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Bruce Parncutt AO | |
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| Born | Jeffrey Bruce Parncutt 1951 Melbourne, Victoria, Australia |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Occupation(s) | Non-executive Director, Investor, Philanthropist |
| Spouse | Robyn Campbell [div.] |
| Partner | Lisa Bowman |
| Children | Mark Parncutt (b. 1988) David Parncutt (b. 1991) |
| Awards | Officer of the Order of Australia (AO), 2016 |
Bruce Parncutt is an Australian business executive, investor and philanthropist with over five decades of experience across investment banking, investment management and philanthropy.[1] He is known for his leadership in both financial markets and cultural institutions, having served in senior roles at financial and arts organisations in Australia.[2]
Career
[edit]Parncutt began his career in finance, achieving roles in both investment banking and securities markets. He was Managing Director of McIntosh Securities, a leading investment banking firm in Australia;[3] Senior Vice President at Merrill Lynch and Director of the Australian Stock Exchange (ASX) and the Stock Exchange of Melbourne.
Philanthropy and arts involvement
[edit]Parncutt served as President of the Council of Trustees[4] at the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV), where he remains an Emeritus Trustee and Life Member; Chairman of the NGV Foundation and a Member of the Felton Bequest Committee; Board Member of the Australian Ballet and Trustee of the Parncutt Family Foundation.[5]
Current roles
[edit]As of 2024, Parncutt is Chairman of the Board, Lion Capital Advisory Pty Ltd; Chairman and Trustee, Helen Macpherson Smith Trust; Chairman, Birrarung Valley Walk Inc.[6] and Chairman, New Edge Microbials Pty Ltd.[7]
Honors and awards
[edit]In 2016, Bruce Parncutt was awarded the Order of Australia (AO) for his "distinguished service to the community as a philanthropist, particularly in arts and education; as an advocate and supporter of charitable causes; and to business and commerce."[8]
References
[edit]- ^ McColl, Gina (10 October 2012). "Parncutt tipped to replace Myers as NGV president". The Age. Retrieved 15 November 2024.
- ^ Kitney, Damon (25 April 2021). "DGO Gold aiming to strike a balance in gold exploration". The Australian. Retrieved 15 November 2024.
- ^ Webb, Richard (29 September 1992). "MCINTOSH PLANNING TO TEAM UP WITH BARING'S AUST ARM". AFR. Retrieved 15 November 2024.
- ^ Writer, Staff. "Philanthropist to head NGV Council of Trustees". Pro Bono Australia. Pro Bono Australiia. Retrieved 15 November 2024.
- ^ Family Foundation, Parncutt. "Improving the Integrity of Prescribed Private Funds" (PDF). Treasury.gov.au. Treasury. Retrieved 15 November 2024.
- ^ Writer, Staff (9 July 2024). "Council supports new 200km Birrarung Valley Walk". Nillumbik Green Wedge Shire. Retrieved 15 November 2024.
- ^ Marshall, Andrew (22 December 2023). "Agribusiness buzz in brief". Farm Online National. Retrieved 15 November 2024.
- ^ "2016 Queen's Birthday Honours (Australia)". Wikipedia. Retrieved 15 November 2024.