Led by Chairman Dr John Schubert, Chairman of the Commonwealth Bank, the Foundation’s Board of Directors comprises representatives of Australian business, science and philanthropy. This mix reflects the charter of the Foundation to bring all three sectors together through investment in research initiatives that aim to maximise the sustainability of the Reef for the benefit of all Australians.
The Board’s primary role is to ensure that the Foundation’s activities are directed towards achieving its mission; the raising and provision of funding to support research contributing to the environmental protection, enhancement, preservation and conservation of tropical reefs and adjoining coral coasts.
The Board also provides strategic advice to management on the needs and expectations of the private sector and plays an important role in engaging a wider audience about the issues facing the Reef.