Allan Williams (Patron)
Allan is a retired, highly respected, Christchurch businessman, having spent many years in the trucking industry, and who held numerous directorships. He is a Fellow of the Institute of Directors, past President of the NZ Chamber of Commerce, was the German Consul General for many years, and a generous benefactor to many organisations.
John Taylor (Chairman)
John has lived in the Sumner/Redcliffs area since 1960 and has had a long association with several community service organisations. He is the Ferrymead Rotary Club representative of SFF. John is a licensed real estate agent with Livingstone Realty Ltd, and is an avid sports fan and keen recreational cyclist.
Barry Geddes (Treasurer)
Barry is a professional aircraft engineer, aviation consultant and company director, with extensive New Zealand and International business management experience. Barry is a Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society; a Fellow of the New Zealand Institute of Management; and holds a number of Trusteeships.
John Christensen
A Redcliffs resident all his life and following his schooling at Christchurch Boys High School, John studied Engineering at University, he worked for the former Heathcote Council and then the Selwyn District Council where he is the Environmental Services Manager. Well known in Hockey circles as he was a member of the NZ Mens Hockey Team from 1968 - 1976, a three time Olympian, and capped his career being a member of the Gold Medal winning team at the 1976 Montreal Olympics.
Julie Cunningham
Julie was an original member of the "steering committee" and past chair of the Foundation. She represents the Sumner Community Centre and is well known in the Sumner/Redcliffs area for her community involvement, as a successful real estate agent in Sumner for many years, a television broadcaster and a Trustee of the Court Theatre.
Ken Jones
Ken is a local business consultant, has lived in Sumner for many years and has been a bach‐holder for many years at Taylors Mistake, where he has contributed hugely to the development of the Surf Lifesaving Club, including 11 years as Club President, and was recognised with a Life Membership. He successfully established the Cranford Street, Placemakers building supply centre, which he sold several years ago. Ken's commercial skill set and experience will be invaluable to the Foundation
Jim Keegan LL.B
Jim is a consultant, and former partner with prominent South Island law firm, Cavell Leitch. His considerable legal expertise and commercial business experience is of great benefit to the Foundation.
Jane Paterson
Jane has worked in senior management roles in both NZ and Australia, primarily in the health industry, and was a Director of a large not-for-profit in Australia. Since returning to NZ, she has volunteered across a number of different sectors and in varying capacities.
