MSO Chairman, David Li AM, today announced the appointment of three new Directors to the MSO Board: former Victorian Minister of Creative Industries and Health Minister Martin Foley, investment manager Edgar Myer and corporate leadership and risk management expert Mary Waldron.
“We are delighted to welcome three extraordinary leaders to the MSO Board,” said Li. “These distinguished individuals bring exceptional relevance and expertise. Each has proven leadership, corporate and creative sector experience to contribute to the governance of the MSO.”
Martin Foley is a former State MP based in Melbourne. Over four terms he held diverse portfolios across Health, Mental Health, Social Care and Creative Industries. He served as Australia’s first Minister for Equality, established the first cultural policy for the State in 20 years (Creative State), and was Minister for Creative Industries from 2014- 2020. Mr Foley is currently a Board Member of RISING Festival.
“After serving in government I am now focused on working with organisations to make a positive difference in health, social care and the creative sectors. I’m looking forward to working on the MSO Board and contributing to the ongoing success of the MSO,” said Foley.
Mary Waldron was previously PwC’s Global Chief Risk Officer and a member of the PwC Global Leadership team. She has almost 30 years’ experience in providing assurance and advisory services and advice to some of Australia’s largest listed national and multinational public companies, CEOs and Directors. Ms Waldron was a Director of Opera Australia (2013-2016) and the Melbourne Recital Centre (2005-2016).
“I am delighted to have the opportunity to join the MSO board. I look forward to working with Chairman Li and fellow Board Directors and the Managing Director to support the MSO in a period of exciting and innovative growth,” said Waldron.
Edgar Myer is a qualified lawyer and investor who worked at top-tier law firms in Sydney and New York City before returning to Melbourne where he moved into private investment management. Mr Myer has also served on the board of a number of social impact initiatives, including as chairman of the Conference of Australian and Indonesian Youth, and is currently a member of the Kenneth Myer Innovation Fellowships Committee.
“It's a wonderful honour to join the MSO Board. The MSO executive, management, artistic team and musicians are an exceptional group of talented professionals. As a champion for the appreciation and production of high quality music, I share their passion for music and performance and look forward to contributing to this wonderful cultural institution,” Myer said.
Mr Li also acknowledged the contributions of departing Board Directors, Danny Gorog and Hyon-Ju Newman. “My sincere thanks go to Danny and Hyon-Ju for their work in ensuring the MSO’s success since 2014 and 2017 respectively. They will continue to be a vital part of the MSO community.”
