Fundamental to UOW Global Enterprises’ success is the use of an independent Board of Directors as a core part of our governance. This Board of Directors bring to UOW Global Enterprises a wealth of experience from a range of sectors. Modelled on corporate governance best practice, the Board of Directors is regarded as a key strength of UOW Global Enterprises.
Mr John M. Green
Chair
Mr Gregory West
Deputy Chair
Ms Marisa Mastroianni
Mr Robert Ryan
Mr Matthew Wright
Mr Murray Walton
15 May 2022 - Current
John M Green is a leading company director and a publisher and writer who, previously, had careers in investment banking and law. He is or has been a director of several global enterprises, QBE Insurance Group (where he was Deputy Chair), professional engineering services firm Worley, and Challenger, a financial services group. He was also an executive director in Macquarie Group.
He is chairman and co-founder of independent book publisher Pantera Press. He is the author of six crime thriller novels.
Mr Green is also a noted philanthropist focused on literacy, education and the arts, and has also served on the boards of a number of not-for-profits.
Current roles and responsibilities within UOWGE are:
1 Nov 2003 - Current
Greg West is a chartered accountant. He has worked at Price Waterhouse and held senior finance executive roles in investment banking with Bankers Trust, Bain & Company and Deutsche Bank.
Greg is a director of IDP Education Limited and Chairman of Education Australia Limited and is a member of the University of Wollongong Council.
Current roles and responsibilities within UOWGE are:
21 Feb 2017 - Current
Marisa Mastroianni is Group Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of UOW Enterprises. Marisa is an experienced CEO and non-executive Director. Previously Marisa has held senior financial and executive roles in the maritime, health, retirement and aged care sectors.
Marisa currently serves on the Boards of NRMA Ltd and the Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District Board (ISLHD). She is Chair of NRMA’s Audit & Risk Management Committee, member of Finance and Investments Committee, Governance Compensation and Nomination Committee and the Chair of ISLHD's Finance and Workforce Performance Committee.
Current roles within UOWGE include:
5 Sept 2013 - Current
Robert Ryan is currently the Chief Executive of IMB Ltd, one of Australia’s largest mutual banks.
In 2018 he was appointed to the role of Deputy Chancellor of the University of Wollongong and is a member of UOW Council. He is also a Director and Chair of the Governance Committee of Australian Settlements Limited and Director and Chair of the Audit & Risk Committee of The Flagstaff Group.
Prior to joining IMB, Robert held the position of Managing Director at Australian Resources Limited.
Current roles and responsibilities within UOWGE are:
Mr Matthew Wright joined the University of Wollongong in 2007 as the Associate Director Financial Services and was appointed to the role of Financial Operations in 2013. He currently holds the position of Interim Chief Operating Officer and Vice-President Operations for the University.
Mr Wright’s expertise extends to a wide range of areas including investments, capital and commercial works projects, government policy, business process improvement, corporate financial modelling, organisational change and strategic planning.
As Interim Chief Operating Officer and Vice-President Operations and DFO, Mr Wright’s primary roles are management for all the University’s financial operations and systems and ensuring the effective management of governance and planning of the University’s finance and planning processes, in addition to oversight of the University’s Facilities and Infrastructure Division, Information Technology Division and People and Culture Division.
Mr Wright is a Certified Practising Accountant (Fellow) and holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Management) and Master of Accounting.
Murray brings a wealth of experience with over 14 years dedicated to the international higher education sector, indicating a deep understanding of the industry's dynamics, challenges, and opportunities.
His tenure on subsidiary boards within IDP showcases his extensive involvement in strategic decision-making processes, governance frameworks, and operational oversight, providing him with a nuanced perspective on the intricacies of managing diverse educational ventures across various geographies.
Murray's significant international exposure, particularly in Asia and the Middle East, underscores his ability to navigate cultural nuances, regulatory landscapes, and market dynamics, essential qualities for effective leadership and decision-making in a global higher education company.