Empower. Recover. Thrive.
Our Leadership Team
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Libby Stokes - CEO
Libby is an experienced executive with over 25 years' experience across employment services, healthcare and business operations. She has spent the majority of her career supporting people, leading teams and delivering services that create positive outcomes for individuals, employers and communities.
As Chief Executive Officer, Libby is proud to lead the team at Managing Pain Employment Services and the meaningful impact they make in helping people living with persistent pain achieve sustainable employment. She is passionate about empowering people, supporting strong leadership, driving continuous improvement and ensuring MPES continues to deliver high-quality, participant-centred employment services.
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Paul Stokes - Clinical Director
Paul is a registered physiotherapist and clinical leader with more than 30 years’ experience in pain management, rehabilitation, disability, healthcare and employment services.
Paul has particular expertise in persistent pain management and the relationship between pain, function, wellbeing and employment. As Clinical Director, he provides clinical leadership, supports evidence-informed practice and oversees clinical governance and service quality.
Paul has extensive experience designing and leading accredited health and rehabilitation services. He holds degrees in physiotherapy and human movement studies, is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, and is completing a Master of Science in Medicine specialising in Pain Management.