MEDIA RELEASE
10 September 2012
Halberg Trust Appoints New CEO
The Halberg Trust has appointed Geoff Burgess, currently Principal of Saint Kentigern School in Remuera, to the position
of Chief Executive.
The Halberg Trust was founded by Sir Murray Halberg nearly 50 years ago with the objectives of enabling disabled people
to participate in sport and recreation, and honouring sporting excellence. While the Halberg Trust’s showpiece, the
annual Westpac Halberg Awards, is NZ’s pre-eminent sports awards, the purpose of the Trust is to “enhance the lives of
physically disabled young people, their families and communities, by enabling them to participate in sport.”
Mr Burgess who has a distinguished career in education, with more than 30 years as a principal, the last 19 as head of
Saint Kentigern School in Auckland, says it “is exciting to be offered the chance to lead such an iconic New Zealand
organisation which has already made a big mark in the disability sector.”
“I am delighted to accept this wonderful opportunity that will exercise my skills in a challenging and rewarding
environment. Working with the Halberg team is a privilege that will inspire me in my new role.”
Halberg Trust chairman Mike Jeffcoat says around 70 applications were received to fill the position. “In recent times
the Halberg Trust has reconfirmed its purpose and objectives and is now entering an exciting new phase. Geoff stood out
amongst some outstanding candidates and we are confident that we have found a Chief Executive with great energy, vision
and, above all, the skills to further enhance the lives of physically disabled young people, their families and
communities, by enabling them to participate in sport.”
Halberg Trust National Manager, Nicki Turner will act as interim CEO of the Halberg Trust until Mr Burgess, commences in
the role.
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