The Active Super Board and executive team work together with one purpose: to help our members live their best lives.
MEET OUR BOARD AND EXECUTIVE TEAM
Kyle Loades
MBA, FAICD
Independent Chair
Independent Chair appointed 22 October 2019
Committee memberships
Governance, Remuneration and Nomination Committee, Member Services Committee, Risk Committee
Other current roles
Director, Great Southern Bank, and subsidiary Credicorp Insurance Pty Ltd
Chair Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI)
Director, AMA Group Limited
Qualifications
Master of Business Administration
Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (FAICD)
Diploma of Superannuation, Australian Institute of Superannuation Trustees
Cr Karen McKeown
OAM, BCom, GAICD, GAIST
Deputy Chair
Appointed by Local Government NSW on 10 April 2018, re-appointed on 10 April 2022
Committee memberships
Governance, Remuneration and Nomination Committee (Chair), Member Services Committee
Other current roles
State Member for Penrith
Penrith City Councillor
Hawkesbury River County Council Councillor (Chair)
Director, Penrith Performing & Visual Arts Pty Ltd
Director, Local Government NSW Board
Qualifications
Bachelor of Commerce
Labour Law Certificate
Executive Certificate for Elected Members
Graduate, Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD)
Graduate, Australian Institute of Superannuation Trustees (GAIST)
Craig Peate
GAICD, GAIST (Adv.)
Deputy Chair
Appointed by the United Services Union on 25 October 2012
Committee memberships
Governance, Remuneration and Nomination Committee, Investment Committee (Chair)
Other current roles
Director, Australian Institute of Superannuation Trustees
Director, Dunnara Debt Services Pty Ltd
Qualifications
Graduate, Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD)
Graduate, Australian Institute of Superannuation Trustees (GIAST (Adv.))
Associate Diploma in Local Government
Certificate III and IV in Financial Services
Certificate in Management and Leadership
Claudia Bels
BEc/LLB (Hons), Grad Cert BA (Exec), FAICD, GAIST
Independent Director
Independent Director appointed 13 January 2020
Committee memberships
Audit and Compliance Committee, Governance, Remuneration and Nomination Committee, Risk Committee (Chair)
Other current roles
CBHS Corporate Health Pty Limited
Independent Non-Executive Director
Chair Audit and Risk Committees
Australia & New Zealand Recycling Platform Limited
Independent Non-Executive Director; Deputy Chair
Chair Nominations & Remuneration Committee
Member Audit Governance & Risk Committee
Australian Settlements Limited
Independent Non-Executive Director
Chair Risk Committee and Contracts & Pricing Committee
Member Audit Committee, Capital Committee and Governance Committee
Qualifications
Diploma for the Company Directors Course, AICD,
Graduate Certificate Business Administration (Exec), Monash Mt Eliza
Bachelor of Laws (Hons), University of Sydney
Bachelor of Economics (Economics/Accounting majors), University of Sydney
Graduate of the Trustee Director Course, Australian Institute of Superannuation Trustees (GAIST)
Gordon Brock
BEcon, MLL, GAICD, GAIST (Adv.)
Appointed by the Local Government Engineers Association (LGEA) on 31 August 2016
Committee memberships
Investment Committee, and Member Services Committee (Chair)
Other current roles
Director, Professionals Australia (NSW)
Qualifications
Bachelor of Economics
Masters in Labour Law
Graduate, Australian Institute of Superannuation Trustees (GIAST (Adv.))
Cr Declan Clausen
MSc, BE, GAICD, GAIST
Appointed by Local Government NSW on 26 March 2021
Committee memberships
Audit and Compliance Committee (Chair), Investment Committee, Risk Committee
Other current roles
Deputy Lord Mayor, City of Newcastle
Executive Officer, Hunter Water Corporation
Director, Newcastle Art Gallery Foundation
Qualifications
Master of Science (Sustainable Urban Development)
Harvard Bloomberg City Leadership Program, Harvard University
Bachelor of Engineering
Graduate, Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD)
Graduate, Australian Institute of Superannuation Trustees (GAIST)
Cr Nathan Hagarty
BInSt., GAICD, GAIST
Appointed by Local Government NSW on 5 December 2021
Committee memberships
Audit and Compliance Committee, Member Services Committee, Risk Committee
Other current roles
Member for Leppington, NSW Parliament
Liverpool City Councillor
Qualifications
Bachelor of International Studies
Graduate, Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD)
Graduate, Australian Institute of Superannuation Trustees (GAIST)
Cr Gregory (Greg) McLean
OAM, GAICD, GAIST (Adv.)
