MEDIA RELEASE: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
1 April 2026
REI Super today announced the conclusion of Claire Higgins’ tenure as Chair and Independent Director of the fund, effective 31 March 2026, and the appointment of Geoff Peck as the Fund’s new Chair, effective 1 April 2026.
Claire has served on the REI Super Board since 2014 as Chair. Her term concludes in line with the Fund’s Board tenure requirements.
During her time as Chair, Claire oversaw a period of consistent growth and development of capability within the fund including a successful custody and administration transition. The fund delivered personalised service, good consistent outcomes for members and passed the APRA performance test comfortably each year.
REI Super Chief Executive Officer, Jarrod Coysh, thanked Claire for her significant contribution to the Fund:
“Claire’s leadership has been instrumental in guiding REI Super through an evolving superannuation landscape. Her commitment to strong governance and member-first decision-making has left a lasting legacy for the Fund and its members,” Mr Coysh said.
“On behalf of the Board, management and our members, I sincerely thank Claire for her dedication and leadership.”
On a personal level, she has been a great mentor and valuable sounding board to me as CEO”.
Following a planned and orderly succession process, Geoff Peck, previously Deputy Chair and Independent Director, has assumed the role of Chair effective 1 April 2026.
Geoff brings more than 40 years’ experience across superannuation, insurance and financial services, with extensive expertise in governance, strategy, distribution and member engagement. He has served as Deputy Chair of REI Super and Chair of the Risk Committee since 2022.
“I’m honoured to be appointed as the Chair of REI Super,” Mr Peck said. “REI Super has a strong purpose and proud history of serving people working in the real estate industry, and I look forward to working with the Board and management team to continue delivering strong outcomes for members, both now and into retirement. It is terrific to be coming into the Chair position knowing the fund, the executive and its people so well”.
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About REI Super
REI Super is one of Australia’s longest-standing industry super funds, established in 1975 to serve real estate professionals. Today, it remains the dedicated super fund for people working in real estate and related industries across Australia. As a public offer fund, REI Super is open to everyone.
The fund combines competitive fees with a strong track record of returns, personalised service and a choice of investment options. Members also benefit from tailored insurance offerings, including Death, Total and Permanent Disablement, and Salary Continuance cover.
As an industry fund, REI Super operates solely for the benefit of its members, delivering value-for-money products and services before and during retirement.