Founder
Nan Bosler AM
Nan is the visionary Founder and Foundation President of ASCCA, having spent over thirty years bridging the digital divide for older Australians. With a relentless drive and an extensive network across government and corporate sectors, Nan was instrumental in building the national framework of computer clubs that thrives to this day. While she has stepped down from the Board, her legacy as a pioneer of digital inclusion remains the heartbeat of our mission.
A true testament to the idea that learning never stops, Nan earned most of her six tertiary qualifications after the age of 50. Her six decades of advocacy—which earned her prestigious honours including an OAM and Anzac of the Year—have shaped national initiatives such as the Broadband for Seniors kiosks. Today, Nan continues to represent ASCCA on various committees, ensuring seniors remain heard, valued, and connected in an evolving digital world.
Director – Interim President & Board Chair
Joseph Vijay
While digitization has vastly expanded our opportunities and productivity, the sheer pace of change has left many, especially our seniors, feeling excluded and vulnerable. I believe that as we move toward an increasingly digital society, we risk stripping away the independence of those who built the foundation we stand on.
With 25 years of experience across computer science, technology, and business, I am dedicated to raising awareness and enabling programs that ensure the voices of our seniors are central to the conversation. Their inclusion ensures that our future isn’t just faster, but is enriched by the wisdom, experience, and compassion of every generation.
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephvjk/
Director – Board Secretary
Deborah Martin
As technology becomes increasingly essential for everything from healthcare to staying connected with family, seniors deserve accessible support to navigate these changes confidently. I’ve spent over 40 years teaching technology and have served as both a committee member and volunteer trainer with two ASCCA Clubs. This experience has given me deep insight into both the challenges our members face and the solutions that work best.
What makes our clubs unique is that we combine practical training with community. Seniors don’t just learn skills—they build confidence and connections in a supportive environment. As we face new challenges like artificial intelligence reshaping everyday technology, this kind of accessible, community-based support will only become more vital.
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-martin-66a056325/
Director – Board Treasurer
Ross Howard
My drive to join ASCCA stems from my current role as President of Forest Computer Pals for Seniors, where I am dedicated to revitalising our club and empowering our members. Having navigated the evolution of computing since 1965, I am passionate about ensuring seniors in Sydney’s northern suburbs remain connected and confident in a digital world. I seek to collaborate with ASCCA to share our local successes and tap into a broader network of resources, helping to turn technology from a barrier into a gateway for senior independence and community engagement.
I bring a wealth of leadership and financial expertise, grounded in my status as a retired Fellow of the Australian Society of Accountants and a career that includes “Big Eight” firm experience during the 1970s and executive roles at Brambles. Known throughout my career as a “Mr. Fixit,” I specialised in restoring the viability of complex businesses—most recently managing the 24/7 security operations for the Barangaroo Tower 3 construction site in Sydney. This background in high-level problem-solving, combined with decades of experience as an early adopter of computing and spreadsheet technology, allows me to bridge the gap between technical complexity and practical, senior-friendly instruction.
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ross-howard-86ab5b16/
Director
Jody Chadban
I’m passionate about ensuring older Australians aren’t left behind in an increasingly digital world. As services and everyday connections move online, many seniors are at risk of exclusion, not because they can’t learn, but because they haven’t had the right support. I’m proud to serve with ASCCA because it delivers a practical, community-led solution that builds confidence, skills, and independence through local computer clubs.
I bring governance and senior leadership experience across strategy, sustainability, and impact-focused planning, along with strong relationship management skills. I’ve led initiatives that strengthen reporting, align teams around clear goals, and turn vision into action. I also have extensive experience building partnerships and collaborations that expand reach and deepen community outcomes. As a Director, I’m committed to helping ASCCA grow its influence so more seniors can participate confidently in today’s digital society.
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jody-chadban-a74b74199/
Director
Suresh Rao
Seeing the joy on my father’s face many years ago as he connected with us across oceans via WhatsApp was a powerful reminder of technology’s potential. Yet it also underscored a growing risk: without strategic support, our Seniors face digital marginalisation. I joined the ASCCA Board to turn that risk into opportunity, ensuring that technology serves as a bridge to connection rather than a barrier to inclusion.
I bring over 40 years of experience in senior technology management, having worked across both the commercial and social sectors. My background includes extensive volunteer work with NGOs in Australia and South East Asia, where I’ve focused on planning and implementing strategic IT solutions to solve real-world problems.
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sdotrao/