The Board

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)