WiseTech Global Limited (ASX:WTC)

Richard joined the Board in December 2021 and was appointed Chair 1 April 2024. Richard is also Chair of the Nomination Committee.

In addition to his role as Chair of WiseTech Global, Richard serves on the boards of Australia Post, Salta Properties Pty Ltd and Pinchgut Opera Ltd. He is also the Chair of the Australian Ballet, one of Australia’s leading cultural institutions. 

His previous directorships include Aussie Broadband Limited (ASX:ABB), leading data analytics group, Quantium Group, Australian Leisure and Hospitality Group (now part of ASX-listed Endeavour Group), Nexus Day Hospitals Group, Chair of Creative Partnerships Australia and Chair of Doctor Care Anywhere PLC (ASX:DOC).

As a senior executive, Richard has held leadership positions in a number of large Australasian listed companies, both in general management and as a corporate lawyer. He has worked with, and advised, boards of directors since the early 1990s. 

He holds a BA (Hons) and an LLB from Monash University, an MBA from the University of Melbourne, and a PhD from the University of Cambridge (Trinity College). He is a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, and an adjunct professor at Monash University’s Business School where he has taught corporate governance in the MBA programs.

Lisa joined the Board in February 2024 and is Chair of the Audit & Risk Committee.

Lisa is an independent Non-Executive Director at Macquarie Technology Group Limited (ASX: MAQ) and Adelaide Airport Limited. Her previous directorships include Star Track Express and Australian Air Express.

Prior to commencing her non-executive career, Lisa held a number of senior executive positions at the Qantas Group, including as CEO of Qantas Freight Enterprises.

Lisa is a Chartered Accountant and holds an Honors Degree majoring in Mathematics from the University of Birmingham, UK, and a Master of Applied Finance from Macquarie University. She is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, a Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales and a member of Chief Executive Women.

Charles joined the Board in 2006, served as Chair from 2006 to September 2018, and has been a shareholder since 2005.

Charles is currently a director of Shearwater Capital Pty Ltd and has previously been a director of Monbeef Pty Ltd, Photolibrary Pty Ltd and the ASX-listed Health Communication Network Limited.

Charles has more than 20 years of experience in institutional funds management. He was a member of the Investment Committee of Quadrant Capital Funds I, II and III for Quadrant Private Equity, and has served as the CEO of Russell Private Equity and CEO of Risk Averse Money Managers Pty Ltd, as a director of Morgan Grenfell Australia, and as an associate director of Schroders Australia.

Charles holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from Otago University and a Master of Commerce (Hons) from the University of Canterbury.

Maree co-founded WiseTech Global with Richard White in 1994 and has been an Executive Director since 1996.

One of Australia’s most successful female tech founders, Maree has more than 30 years of senior executive experience across the logistics, supply chain and technology industries. Her extensive knowledge across business and administrative operations, account management, customer service, and quality assurance, has been instrumental in WiseTech’s rapid growth and in driving a productivity-first approach.

Maree is Head of License Management and is also a Company Secretary at WiseTech Global. Prior to co-founding WiseTech Global, Maree worked at Real Tech Systems Integration and Clear Group.

Michael joined the Board in December 2021.

Michael is an Australian-based entrepreneur, business executive, and professional director with more than 20 years’ experience across the technology, telecommunications and media industries. In addition to serving on the Board of WiseTech Global, Michael is currently a non-executive director at ASX-listed Jumbo Interactive Limited (ASX: JIN), Seven West Media Limited (ASX: SWM), the National Broadband Network (NBN Co) and Health Engine Ltd. He co-founded and chaired Diamond Cyber Security, from 2015 until its sale to CyberCX in 2020. Michael's previous directorships include the Axicom Group and ASX-listed DUG Technology Ltd.

Michael founded iiNet in 1993 and continued as CEO until his retirement in 2014. He has also co-founded and grown multiple for-profit and not-for-profit companies including .au Domain Administration and Autism West (now Spectrum Space).

Michael is a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, the Australian Institute of Management and the Australian Computer Society. He holds a Bachelor of Science (Mathematics) and a post graduate Diploma in Education, both from the University of Western Australia.

Fiona joined the Board in February 2024 and is Chair of the People & Remuneration Committee.

Fiona Pak-Poy is a professional non-executive director with more than 30 years’ experience across a wide range of industries including technology and SaaS businesses, fintech, eCommerce and healthcare as a venture capitalist, consultant, advisor and director.

Fiona is currently the Chair at Tyro Payments Limited (ASX: TYR), Non-executive director at HMC Capital Limited (ASX:HMC), Silicon Quantum Computing and Kain Lawyers. Her previous directorships with listed companies, private and government entities include MYOB Limited, iSentia Group Limited, Novotech, PageUp People Limited, SIRCA (the Securities Research Centre of South-East Asia), Innovation Australia as well as serving on the ASIC director Advisory Panel. Fiona previously worked as a strategy consultant with The Boston Consulting Group and an engineer.

Fiona holds an Honours Degree in Engineering from the University of Adelaide and an MBA from Harvard Business School. She is a member of Chief Executive Women and a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.