Trust Board 2011

Chairman:

Mrs Bridget Thomas, BA, LLB

Bridget attended St Margaret’s from Year 1 to Year 13, and then completed a BA (in History and Psychology) and a Law degree. She has practised law, and for the last 15 years has been tutoring law at the University of Canterbury. Bridget is married to Andrew and they have three children - including 2 girls, Katie and Pippa, who are both former students of St Margarets. Bridget was elected Board Chairman in 2009, and serves on the Property sub-committee and the Compliance & Communications sub-committee.

Vice-Chairperson:

Mr Andrew McGill, BSC (Hons), NZCE

Married to Joanna, Andrew is a current member of St Margaret's PFA, with a daughter, Charlotte, in Year 7 of the Middle School and a son, Oliver aged thirteen. Andrew has a broad background encompassing recruitment, sales, banking and business management. Sales and Marketing Director of recruitment company Reliance Recruitment, he achieved several significant national and international awards in customer services both personally and through his teams. As well as being one of the PFA representatives on the Board, Andrew is also Chair of the Property sub-committee and is a trustee on the St Margaret's College Foundation.

Board Members:

Mr Kevin Arthur BA (Hons), ACA

Kevin is an accountant with a diverse background that spans finance, venture capital and commercial property development. He has worked for major international corporations in Europe, Asia and Australia, and is currently Development Manager at Calder Stewart Industries Limited. Kevin is married to Debbie and they have two children, Frankie and Jenny, both former St Margaret’s students.  Kevin serves on the Property sub-committee and also the Finance sub-committee.

Mr B Bartram, B Com, CA

Brent is a chartered accountant with over 20 experience in public practice. Formerly a Partner in BDO New Zealand, Brent recently formed his own practice to continue to advise his established clientele.  Bringing considerable experience in business matters Brent serves on the Finance Sub- Committee. Married to Carole with three children, his youngest, Hannah, is in year 6 and enjoying learning what it takes to be a "St Margaret's Girl".  Brent is passionate about girls' education at St Margaret's.

Mr Richard Benton, B.Sc Econ (Hons)

Richard has had 2 daughters who have completed their studies at St Margaret’s.  He brings a broad range of advanced strategic skills to the board from his time working overseas with major corporations in the UK & Europe, and is the owner of Christchurch's International Antarctic Centre - one of the most successful and innovative visitor attractions in New Zealand. He serves as the Chair of the Finance sub-committee.

Mrs Jill Comley-Forbes

Jill is Executive Director for Aon, responsible for managing the Christchurch operation. Aon is New Zealand and the World's largest insurance broker. Jill has 22 years of insurance experience, with 20 in broking. She has a breadth of experience in the insurance and risk management co-ordination of large corporate accounts, and specialises in liability and professional risks. Jill is married to Grant, and they have two daughters at St Margaret’s, in year 6 and year 10. Jill joined the Board in 2008, elected as one of the PFA representatives and also serves on the Compliance and Communication sub-committee.

Mrs Sarah Greenslade

Sarah and her husband Jim live in Waikari, North Canterbury. Together they run a farming operation and are partners in a stock firm – Peter Walsh & Associates. They have two daughters who are boarding at the College, Holly in Year 11, and Ella in Year 10. Sarah served on the Board of Trustees for her local primary school for three years. Sarah is the Trust Board representative for the boarding community of St Margaret’s College.

Mr Quin Henderson

Quin is married to Susie, and has a daughter Emma in year 10 who represents the 3rd generation of family to now attend St Margaret's College.  Quin is the General Manager of one of New Zealand's largest property and construction companies and provides expertise in this field that assists with the redevelopment of the school campus.  Quin joined the Board in 2010 and serves on the Property sub-committee.

Mr Hugh Martyn, LLB, MBA

Hugh is the CEO for PayGlobal Ltd. He began his working career as a solicitor and moved into general management in the late 1980s. Before joining PayGlobal he was Group General Manager Rural Services at PGG Wrightson . Hugh’s daughter left St Margarets at the end of her Year 13 in 2010. Hugh joined the Board in 2008 and also serves on the Finance sub-committee.

Ms Sue McCormack, BA, LLB

Sue is a senior commercial partner at Mortlock McCormack Law. Sue brings a legal and strategic skill base to the board including over 20 years legal experience, directorships of public and private companies along with several government appointed roles. Sue is currently a member of the University of Canterbury Council, trustee of the Clown Doctors New Zealand Charitable Trust and the Silverribbon Foundation and is honorary solicitor for Dress for Success. Sue's daughter Anna is in year 13. Sue is a member of the Compliance and Communication sub-Committee.

Ms Kim Rutter, Synod Representative, M.E, Dip Bus

Kim lectures in Engineering at the University of Canterbury,but also has a secret life as a columnist for women's magazines. She hasa daughter in Year 10 at St Margaret's and not surprisingly, a particularinterest in excellence in mathematics and science education for girls. Kim is a member of the Compliance andCommunication sub-committee.

Ms Emily Steele

Emily attended St Margaret's from Year 1 to Year 13 and is married to Glen. Emily brings a strong background in information technology, telecommunications and relationship management from her 18 years in the IT & T industry. Emily is a currently employed by TelstraClear as a Client Manager. Emily joined the Board in 2008 and has welcomed the opportunity to give back to the school. She is Chair of the Compliance and Communication sub-committee and is also the St Margaret's College Old Girls Board Representative.