Trust Staff

Chief Executive Officer: Liz Shea JP, Dip. Bus.

Liz took up the Community Trust leadership role in 2011 after a successful career with the Inland Revenue Department in Timaru. Liz is responsible for Community Trust management & business planning, management of Community House, staff management and overview of Community Trust operations. Liz enjoys gardening, genealogy and walking her dog “Max”.

Liz is available from 9am – 3.30pm Monday – Friday.
DD: (03) 687 7361  Mob: 021 819 687

Email: liz@comtrust.org.nz

Operations Coordinator: Kathryn Barber

We are delighted to welcome Kathryn Barber who joined the Community Trust in January 2021.  Kathryn always has a warm welcome at reception and coordinates the day to day operations of Community House.  Kathryn also looks after Community Trust administration, marketing, general grant enquiries and support for Trust applicants.  Kathryn loves summer time, enjoys gardening, and spending quality time with her family.

Kathryn is available from 9am -2.30pm Monday-Friday

Phone (03) 687 7360

Email: office@comtrust.org.nz

Community Relations Manager: Lorel Hallinan (B. Com)

Lorel joined the Community Trust in 2020 with a background in administration, event coordination, fundraising and customer service. Lorel manages the funding application process and prepares grant and policy recommendations for the board. She is also the media and community contact. Lorel enjoys tramping, gardening and camping.

Lorel’s is available Mondays – Friday 8.45am to 3.15pm

DD: (03) 687 7589  Mob: 021 819 060

Email: crm@comtrust.org.nz