Board

Chris Cuffe AO

Chairman

Chris has many years of experience in building successful wealth management practices, most notably at Colonial First State which he joined in 1988. He was instrumental in taking the company from a…

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Board, Senior Leadership

David Ward

Executive Director / Technical Director

David worked in banking for nearly 20 years before moving into the philanthropy sector. In that time, he held senior positions at ANZ, including Chief Economist (New Zealand) and General Manager, Investor…

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Board

Belinda Hutchinson AC

Non-executive director

Belinda Hutchinson AC is Chancellor of the University of Sydney, Chairman of Thales Australia, Chairman of Future Generation Global Investment Company, a Director of Qantas Airways Limited and a Trustee of St…

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Gail Kelly

Non-executive director

Gail’s executive banking career spanned 35 years, split equally between South Africa and Australia. While in South Africa, Gail held a number of senior executive positions in the Nedbank Group. Gail served…

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Board

Dan Phillips

Non-executive director

Dan joined Macquarie in January 1989 and was appointed as an Executive Director in 1996. Prior to joining Macquarie, Dan worked in the Taxation Division of Price Waterhouse for seven years from…

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Board

Jan Swinhoe

Non-executive director

Jan’s executive career spanned over 30 years in the banking and superannuation sectors. Jan commenced her non-executive career in 2011 and is currently Chair of Mercer Superannuation Australia Limited, President of Athletics…

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Board

Michael Traill AM

Non-executive director

Michael joined Social Ventures Australia as founding CEO in 2002 after 15 years as a co-founder and Executive Director of Macquarie Group’s private equity arm, Macquarie Direct Investment. He is Chair of…

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Board

John McMurdo

Non-executive director

John has more than 35 years’ experience in investment management, private client advisory, wealth management and philanthropy across Australia and New Zealand. He is currently Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of…

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Board

Graeme McKenzie

Non-executive director

Graeme was appointed as an APS Director in November 2024.  At EY for 40 years, the last 28 as partner, Graeme held numerous leadership positions, serving as the Chief Operating Officer for…

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Patrons

Timothy Fairfax AC

Patron

Tim was an inaugural non-executive director with Australian Philanthropic Services (APS) for 11 years. Tim’s commitment to philanthropy, advocacy for making a difference and action in inspiring new generations have been important…

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Patrons

David Gonski AC

Patron

David is Chancellor of the University of New South Wales and Chairman of the UNSW Foundation Ltd. He is President of the Art Gallery of NSW Trust, Non-Executive Chairman of Barrenjoey Capital…

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Senior Leadership

Judith Fiander

Chief Executive Officer

Judith is a leading authority on ancillary funds and is a passionate believer in the power of structured philanthropy to make a difference in the world.

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Senior Leadership

Fiona Higgins

Specialist Adviser, Giving

Fiona is a social impact leader with two decades of executive and governance experience in the Australian for-purpose sector.

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Senior Leadership, Relationship Management

Pennie Loane

Head of Advisory

Pennie has worked in corporate finance, project finance and as an investment analyst both in the UK and in Australia. Most recently, she managed the Australian Chamber Orchestra Instrument Fund.

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Senior Leadership, Relationship Management

Rachael Rofe

Head of the APS Foundation

Rachael’s role as Head of the APS Foundation is the ideal combination of her legal expertise and passion for structured giving.

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Senior Leadership

Kate Stone

Head of Philanthropic Giving

Kate leads the team helping our clients to navigate the charity landscape, develop impactful giving strategies and feel rewarded by their philanthropic decisions.

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Senior Leadership

Niki Allen

Head of Marketing and Partnerships

As our Head of Marketing and Partnerships team, Niki brings a wealth of experience from the funds management and superannuation sectors, and a strong understanding of both professional services and direct marketing.

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Senior Leadership

Mylee Nguyen

Head of Operations

Mylee’s journey with APS started as a Certified Financial Planner referring private clients to our services. She plays a key role in helping to shape and deliver APS’s strategic plans.

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Relationship Management

Kate Bowditch

Partnerships and Development, National & WA

Kate works in collaboration with professional advisers to deliver structured giving education and services to clients.

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Relationship Management

Frances Deegan

Adviser, NSW & Company Secretary

Frances is passionate about ensuring that her clients’ values and experiences inform their giving, and help their chosen organisations to achieve change in the community.

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Relationship Management

Kate Lade

Adviser, NSW & ACT

Kate’s career spans 18 years in the not-for-profit sector, leading fundraising teams and supporting philanthropists in both Australia and overseas.

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Relationship Management

Stephanie Macintosh

Adviser, NSW

Stephanie has over a decade of experience in professional consultancy as a corporate tax adviser before moving to the not-for-profit sector in finance and secretariat roles, and now an advisory role at Australian Philanthropic Services.

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Relationship Management

Elyse Cook

Adviser, NSW

Elyse’s career has spanned both corporate and private philanthropy across the areas of giving, social impact, strategy and governance.

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Relationship Management

Peter Peacock

Adviser, VIC

Peter’s professional background spans more than 20 years of experience in financial services across accounting, investments and financial planning.

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Relationship Management

Susan Power

Adviser, VIC

Susan has more than 20 years’ experience in communication, stakeholder relations, social impact, strategy and governance.

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