Our Board

Bernard has been an active volunteer with RRT since 2016 and joined the Board in 2025. Having lived through the Christchurch earthquakes, he has witnessed firsthand the devastation caused by natural disasters, which has fueled his passion for RRT’s mission of serving people with care and compassion in their time of need. Outside of RRT, Bernard manages a machinery supply company and brings a wide range of skills and experience that he applies to the compliance and legal aspects of RRT.

Cameron has been an active director of RRT since its inception and is the current chairman of the Board. Cameron is Director and General Manager of a private company providing industrial equipment to the manufacturing sector throughout New Zealand. Cameron brings a variety of skills and experience to RRT’s board, with a strong focus on team motivation and new initiatives.

Eddie accepted an RRT directorship role in late 2015, and brings a wealth of experience and valuable financial expertise to RRT gained from managing one of New Zealand’s leading smallgoods producers in Rangitikei. Eddie was pivotal in the setup of RRT as a charitable entity in New Zealand and is actively involved in the fundraising and finance aspects of RRT New Zealand.

Jon began volunteering with RRT in 2018, taking on various roles before becoming Director in 2024. With years of experience in the commercial furniture industry as a sales and business development manager, he is recognised for leading teams and driving projects to successful outcomes. His dedication to helping others aligns with RRT’s mission, and his commitment to making a positive difference is evident in his daily involvement in supporting our volunteer teams.

Ronnie joined the RRT Board in late 2019, having supported as a volunteer during the Pigeon Valley fires earlier that year. He is a Director of a Nelson based company providing fluid transfer systems and brings a range of skills to RRT including business management, sales management and system engineering. Ronnie has added energy to the RRT management team, and is passionate about the further development of RRT’s services and support for those in need.