Board of Patrons
The Inspire Foundation has four patrons:
Her Excellency Professor Marie Bashir AC CVO (Patron-in-Chief)
Professor Marie Bashir is the first woman to be appointed Governor of New South Wales, assumed office in 2001. Professor Bashir has been a supporter of Inspire since Reach Out was launched in early 1998. She was an inaugural member of the Reach Out National Advisory Council in her capacity as Area Director of Mental Health Services Central Sydney, and as a medical specialist for young people.
Geoff Handbury AO
Geoff Handbury is owner and director of Ace Radio Broadcasters, operating in six rural areas in Victoria. Geoff and his late wife, Helen, have been active in supporting Inspire since 1999.
The Hon. Warwick Smith (Founding Patron)
Warwick Smith is the ANZ Chairman for New South Wales and Australian Capital Territory, Chairman of E*TRADE Ltd and Chairman of the Advisory Board of Australian Capital Equity. Prior to this, Warwick was a Senior Executive Director with Macquarie Bank Limited. He has provided strong support and commitment to Inspire for many years and whilst Minister for Family Services, launched the Reach Out Service in early 1998.
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