Board Members
As a not-for-profit, our board works tirelessly to empower startups and small businesses through advisory services, strategic insights, and community engagement.
Neel Chand
Chairperson
Neel Chand is CEO of Penrith RSL, a Chartered Accountant with 15 years of experience in business and marketing.
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Peter Berger
Deputy Chairperson
Peter Berger has been a board member since 1988. He is a Chartered Accountant and company auditor.
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Katherine Hawes
Director
At Digital Age Lawyers, Katherine focuses on making legal information understandable and actionable for both small business clients and individuals. Katherine focuses on commercial law with the associated family and
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Donald Luscombe
Director
Donald Luscombe has over 45 years of experience in public accounting, focusing on auditing, taxation, and management.
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Jason Stone
Director
Jason Stone has over 29 years of experience in the club industry, including six years as General Manager of Penrith Panthers.
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Ian Hicks
Director
Ian Hicks has lived in Penrith for years, runs three businesses, and mentors local tradespeople and apprentices.
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Diane Azzopardi
Honorary Secretary
Diane is a Chartered Accountant with over 15 years of experience, running Direct Accounting since 2001.
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Mark Streater
Honorary Treasurer
Mark has been with Westpac for over 30 years, becoming Penrith Bank Manager in July 2009.
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