Scottie was appointed to the Foundation Board in late 2020. He brings to the board experience in governance, having served the community via the Rotary Club of Whakatane for many years, recently completing a term as the Rotary District Governor for a large part of the central North Island. 

Scottie is married to Jill, and together with the support of their family they have grown and maintained a significant dairy farming operation in the Awakeri District. Scottie & Jill have encouraged and championed many young people into dairy farming as a lifelong career, as well as being very supportive of the rural sector through tough times.  

In his 'spare' time, Scottie enjoys getting out and about with Jill, cycling and exploring our gorgeous countryside.  Scottie was appointed as deputy Chair in February 2021.