About Holistic Governance

Governance, risk, and data intelligence for healthcare and regulated organisations. We strengthen assurance frameworks, translate complex regulation into practical systems, and enable confident, data-driven decision-making.

Who We Are

Our Vision & Mission

Vision

Improve clarity and confidence in governance — shaping a future where knowledge, data, and technology drive efficiencies and best practice outcomes.

Mission Statement

Strive to offer the best available solutions underpinned by clinical expertise, technology and data driven insight.

What We Stand For

Our Values

Our values are not aspirational statements — they are the principles that guide every engagement, every recommendation, and every relationship we build.

Tailored

Custom solutions and builds, tailored to your services, team and risks. No two organisations are the same — and neither are our solutions.

Data Driven

Visible governance and data driven decision making capability. We believe decisions should be grounded in evidence, not assumption.

Metrics & Outcomes

Real-time tracking, oversight and continuous improvement. We measure what matters and ensure results are visible and sustained.

Challenge Established Ways

A multitude of perspectives to ensure best practice and sustainability. We are not afraid to question the status quo in pursuit of better outcomes.

Leadership

Principal Consultant

Naomi Alefelder

Founding Director & Senior Consultant

Naomi is a highly experienced governance, quality, and risk specialist with over a decade of senior leadership across the aged care, disability, hospital, and community health sectors. She brings deep expertise in clinical governance, accreditation frameworks, and data-driven assurance — translating complex regulatory requirements into practical, sustainable systems.

Supported by a network of specialist associates across governance, data analytics, and digital health.

Board & Committee Experience

Current

Board Director and Care Governance Committee Member — Caladenia Dementia Care

Chair of Medical Advisory Committee — Victorian Cosmetic Institute Day Surgery
Chair of Quality and NSQHS Committee — Brunswick Private Hospital

Qualifications

Master of Business Administration — CSU
Foundations of Directorship — AICD
Bachelor of Nursing — ACU (AHPRA Reg. NMW000180905)
Lead Auditor, Exemplar Global AU & TL — PwC
Respirator Fit Tester QNFT and QLFT — Kinnect Training

Skills & Expertise

NSQHS ACQS Power BI Clinical Care Standards NDIS ISO FHIR Claude Code

Healthcare Sector Experience

Aged Care Respite Home Care Disability Hospital Day Surgery Cosmetic

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of organisations do you work with?

We work primarily with aged care providers, hospitals, day surgery centres, disability services, community health organisations, and digital health companies. We also support boards and executive teams across the broader health and human services sector.

How long does a typical engagement last?

It depends on the scope. A focused audit or gap analysis might take 2–4 weeks. Governance framework builds and accreditation readiness projects typically run 3–6 months. We also offer ongoing retainer arrangements for organisations that need sustained support.

How is pricing structured?

We offer project-based fixed pricing, day rates, and retainer packages depending on the engagement. Every proposal includes a clear scope and transparent pricing — no hidden fees. Request a proposal for a tailored quote.

Do you work on-site or remotely?

Both. Many engagements are delivered remotely, but we attend on-site for audits, workshops, accreditation support, and any work that benefits from being embedded with your team. We're based in Victoria and work with organisations across Australia, Tasmania, and New Zealand.

What makes you different from larger consultancies?

You work directly with a senior consultant — not a junior associate. We bring deep clinical and governance expertise rather than generic management frameworks. We deliberately limit the number of clients we take on to ensure focused, high-quality support. And we build systems you own and can sustain independently.