PacSuper today formally announced the appointment of Mr. Tony Westaway and Ms. Linda Paru to its Board of Directors, further enhancing the Fund’s leadership capability and commitment to delivering for its members.
Mr. Westaway is the former CEO of MiBank in Papua New Guinea and an experienced Company Director who has served on a number of Boards. A strong advocate for financial inclusion, he was instrumental in driving transformation across the banking sector and initiated the first bank-led deployment of a mobile wallet in the South Pacific, MiCash. Mr. Westaway holds a Master of Business Administration from Torrens University, Australia, and a Master of Leadership in Development Finance from the Frankfurt School of Finance & Management, Germany.
Ms. Paru is a seasoned Human Resources leader and strategic business partner with deep expertise across Papua New Guinea, Asia, and the Pacific. With a passion for talent development and leadership mentoring, she has supported high-potential leaders and championed capacity building across the region. Ms. Paru is also a strong advocate for advancing women in leadership, actively mentoring and building networks of women professionals.
PacSuper CEO Chris Hagan said the appointments reflect the Fund’s commitment to strong governance and to delivering better outcomes for members.
“We are delighted to welcome Tony and Linda to the Board. Their experience, insight, and leadership will further strengthen PacSuper’s governance and ensure we continue to put members at the centre of everything we do.”
Jason McIlvena, Chair of the PacSuper Board welcomed the appointments, noting that the additional skills and perspectives would be invaluable as the Fund continues to grow and evolve.
“Tony brings financial services and transformation expertise, while Linda offers deep knowledge of people, culture, and leadership development. Together, they bring a wealth of experience that will serve our members well.”
Whilst formally announced today, Ms. Paru’s appointment was effective on 20 June 2025, and Mr. Westaway’s appointment on 24 July 2025.