Cathy Thomas is Group Executive of Aged Care and Community Services at UnitingCare Queensland, leading BlueCare – one of Australia’s most trusted and largest aged care providers.  Known for her bold, values-driven leadership, Cathy brings clarity, energy and purpose to every challenge, shaping high performing teams and driving transformation that delivers real impact.

Since joining UnitingCare’s Executive Team in 2016, Cathy has steered major strategic change initiatives, served as Interim CEO (2025-2026), and led Australian Regional and Remote Community Services (ARRCS) to strengthen services for First Nation and remote communities.  Her deep connection to BlueCare spans clinical, HR, People, and Executive roles, where she has championed culture as the foundation for exceptional care and support.

A respected voice in aged care, Cathy is a member of the National Aged Care Advisory Council and Chief Executive Women.  She holds an MBA, a Graduate Diploma of Business Management and a Bachelor of Health Science (Nursing), and has completed Harvard’s Leadership Program.  Passionate about purpose, Cathy continues to lead with innovation, compassion and a commitment to communities.