Governance
Governance in the not-for-profit sector
Franklin Family Support is governed by a Board of Trustees who use their expertise to help guide the trust in its support of the local community.
The boards role is to ensure any financial and strategic decisions made are in line with the original purpose of the deed. They are responsible for employing the Chief Executive Officer and ensuring the trust is up to date with all legislation and registration requirements. The board are all volunteers and meet once a month.
Franklin Family Support Trust Deed
The principal governance document is the Trust Deed. It notes the charitable purpose of the Trust is:
- To achieve the Trust's vision of People Helping People to Independence.
- To provide, coordinate or promote services or information which will benefit families or individuals in the community; and
- Such other charitable purposes as the Trustees may from time to time decide.
Role of Trustees
The Trust Deed notes the role of Trustees is:
- To give effect to the purposes of the Trust (noted above); and
- Be responsible and accountable to the community of Franklin for the proper and effective governance of the Trust; and
- Discharge the responsibilities, perform the duties and exercise the rights conferred on them; and
- Ensure the performance of the activities and the achievement of the objectives set out in the Strategic Plan of the Trust.
- The Board performance is also informed by a governance manual. This manual includes everything needed by the trustees to govern the Trust effectively. It includes policies that are regularly reviewed as are the Strategic Focuses of the organisation
The Board meets once a month and periodically hold workshops for development and planning. The Board of Trustees plays a critical role in ensuring Franklin Family Support are positioned to identify services needed in our community.
The Board also draw on their professional practice wisdom to provide the CEO with guidance and support.
Trustees
We are proud to have the following people on the board of Franklin Family Support Services.
Greg Morgan
I am Greg Morgan. I am married to Lindy and have two grown daughters and two grandsons. I am the owner and manager of a small engineering company specialising in steel fabrication for the construction industry, predominantly servicing commercial builders, high-rise buildings, that sort of thing. I have a small team of around 20 and have been in the industry around 35 years working on some iconic projects such as the Sky Tower.
I am a keen fisherman and boatie enjoying time on the water with my family. We have lived in the Franklin area for almost 30 years where our children have grown up and enjoyed the community and lifestyle it offers.
I joined the board at Franklin Family Support Services to try and make a contribution to the community that has been so good to my family and I.
I have been on the board a number of years and am currently the board chair.
I believe the skills gained over the time, I have been in business, to be of value to the board and hope that together with the enthusiastic board members we have all we need to achieve the strategic goals set out in our plan.
Mark Waldin
I am Mark Waldin and I live in Mauku with my wife Pat. We have two grown sons who live overseas. I am relatively new to the Franklin area but have lived in the greater Auckland area for the last 30 years. We are keen gardeners and I am an avid squash player and member at the Franklin Squash Club.
I have served in the RNZAF/NZDF completing 30 years service in 2006. Up until the beginning of 2023 I owned and managed a nationwide business, from which I have now stepped away from.
I feel that it is important to contribute to as many ways as possible, in the area, in which you live and the FFSS Trust board gives me the opportunity to work with other like minded trustees for the benefit of the whole community.
Lysandra Stuart
Kia Ora Koutou,
Ko Puuwheke te maunga, Ko Karikari te moana, Ko Maamaru te waka, Ko Kahutianui te tupuna, Ko Te Parata te tangata, Ko Ngati Kahui te iwi, Ko Haiti-tai-marangi te marae, Ko Te Whanau Moana te hapu, No Whatuwhiwhi ahau, E noho ana ahau i Waiuku, Ko Alexandra tōku tamahine, Ko Rupapera raua ko Stuart ōku whanau, Ko Lysandra ahau.
I am privileged to be the principal at Glenbrook School, Lead principal for Waiuku Schools Kahui Ako and President of our Franklin Principals Association. I absolutely love working in the education sector and serving our profession. I lead with optimism and ako.
I have an amazing daughter and love exploring our local area. I am very active in our town and district supporting the many initiatives and opportunities we have.
I appreciate being able to serve on the Franklin Family Support Board of Governors. This is a service that contributes actively to our Pukekohe town and Franklin district. How lucky we are to have such a fantastic organisation that makes a difference in the lives of others.
