Xero Partner Advisory Council (XPAC)
XPAC is a diverse panel of accounting and bookkeeping partners who drive conversations on strategy and industry issues.
About XPAC
Members of XPAC are bookkeepers or accountants who both challenge and champion the needs of the sector.
The XPAC team is a core part of the Xero ecosystem, playing a crucial role as a consultative group of industry experts who provide real-time, real-life feedback on behalf of the industry to drive meaningful change.Through open discussions, industry insights and actionable feedback, XPAC members seek to make a difference to Australian Xero partners, small businesses and their communities.
To learn more, read the Australian XPAC charter and terms of reference which outline the purpose, eligibility, roles and responsibilities of XPAC members and Xero, as well as our approach to governance. XPAC members serve a two-year term with formal meetings held every quarter, and are regularly consulted on Xero industry initiatives.
![A Xero partner advisor looking happy and relaxed in their office.](/content/dam/xero/pilot-images/accountant-and-bookkeepers-extras/xpac/au-partner-program-xpac-1.1655722059790.png)
What makes a great XPAC member?
The XPAC panel is made up of a diverse panel of Xero accounting and bookkeeping partners who challenge and champion the needs of the sector and are passionate about being a voice for the Xero partner community. They aim to create better Xero experiences and industry outcomes together. XPAC members are not shy in their opinions; they challenge Xero and their colleagues to take ownership and solve problems as a team.
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What's involved?
XPAC members serve a two-year term with formal meetings held every quarter. They are also regularly consulted on Xero and industry initiatives on an ongoing basis through meetings, interviews and workshops.
![Cassandra Scott, Director of Laurus Bookkeeping, smiling at camera](/content/dam/xero/pilot-images/people/accountants-and-bookkeepers/AU_DC_XPAC-LP-2.1680480442728.png)
XPAC has been a fabulous opportunity to represent the community in ensuring that Xero has an awareness and understanding about the impacts changes can have.
Cassandra Scott, Director of Laurus Bookkeeping
Find out who our XPAC members are
Beau Gaudron
Tech Ninja, Growthwise
![Headshot of Beau Gaudron](/content/dam/xero/pilot-images/accountant-and-bookkeepers-extras/xpac/xpac-refresh-2023/au-2023/beau-gaudron-headshot.1692579539809.png)
Sarah Pilling
Partner, Bramble and Briar
![Headshot of Sarah Pilling](/content/dam/xero/pilot-images/accountant-and-bookkeepers-extras/xpac/xpac-refresh-2023/au-2023/sarah-pilling-headshot.1692579548450.png)
Sarah Lawrence
Founder, Hot Toast
![Headshot of Sarah Lawrence](/content/dam/xero/pilot-images/accountant-and-bookkeepers-extras/xpac/xpac-refresh-2023/au-2023/sarah-lawrance-headshot.1692579547693.png)
Cassandra Scott
Director, Laurus Bookkeeping
![Headshot of Cassandra Scott](/content/dam/xero/pilot-images/accountant-and-bookkeepers-extras/xpac/xpac-refresh-2023/au-2023/cassandra-scott-headshot.1692579541226.png)
Jason Robinson
Director, Future Advisory
![Headshot of Jason Robinson](/content/dam/xero/pilot-images/accountant-and-bookkeepers-extras/xpac/xpac-refresh-2023/au-2023/jason-robinson-headshot.1692579544494.png)
Aly Garrett
Founder, All in Advisory
![Headshot of Aly Garrett](/content/dam/xero/pilot-images/accountant-and-bookkeepers-extras/xpac/xpac-refresh-2023/au-2023/aly-garrett-headshot.1692579538165.png)
Mei Yong Wu
Director & Partner, knp Solutions
![Headshot of Mei Yong Wu](/content/dam/xero/pilot-images/accountant-and-bookkeepers-extras/xpac/xpac-refresh-2023/au-2023/mei-wu-headshot.1692579544812.png)
Jarrod Morris
Partner, Pitch Labs (Pitcher Partners)
![Headshot of Jarrod Morris](/content/dam/xero/pilot-images/accountant-and-bookkeepers-extras/xpac/xpac-refresh-2023/au-2023/jarrod-morris-headshot.1692579542745.png)
Grace Occleshaw
Client & Advisory Manager, BYO Group
![Headshot of Grace Occeshaw](/content/dam/xero/pilot-images/accountant-and-bookkeepers-extras/xpac/xpac-refresh-2023/au-2023/grace-occeshaw-headshot.1692579541994.png)
Melanie Gock
National Systems & Innovation Manager, Grant Thornton Australia
![Headshot of Melanie Gock](/content/dam/xero/pilot-images/accountant-and-bookkeepers-extras/xpac/xpac-refresh-2023/au-2023/melanie-gock-headshot.1692579545641.png)
Amar Latif
Co-Founder, Mad Crew Wealth
![Headshot of Amar Latif](/content/dam/xero/pilot-images/accountant-and-bookkeepers-extras/xpac/xpac-refresh-2023/au-2023/amar-latif-headshot.1692579538907.png)
Natalie Lennon
Founder & Director, Two Sides
![Headshot of Natalie Lennon](/content/dam/xero/pilot-images/accountant-and-bookkeepers-extras/xpac/xpac-refresh-2023/au-2023/natalie-lennon-headshot.1692579546811.png)
Zac Hayes
Managing Director, HA Accounting
![Headshot of Zac Hayes](/content/dam/xero/pilot-images/accountant-and-bookkeepers-extras/xpac/xpac-refresh-2023/au-2023/zac-hayes-headshot.1692579549855.png)
Michele Grisdale
Founder & Director, Rainforest Bookkeeping
![Headshot of Michele Grisdale](/content/dam/xero/pilot-images/accountant-and-bookkeepers-extras/xpac/xpac-refresh-2023/au-2023/michele-grisdale-headshot.1692579546601.png)
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