The SMSF Association has appointed Christine Franks to its board of directors to take on the role of governance expert, effective 1 January 2024.
Franks’ credentials include being a fellow of the Institute of Company Directors, chair, chief executive and founder of Women in Aid and Development, director of Gateway Bank, a member of Peridot Directors and convenor of the Sydney Chairs Circle.
“We are thrilled to have someone with Christine’s varied experiences join the board. She will be an invaluable addition, particularly with her breadth of knowledge gained from various board appointments and experience in governance, marketing and consumer research,” SMSF Association chair Scott Hay-Bartlem said of the appointment.
“The association and the superannuation sector are constantly evolving and adjusting to legislative changes, so to have someone that can be a positive voice in these conversations at all levels, as well as for our members, better positions us to make the correct strategic decisions for the SMSF sector.”
Franks joins the industry body’s board due to Robyn FitzRoy’s retirement, which took effect on 23 November.
“The association is indebted to Robyn, who has generously given her time and effort for the six years she has been on the board and we thank her for her invaluable contribution,” Hay-Bartlem noted.
Responding to the opportunity, Franks said: “It’s a pleasure and privilege to be asked to join the board and I look forward to participating in the strategic conversations about how to grow both the association and our superannuation sector in the coming years and achieve better outcomes for our members.”
In addition to her involvement with the various organisations mentioned above, Franks also brings experience in the fields of fundraising, marketing, consumer research and customer service across the not-for-profit, public and commercial sectors.
Further, she was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia in 2020 for her service to the community through social welfare initiatives.
