The Trustee
Mercy Super Pty Ltd is the corporate trustee responsible for the operation of the Fund. The Trustee comprises equal numbers of Employer and Member Directors who are responsible for managing the Fund on behalf of all Members in accordance with the Trust Deed. Details regarding the Trustee and its Directors are contained in the Annual Report.
The Trustee is a representative of all Members of the Fund and of the Employers providing Member benefits. The Principal Employer to the Fund appoints the Employer Directors, whilst Members elect the Member Directors.
The Directors of the Trustee Company are responsible for all issues in relation to the operation of the Fund including administration, investment, management, and liaison with the Employer where relevant.
Director Profiles
Dr John O'Donnell, Chairman, Appointed by Employer.
John holds the position of Chief Executive Officer Mater Misericordiae Health Services Brisbane. John has been a Director of the Fund since 9 November 2001.
Mr Chris Townend, Director, Appointed by Employer
Chris holds the position of Chief Financial Officer with Mercy Super Brisbane Congregation. He has been a Director of the Fund since July 2009. Chris also operates a successful consultancy.
Mr Brendan O'Farrell, Director, Appointed by Employer
Brendan was involved with the Fund administration and management from 1992-2003. Currently Brendan is the Chief Executive of Intrust Super Fund. He took up his position as Director of the Fund in July 2004.
Mr Chris Beilby, Director, Member Elected
Chris is currently the the Communications Manager at an industry super fund. He has had extensive experience in the superannuation industry having served as Trustee on the large Brisbane City Council superannuation plan for a number of years. Chris took up his position as Director of the Fund in July 2004.
Ms Cheryl Clayton, Director, Member Elected
Cheryl is the Director of Clinical Services for Mater Private Redlands Hospital. Cheryl took up the position of Director of the Fund in July 2007.
Dr John Hinds, Director, Member Elected
John recently retired as the Director of Pathology for Mater Health Services. John took up the position of Director of the Fund in July 2007.