Chairman
Mark Gibbs
Term ends: 2026
Vice Chairman
Jamie Vernon
Term Ends: 2027
Secretary / Treasurer
Director Term ends:
Term
Director
Peter Lang JP, FACPara

Member - Finance, Audit & Risk Committee
Member - Governance Committee
Peter Lang is an experienced regional NSW educator, leader and clinician with a long standing commitment to advancing paramedicine and improving professional standards. A director of the Fund for more than a decade, he contributes strong strategic, governance, and financial expertise. As former Director and Chair of the College of Paramedicine (ANZ), he helped drive the development of national paramedic registration, CPD and sector membership growth. He currently serves as Deputy President and practitioner member of the Paramedicine Council, supporting regulatory oversight and promoting safe professional practice. With broad community board experience, Peter brings practical focus, collaborative leadership, financial acumen, and a strong ethical framework to mission‑driven organisations.
Term ends: 2028
Director
William Edwards JP

A senior leader within NSW Ambulance with extensive experience in operational leadership, including roles as Station Manager, Duty Operations Manager and Health Relations Manager. Will has managed complex complaints, stakeholder engagement and organisational risk, bringing a disciplined, evidence-based approach to governance and decision-making. He holds tertiary qualifications in Health Science, Exercise Physiology and Paramedicine, and is known for a values-driven leadership style focused on accountability, transparency and member interests. Appointed as an APF Director, Will is committed to the long-term sustainability of the Fund and effective stewardship on behalf of members.
Term ends: 2028
Director
Term ends:
Appointed Director
Philip Smith
Term ends: 2026 (AGM)
Director
Michael Smith
Term ends: 2027
Appointed Director
John Bruning FIML, GAICD

Chair - Governance Committee
Member - Finance, Audit & Risk Committee
Strategic, values-driven CEO with more than 12 years of executive leadership in health, education, and member-based organisations. Demonstrated success in leading strategic transformation, shaping national health policy, and embedding future-ready, high-performing cultures. Accomplished in governance, stakeholder engagement, financial stewardship, and digital innovation, with a strong record of delivering sustainable outcomes. Adept at navigating complex regulatory environments and forging collaborative partnerships across government, regulators, academia, and clinical sectors. Committed to equity, and human-centric leadership, and inspired by opportunities to create meaningful impact for people and communities.
Term ends: 2026 (AGM)

