Management (R&IM) industry.
Formed in 2025, the Education Committee plays a key role in shaping the future of R&IM education through strategic collaboration, sector-wide advocacy, and a focus on lifelong learning. The committee works closely with the RIMPA team to ensure that educational programs, resources, and pathways remain relevant, accessible, and aligned with the evolving needs of our profession.
Purpose of the Committee
The Education Committee supports the ongoing development of RIMPA's educational strategy, helping to:
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Increase the visibility and value of the R&IM profession
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Influence key stakeholders on the importance of higher education in R&IM
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Enhance access to practical learning experiences and resources
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Ensure RIMPA’s offerings remain current, innovative, and impactful
With representatives from across the sector, the committee brings a diverse range of insights and expertise to guide RIMPA’s education agenda and champion professional growth across all career stages.
Committee Members
Anita Dewi
Anita Dewi is a Lecturer, Course Director, and Workplace Academic Lead in Information Studies at Charles Sturt University (CSU). Prior to joining CSU, Anita spent her career as an information professional in the academic library sector. She is currently the Convenor of International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) Special Interest Group on Library and Information Studies Education in Developing Countries. Her research areas include work-integrated learning (WIL), professional identity, and information literacy. She can be contacted at [email protected].
Carolyn Atkinson MRIM
Carolyn Atkinson is a highly accomplished Records and Information Management professional with over two decades of experience across various WA State Government agencies. Known for her strategic leadership and deep expertise in records and information management. Carolyn has successfully led cross-functional teams, developed long-term records management strategies, and driven compliance with legislative standards.
Her career includes key roles at the State Records Office of WA, Department of Education, and Metropolitan Cemeteries Board, where she has consistently delivered innovative solutions and enhanced organisational efficiency. A Chartered Member of RIMPA and recipient of the Outstanding Volunteer Award, Carolyn is passionate about fostering best practices in recordkeeping and mentoring the next generation of professionals.
Damian Shepherd
Damian is the Executive Director of the State Records Office WA (SRO) and State Archivist. Damian and the team at the SRO share a mission to provide ‘A secure and discoverable records of government that is valued by our community and used to a create a legacy for current a future generation of Western Australians’.
Damian represents the Council of Australasian Archives and Records Authorities (CAARA) on this Committee.
Dr Cleophas Ambira
Cleophas holds a doctorate in information sciences from the University of South Africa (UNISA). He also holds a Masters in Information Sciences (Records Management) and a Bachelors Degree in Information Sciences both from Moi University, Kenya. He serves as the Chairperson of Kenya Association of Records Managers and Archivists (KARMA). Cleophas works as HR Manager in a leading commercial Bank in Kenya and East Africa.
Dr. Neetha Porathur Joseph
Dr. Neetha Porathur Joseph is a practitioner member of RIMPA Global with a diverse background in education, literature, and information management. Before migrating to Australia in 2003, she began her career as an educator in 1996, holding various lecturing positions in English at Indian institutions. She was awarded her Doctor of Philosophy in 2004 from Bharathiar University, India, for her research on ‘Existentialism in the Select Novels of Anita Desai’. With a Graduate Diploma in Secondary Education from the University of Technology Sydney, Neetha served as a full-time permanent teacher in NSW secondary schools for 15 years, where she gained valuable experience in pedagogy and communication.
Her expertise now extends to the GLAMR sector as a qualified NSW Librarian Grade 1. She holds a Graduate Diploma in Information and Library Studies from Curtin University and has also completed the Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate and Google AI Essentials from Coursera. An Associate member of the Australian Library Information Association (ALIA), Neetha is a dedicated researcher and active blogger who continually explores the intersection of literature, information, and digital trends. Her professional expertise spans creative writing, publishing, information management, and data analytics.
Elizabeth Nyamvula Sammy
Elizabeth Nyamvula Sammy is a seasoned Records Manager at CIHEB PACT IMARA Kenya, with over eight years of experience in Records and Information Management. Elizabeth holds a degree in Information Science and has developed deep expertise in compliance, data governance, and digital preservation. Her work focuses on implementing sustainable records systems, supporting regulatory readiness, and promoting digital transformation within public health programs. Passionate about capacity building and knowledge sharing, Elizabeth is committed to advancing best practices in information management across diverse sectors.
Jennifer Campbell-Meier
Jennifer Campbell-Meier is a Senior Lecturer in Information Studies at Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington. Her teaching and research focus on information management, digital literacy, and community engagement. Her work bridges academic research and professional practice, with a focus on developing educational approaches that support the evolving needs of information professionals.
Joy Siller ARIM (Life)
Joy Siller is the Managing Director of Siller Systems Administration, a private information management consulting business. She has over 40 years’ experience in information management field having started in the NSW State Archives Office in the 1980s. She has undergraduate and post-graduate qualifications in library science (BA Lib Sc) and business/marketing (Master of Business).
As well as having worked full-time as a consultant, in the past she has been a part-time academic at university, and chaired and participated in various committees and boards within the tertiary sector. Within her field of information management, she is also a trainer, facilitator and published author. She holds a passion for education and building awareness of the importance of information in society.
Lisa Lyneham
Lisa is a performance-driven executive with 30 years experience working across both public and private sectors, with extensive experience in leading educational programs and transformational change projects focussed on records and information management.
