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Richard was a member of the Medbury School Trust Board from 2013 to 2020, joining again in 2023. Richard is a Chartered Accountant and was awarded a Fellowship by Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ). He holds a Bachelor of Business in Accounting and Finance from Massey University, is an Associate of the Executor and Trustee Institute and holds several governance roles. Richard is a born and bred Southlander and lives in Christchurch with his wife Maria.
James is a qualified accountant and has extensive experience in senior management roles both in New Zealand and overseas. His 40-year career has been primarily spent in the service sector, with the last 10 years based in Singapore with overview responsibility for Finance, HR, IT and Governance matters across 19 Asian countries. Having returned to Christchurch, James now enjoys time with his children and grandchildren. James is a strong believer in the benefits offered to parents and students through having an independent school option. James is also a member of the Medbury School Foundation Board and a Trustee at Selwyn House. He is also a director of several private companies. James is a Medbury School Old Boy.
Sam has significant experience in Management Accounting and Corporate Finance and has always had a strong interest in financial technology and automation. He spent 3 years in Hong Kong working for a niche consulting firm which allows him to bring a different approach to the businesses he works with. Sam has extensive experience in budgeting, forecasting, project management and business strategy. He is a Qualified Chartered Accountant in New Zealand and a Certified Public Accountant in Hong Kong. Sam is a committee member of the Medbury School Old Boys' Association.
Gretchen is a Chartered Organisational Psychologist with extensive experience in consulting and in-house roles. She specialises in organisational development, transformational change, team functioning, and leadership development. After completing her graduate studies, Gretchen joined a leading New Zealand consulting firm as an organisational development and executive recruitment specialist. She then moved client side as the Head of Organisational Development and subsequently, the Head of Human Resources in a multi-national agribusiness. In 2018 Gretchen founded a specialist consulting firm which collaborates with a wide range of organisations to achieve their strategic objectives. She has completed assignments in New Zealand, Australia, Europe, South America and North America. Gretchen is married to Nick, and they have two sons at Medbury.
Hilary Walton is an experienced governance professional with a strong background in technology, risk management, and digital culture. Currently a Technology Strategist at Microsoft, she has held key roles such as CISO at Kordia Group and strategic positions at MI5 and the London 2012 Olympics. With expertise in AI, cybersecurity, and digital transformation, Hilary is committed to ethical and effective technological advancements. She serves on the Christchurch City Council’s Audit and Risk Management Committee, demonstrating her dedication to robust governance practices. An accomplished author and digital influencer, Hilary shares her insights through her book on security culture and her "Digital Culture Ideas" YouTube and podcast show. As a board member, Hilary aims to leverage her extensive experience to support Medbury School in achieving its strategic goals, ensuring that the institution continues to uphold its values of integrity, excellence, and innovation.
Simon is an experienced business owner and director with a strong background in governance, financial oversight, and strategic planning. He operates several businesses in Christchurch, including largest BP service stations cluster in the country, a car rental company, and employing over 100 staff. Simon also serves on the board of the BP Independent Dealer Co-operative, where he supports members nationwide with operations, planning, and compliance. In addition, he is a trust board member of the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra, contributing his expertise to support the arts and cultural community.
A Bachelor of Commerce graduate from Lincoln University, Simon brings a wealth of commercial expertise to the Medbury School Trust Board. He is also a proud Medbury parent, with his son Richie Tu having attended the school over the past eight years. Recently graduate at 2024.Simon is passionate about community engagement and long-term sustainability and is committed to supporting the continued success of Medbury School
Gavin has substantial experience in financial markets and corporate finance, having worked in the banking sector in New Zealand, UK and Hong Kong. While in Hong Kong, Gavin oversaw Treasury management across multiple North Asia sites for an Australasian bank.Upon returning to Christchurch, Gavin was initially a Director of a commercial property investment company, before joining a local boutique investment banking firm where he now focuses on mergers and acquisitions, capital raising, and corporate advisory mandates.Gavin is a CFA® Charterholder and holds degrees from the University of Canterbury in Commerce and Science. He is married to Charmaine, and they have two sons who attend Medbury.
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