Synergy Group Australia Announces Corporate Board and Governance Charter

Following a strategic review where we assessed the requirements needed for our firm to successfully position itself for the next stage of growth, the decision was made to establish a formal corporate board and governance charter that clearly defines the roles of shareholders, the Board, the CEO, and the Partnership group.

We have introduced independent directors to the board in addition to the major shareholders. We are honoured to announce that Lucille Halloran and Martin Bowles, AO PSM have agreed to join the Synergy Group Board as independent directors who will help guide and drive the future direction of the firm. Lucille and Martin will be joining Synergy Group's original founders Robert Kennedy, Mark Pattrick, and Pat Quade to form Synergy Group's official board consisting of five total directors.

Both possessing a wealth of knowledge and experience. Lucille Halloran has had a vast international career with global consulting firms culminating as the EY Lead Partner for Asia-Pacific Government and Public Sector markets. In addition to her role with Synergy Group, Lucille contributes at Board level to Calvary Health Care, Centrestone Capital, and the Canberra Symphony Orchestra.

Martin Bowles is an Australian healthcare executive, and former senior public servant. He is currently the national CEO of Calvary Health Care and was previously Secretary of the Department of Health (2014–17) and the Department of Immigration (2012–14) in the Australian public service.

Chairman, Robert Kennedy said:

“On behalf of all at Synergy Group it is an honour and a privilege to have people of Lucille and Martin’s calibre agree to join our Board. Their proven capabilities and wealth of experience will be a key catalyst necessary for Synergy Group to achieve its full potential as it launches into our next stage of growth”.

On her appointment as Board member, Lucille Halloran said:

“Over the past two years as advisor to Synergy Group, I have witnessed firsthand the extent to which Synergy Group is true to its purpose and values – caring for its people, the clients they serve and the community within which they reside. I’m delighted with the opportunity to continue with the Synergy Group Board in setting the direction and shaping its future.”

Martin Bowles said:

“It’s a wonderful opportunity to join Synergy Group. It puts its people first and provides a unique perspective on complex strategy and policy challenges. I look forward to working with the team to help set the direction for the future of the company.”

Not wasting any time, the new Board is reviewing the vision and strategy of our firm for the next 3 to 5 years. This work is well under way and will be released in the near future.