As someone who always had a keen interest in sport and the competition it provides, James is only a recent convert to triathlon after a seemingly “pre” mid-life crisis decision to do an ironman (realistically half distance was more sufficient). A definite challenge given at the time he’d barely trained more than social weekend cycling. James says “There is certainly something to be said about the discipline and competition between body and mind that is required to cross that finish line”. Having studied both science and business management, and a member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, James has experience in a range of areas including large event organisation to risk identification and management. James is an Appointed Director until 2020

Andrew has been involved in Triathlon since 1989, when he started competing locally. By the early 1990s Andrew was racing nationally and internationally representing Australia at world championships as an Age Grouper and then as a professional. He has won 12 state championships across all distances in South Australia and was awarded triathlete of the year several times and was inducted into the SA Hall of fame in 2014.  He finished his racing career doing Ironman and raced several Ironman races as a professional with several top 10 finishes around the world. Andrew believes the Board is a wonderful opportunity to add value and engage with the diversity and breadth of the sport! Andrew is an Elected Director until 2021

In his position on the board, Jeremy wants to see triathlon increase in popularity across SA and with improved standards of races. He believes that triathlons allow people to live a healthy and active lifestyle, as well as setting up goals for them to achieve. Such is the sport of triathlon that it allows participants of all ages and abilities to compete and challenge themselves. That is fantastic to see.

Jeremy currently works in the financial service sector, however he was previously a teacher with specialisation in Physical Education. This saw Jeremy work in London, UK and Stockholm, Sweden over a ten year period. Jeremy is an Appointed Director until 2020. 

Garth is a keen sports person with a long history of competition and coaching in kayak racing, surf lifesaving and swimming. He became involved in triathlon as a result of his children competing in triathlon. He is very interested in the junior development process and the growth of Triathlon in South Australia as a whole.

Garth has tertiary qualifications in both health sciences and business. He has extensive experience in starting and developing companies with a focus on growth strategy and hopes that this experience will assist the board with the future development of triathlon in SA.

As a local triathlete and Triathlon SA member, I am passionate about ensuring that our sport continues to thrive in South Australia. Having experienced personal growth myself and witnessed it in others, I personally believe that triathlon helps us to live a healthier, happier and richer life.  In my current role as the Chief Marketing Officer at an artificial intelligence company, I am responsible for leading the execution of all corporate marketing, branding, communication and public relation initiatives.

My combined knowledge and experience, coupled with my passion for triathlon, provides me with a fresh and unique perspective. As an avid triathlon advocate, I believe that our great sport provides many physical and psychological benefits which have flow-on effects to all other aspects of our lives.  Sarah is an Elected Director until 2021.

Dave Wells, ‘Wellsy’, is a legend of the sport of triathlon.  David has competed at local, National and International Events over many years.  His knowledge of triathlon, coaching, nutrition and injury prevention is matched by very few. David is an important contributor on the Triathlon SA Board. David is an Elected Director until 2020. 

Kathryn’s professional background is in the Information Technology industry having filled various consulting and senior management roles for many years including working as a Senior Manager in the Risk Advisory team at Deloitte and as the Vice President of Services, Asia Pacific for OLR. She currently consults for both the Federal Government and as the CIO at Spendless Shoes. Having prior board experience working on the St Andrew’s School Board Risk Management Committee, Kathryn understand the commitment required of a volunteer board member. The skills that she aims to bring to the Triathlon SA board include a strong understanding of governance requirements including finance and budgeting, with specific experience in strategy and planning as well as experience with the sport from the perspective of a junior athlete. Kathryn is an Elected Director until 2021.

My background is in sport and recreation management and for the last 11 years I was part of the management team for the Tour Down Under – the International Cycling event held in Adelaide. In this role I have developed and implemented engagement strategies, strategic marketing plans, led teams and managed budgets. I have worked with local communities, State Government departments and international sporting representatives. The opportunity to sit on the board of Triathlon South Australia is a chance to help rive the direction of the sport and community into the future in a way that will see the solid foundation is has built continue to develop and the people, clubs and state as a whole be the benchmark for the triathlon and multi-sport community in Australia

Until recently the pointy end of Triathlon was Adam’s comfort zone, as he raced across all distances and formats week in week out. As a teacher, one of Adams passions is showcasing our community to the next generation of Triathletes. Adam is a board member until August 2020.

Darrin began officiating in Triathlon 6 years ago immediately after joining his local club. Without a bike at the time, he wanted to learn more about the sport and an officiating course came just at the right time. Since then Darrin has officiated at over 40 events, including 6 Ironman Events and 6 ITU events around Australia. Darrin recently completed his RTO (TA Level 2) Accreditation and NTO (ITU Level 1) Accreditation.

Darrin has a passion for helping competitors in the sport of triathlon, but on a different level to that of a coach. He aims to spend his time educating and supporting officials, event organisers, volunteers and competitors to create a safe, fair and fun playing field for everyone