Potter, who has already commenced with this role as of 3 June, joins CareSuper as a member-representative director nominated by the Australian Services Union (ASU), while Davy joins the super fund as an employer-representative director (set to commence on 18 July), being nominated by the Tasmanian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (TCCI).
Potter previously held the positions of national secretary of the ASU, and vice president of the ACTU, carrying experience in senior governance, industry engagement and policy.
According to CareSuper, he was involved in various legislative reforms including the introduction of the Net Zero Economy Authority and Superannuation on Government Paid Parental Leave. Potter is currently a director of Future Skills Organisation and was also a former trustee director for CareSuper.
Prior to his role with CareSuper, Davy was the chief executive of Quadrant Super and Tasplan, having previously been at the helm of multiple merger and acquisition projects. He is currently the board chairman of the TCCI and a director of GDA Securities Ltd.
Chair of CareSuper, Linda Scott, stated: “Our vision is to be Australia’s most trusted partner in retirement confidence, and our clear focus on our members is reflected in our equal representation model.
“Both Rob and Wayne join us with a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of our members and the workplaces in which they work.”
Scott acknowledged the contributions of departing directors and executives, Rebecca Girard and John Mazengarb, thanking them for their service to the super fund.
“Rebecca Girard left our board as the ASU representative earlier in the year and we thank Rebecca for her diligence and service. Also departing is John Mazengarb, who was deputy chair of CareSuper and has served the fund for many years.
“He has steered the fund through a number of mergers and his leadership and experience has been instrumental in achieving this significant transformation for our combined membership,” Scott said.
Along with Potter and Davy, Dr Michael Drew has been named as CareSuper’s new deputy chair (as of 18 July).
Chief member officer, Jean-Luc Ambrosi, will also be departing from CareSuper in August following a number of years with the super fund. CareSuper acknowledged that Ambrosi was “instrumental in bringing the CareSuper brand to market as part of the merger”.
Jason Murray, CEO of CareSuper, said although Ambrosi’s departure is a sad loss for the fund, they wished him the best following years of member-first industry service.
“Jean-Luc is a recognised industry leader in brand, digital and member experience. I want to thank him for his vision, leadership and service to our members at CareSuper.”