Ehara taku toa, i te toa taki tahi, engari he toa takitini. Tēnā koutou katoa. Nō reira,
Tēnā koutou, tēnā koutou, tēnā koutou katoa.
Fleur Cassidy
I am Fleur Cassidy, and I like in Pukekohe with my husband Dennis and our two school age children. We have lived in Pukekohe as a family for 16 years, however Dennis's connection with the area is multigenerational. He completed all of his schooling in the area, and is now a local Primary School teacher. I grew up in an armed services family, so we spent many years moving around New Zealand and overseas. My secondary education was at James Cook High School in Manurewa. I now work in Corporate Finance in a food manufacturing company based in South Auckland, which allows me to interact with people from various backgrounds and circumstances.
In my spare time I enjoy walking, cycling and gardening. Family time is especially important to me, and I get involved in the kids sports and activities wherever possible.
I joined the board of the FFSS to put my Finance skills to good use. Having completed some Sociology study at Massey University a few years ago, I realised that as the kids were getting older, I had room in my life to volunteer my time to a local not for profit (NFP) organisation.
I would recommend a volunteer role on a board to anyone with a passion for positive change. There are many free learning resources online. My experience with the staff of FFSS and fellow board members has been superb and I am grateful to be in a position to contribute to our community.
Shay Twomey
Kia Ora, I'm Shay Twomey, proudly hailing from Pukekohe, where I now reside with my partner Jamie and our two beautiful daughters - Tia and Nikau.
In a professional capacity, I've dedicated most of my career to child-centred practice within both non-profit and statutory sectors as a Social Worker. I’m deeply passionate about NGO space, and the innovative impact that can be made by walking alongside Whānau at grass-roots level.
It's a genuine honour to support Franklin Family Services. I'm excited by the tangible difference we're making in our awesome community!
Chillion Sanerivi
Talofa lava, Ni sa Bula, Fakaalofa lahi atu, my name is Chillion (Kil-lee-in) I am the Director for RIVI Consultancy, a self-owned independent consulting business. I am a qualified Youth Development Specialist and Youth Innovation Practitioner and facilitator for social change.
My approach is underpinned by Pacific and Maori indigenous knowledge, and prevention systems, which guides my understanding of wellbeing. This is supported with disciplines such as, Critical Thinking, Systems Thinking and Design Thinking.
Youth Development is a mana-enhancing profession and can be used to strengthen, support, encourage and compliment the different sectoral intersection of Climate Change, Education and Training, Health & Wellbeing, Sports and Recreation, Leadership Development, Civic Engagement and Participation. I'm an accredited Design Thinking facilitator and an Active Citizens (Global) programme facilitator connected to a global network of almost 300,000 members in 77 countries.
I hold a Certificate and Diploma in Christian Ministries, National Diploma in Youth Work, Bachelor of Youth Development and a Postgraduate Certificate in Leading Change for Good. I'm currently completing my Master in Change and Organisational Resilience with academyEX.
I am excited to bring my expertise and knowledge to Franklin Family Support Services. My family and I have lived in Pukekohe for a little while now and we absolutely love it here. This is a great opportunity to plant our roots deeper by serving on the FFSS board as a trustee and in this great community and region, Franklin.
Chris Pope
I am originally from the United States and moved to New Zealand 20 years ago with my Kiwi wife. Along with our three children, we have lived in Waiuku since 2015.
My background is in Technology Project Portfolio Delivery, and Management Consulting. Over the past 20+ years, I have helped businesses clarify strategy, conquer complex challenges; deliver transformational change, and improve practices. I have worked in industries including Airline, Utilities, Scientific Research, Maintenance Services, Local Government, Education, and Healthcare.
I hold a Bachelor's degree in Communication, a Master's in Theology, and certifications in Organizational Change Management, Agile Practices, and Project Management.
Franklin is a wonderful area and we appreciate the wonderful sense of community here. I am honoured to be on the FFS board and am excited to play a small part in its role in making our community stronger.