Lisa has a passion for identifying and driving continuous improvement opportunities to support businesses to operate more efficiently and has successfully achieved this by adopting a customer centric / partnering approach to developing, uplifting and implementing frameworks that work in practice.
Lisa recognises the importance and value for organisations to manage information and records appropriately, through streamlined processes and leveraging technology, all while managing compliance obligations and risks.
Lisa Rose CIP
Lisa is a Certified Information Professional with deep expertise in records management, data governance, and compliance. She specialises in translating complex regulatory requirements into practical, user-friendly solutions that support organisational learning and operational excellence. Lisa has built and led global teams to implement scalable frameworks that drive adoption and long-term sustainability. She brings a strategic mindset and a passion for empowering others through clear, actionable guidance.
- LinkedIn:
- https://linkedin.com/in/lisaarose
May Robertson MRIM
An Archivist by background, May has over 30 years of experience working across local, State, and Federal governments, as well as higher education and the Private sector. May is also a member of the Standards Australia IT021 Committee, actively contributing to the drafting of various Australian and international standards. She is currently involved in a project under InterPARES that analyses whether new competencies are required for recordkeeping professionals due to the emergence of AI technologies.
Michele Marsburg CERIM ARIM
Michele is a highly experienced and respected Information and Records Management consultant with over 35 years of expertise in designing and implementing recordkeeping systems, metadata frameworks, retention schedules and classification structures and in the last 15 years working extensively in the M365 space specialising in Information Architecture and M365 from an RM/IM perspective. She is the Director and Lead Consultant at Records & Information Management Ltd a consultancy that operates across New Zealand and Australia, has done work on international engagements in South Africa, the UK, Seychelles, and various African countries.
Michele’s core competencies include:
- SharePoint and Microsoft 365 Information Architecture
- Retention and Disposal
- Taxonomy and Classification Design
- Metadata Framework Development
- Digital Workplace Design including Intranet
- Legislative Compliance for Information Management
- Project Management
- Training
She has led major projects for government agencies, universities, museums, and corporate clients in both Australia and New Zealand. Her work is grounded in practical, real-world solutions that align with legislative compliance and business efficiency and is always end user centric.
Michele through RIM is also a strategic partner with various organisations, where she is recognised for her leadership in SharePoint Information Architecture and digital transformation initiatives.
Her leadership style is collaborative and outcomes-focused, often guiding teams through complex transitions such as digital transformation, EDRMS replacement projects, and quality management system replacements. She is known for her ability to simplify complex information environments and embed sustainable governance practices.
Michele holds professional certifications including CERIM and ARIM, is an active member of the RIMPA, ARMA and AIIM communities and is a past president of the Auckland chapter of RMAA.
Shyamali Senevirathna
Shyamali Senevirathna is an accomplished Records Management professional with extensive experience in records and information management, particularly within the local government sector. She has a strong academic ground (Master’s degree in Information Management and Knowledge Management), which informs her strategic and operational approach to managing information assets effectively.
Throughout her career, Shyamali has led the development and implementation of comprehensive records management strategies, operational standards, and policies. Her work consistently aligns with regulatory requirements and industry best practices, ensuring strong governance and accountability. She has successfully delivered digitisation projects to enhance accessibility and preserve vital records, and she possesses deep expertise in managing retention and disposal authorities. Her contributions have significantly improved information lifecycle management, supporting organisational efficiency and compliance.
Beyond her technical expertise, Shyamali is a strong advocate for professional development and organisational capability. She coordinated the ACCORD Women Leadership Mentoring Program, supporting the growth and empowerment of emerging leaders. Additionally, she designed and facilitated council-wide EDRMS training sessions, promoting system adoption, and building staff proficiency in records management practices.
Stephen Clarke CSRIM MRIM
Stephen Clarke RIMPA Global Ambassador and J. Eddis Linton Award winner 2012, is an Information/Data Management Consultant and Virtual CDO. Stephen was previously Chief Archivist of Archives New Zealand, a career highlight of 20 years in senior NZ Public Sector roles in Inland Revenue, NZ Transport Agency, Offices of the Ombudsman and Auditor-General, Department of Internal Affairs, and at The National Grid.
As ISO/TC46/SC11Head of Delegation and Working Group Chair Stephen has co-developed standards such ISO 15489, ISO 13028, ISO 16175, and the ISO 30300 series.
As an anthropologist he understands human systems, and as a technical expert he understands information systems, using technology to connect these two together in innovative ways to achieve human-centred outcomes is his professional passion.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- LinkedIn:
- https://linkedin.com/in/steffclarke/
Tracy Formosa CERIM
Tracy is a passionate advocate for the information management (IM) profession, with over 13 years of experience from entry-level to Director-level roles across both State and Commonwealth government organisations. With a career built on integrity, strategic thinking, and a deep respect for the value of information, Tracy has led initiatives that align governance, compliance, and risk with practical IM outcomes.
Holding a Graduate Certificate in Information Management from RMIT University (2022), Tracy is committed to fostering a strong and sustainable future for the evolving IM profession. A firm believer in lifelong learning, Tracy actively promotes the creation and accessibility of education pathways that support both emerging and experienced IM practitioners.
Through leadership, mentorship, and policy influence, Tracy continues to champion the growth and recognition of IM as a critical enabler of public sector excellence.