New Year of opportunities
It's delightful to be able to meet in person once again, both in co-ops and in the CEHL boardroom.
The CEHL Board is pleased to see much-needed financial support flow to our sector from the State Government, dedicated for maintenance as well as funds for new homes to be built. The Board’s approach to capital investment is guided by co-op Future Direction Plans and we appreciate the ongoing work co-ops put into keeping dialogue open with CEHL employees about co-op future plans and aspirations.
Thanks and gratitude to retiring Board director Stephen Copland
Many thanks to Stephen Copland for his contribution to the CEHL Board and Property Committee over the past five years. Stephen’s insights, experience in planning, property development and leadership as Chair of the Property Committee has been invaluable to the Program. We are in deep gratitude for his service and wish Stephen all the best in his retirement.
Welcome Jean Nankin to the CEHL Board
We welcome Jean Nankin to the CEHL Board. Jean has over 25 years extensive experience in acquiring and developing properties across retail, social housing and State Government sectors. Jean’s expertise and knowledge will be invaluable in this time of opportunity.
Meet the CEHL Board
The CEHL Board is responsible for the strategic management and financial performance of and governance of the organisation. There is a deep breadth of co-op member and sector experience working for the collective interests of our organisation and the co-operative movement.
The 2021 CEHL Board is:
Co-op elected Directors – elected by CEHL Shareholder co-ops for a two-year term
- Heidi Lee – Chairperson
- Robyn Evans – Deputy Chair and Chair of the Policy Advisory Committee
- Fiona Herman
- Sylwia Greda-Bogusz (OAM)
- Gordon Kieselbach
Appointed Directors – appointed by the Board for a five-year term, for their expertise in law, finance, real estate, housing or other like disciplines
- Keith Bayliss
- Tony De Domenico (OAM)
- Jean Nankin
- Brodie Woodland
- Samantha Winter
Managing Director – appointed by the Board to manage operations of the organisation
- Stephen Nash
I encourage you to find out more about all CEHL board members on the website under About CEHL/Governance/Board members
Strategic Plan development
Thank you for the work so far from the Co-op Program Committee and contribution from co-ops who provided valuable insights that will be incorporated in the development of the new strategic plan. There has been consultation and input from internal (Senior Leadership Team, Board) and external stakeholders (co-ops and sector representatives) in a thorough collaborative process. For more details read Strategic Plan 2025 – next steps article.
We anticipate the 2025 strategic plan to be finalised and published by June 2021. If you have any questions please contact your Co-op Development Coordinator for further information.
Stay safe, I look forward to seeing you at COVID safe gatherings, as soon as we can.
Yours in co-operation,
Heidi Lee