Appointed by the United Services Union on 6 June 2018
Committee memberships
Audit and Compliance Committee, Member Services Committee, Risk Committee
Other current roles
Councillor, Sutherland Shire Council
Qualifications
Graduate of the Australian Institute Company Directors Course (GAICD)
Advanced Trustee Director Course, Australian Institute of Superannuation Trustees (GAIST (Adv.))
Postgraduate Labour Law Course, University of Technology Sydney
Postgraduate Industrial Law Course, NSW Law Society
Sandi Orleow
BCom, B.Acc, CFA, GAICD
Independent Director appointed 22 October 2019
Committee memberships
Audit and Compliance Committee, Investment Committee, and Member Services Committee
Other current roles
Member, Investment Advisory Board, ACT Treasury
Director, CFA Society Sydney Board
Director, and Audit & Risk Committee Chair, Pengana International Equities Ltd (ASX:PIA)
Member, Backbone Investment Committee
Qualifications
Bachelor of Commerce
Post Graduate Bachelor of Accounting
Chartered Financial Analyst
Graduate, Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAISD)
Donna Heffernan
Acting Chief Executive Officer and Company Secretary
Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting), CPA
"Our focus is on long-term returns for our members as well as a truly sustainable future for our environment."
Donna Heffernan has over 30 years’ experience in the finance industry, initially in accounting, auditing and taxation, and has held senior positions in both the private and government sectors. During the last 15 years, she has specialised in compliance and governance within the superannuation industry. Donna has been a member of the Board of the Australian Council of Superannuation Investors since June 2019.
Andrew Gledhill
Chief Product and Retirement Solutions Officer
FAIST
Andrew Gledhill has over 35 years of expertise in the superannuation industry across both both retail and not-for-profit funds, and has held senior positions involving administration, business development and governance with a variety of organisations.
Chantal Walker
Chief Member Experience and Growth Officer
Bachelor of Business Science (Economics & Marketing)
"Active Super is one of the industry's 'best kept secrets'. The brand has long been associated with responsible investments and service delivery tailored to the local needs of its members. Its true members first approach continually ensures members' needs are not only understood but met.”
With over 25 years’ experience in brand building and marketing, Chantal Walker has gained broad experience across both start-up technology and leading brands in Australia, North America and South Africa. She has held senior marketing positions at Qantas, Foxtel, Telstra, Vodafone and HSBC.
Craig Turnbull
Chief Investment Officer
Bachelor of Economics, CFA
"When we make investments, we are really investing our members' future; so it's a very important responsibility."
Craig Turnbull has worked in the investment sector for over 30 years as a portfolio manager, a fund manager and a chief investment officer, developing an expert understanding of both local and international equity markets.
Craig joined the management team in July 2008.
Peter Gilmore
Chief Financial and Commercial Officer
Bachelor of Business, FCPA
“Our main aim as a super fund is to provide best quality outcomes for members and stakeholders, and my role is to develop and enhance the commercial platforms and the third-party relationships needed to achieve those outcomes.”
Peter has over 30 years’ post-qualification experience, including 20 years in banking and financial services with both global and member-based organisations.
Bartlomiej Kula
Chief Risk Officer
Bart has extensive expertise in risk management, governance, legal, and compliance in financial services. As Chief Risk Officer, he plays a crucial role in the Executive Leadership Team, supporting the Board Chair and Risk Committee Chair while maintaining a robust risk framework. Bart's primary focus is on protecting members best financial interest and to secure their retirement. His legal background complements his risk skills, enabling him to navigate complex regulations adeptly.
Tim Carmichael
Head of Human Resources
Masters in Business Science (Stanford), Law Degree (LLB), Bachelor of Mathematical Sciences
"The people of Active Super are united around our core values; Member Focus, High Performance, Collaboration, Agility and Responsibility. It’s awesome to see the outcomes for members that this team delivers through the focus and agility this enables.”
With over 20 years’ experience in building highly engaged cultures, Tim has gained broad experience in HR and general management roles across both start-up digital environments and at scale. He has previously lead the HR function in Amazon Operations Australia, Open Colleges and Optus.
