
Gary Phillips
SECRETARY
Gary and his wife Alison have lived permanently in Pearl beach for 11 years, moving here from the UK as due to an international work transfer.
Gary first joined the Executive committee in 2018 as an Ordinary Member and has since also served as Assistant Secretary and Vice President.
Gary currently works full time as a regional Chief Technology Officer for a large multinational IT Services Organisation and before working in IT Gary was a Design Engineer for companies such as Philips Electronics and Marconi.
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Gary contributes to the Progress Association using his skills in IT, Engineering, DIY, Carpentry, Contract Definition & Data Analytics.
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Gary is a member of Hall, Finance and Constitution and Guidelines Working Groups. He also assists with many events & create and manage electronic event ticketing.
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Gary's achievements in the last 18 months include:
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New Membership System
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Managed and co-developed new Website
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Managed the Hall Floor Restoration
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Developed PBPA Communication and Publicity Guidelines
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Cleaned and refinished Deck
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Cleaned and refinished Sleepers
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Replaced Wheel Chair Ramp
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Made new Brochure Boxes
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Installed Hall WIFI Mesh system
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Gary is also a member of Arboretum Committee since 2020 where performs the role of IT Manager and Membership Secretary. At the Arboretum Gary also contribute by making the Arboretum Benches & Brochure Boxes.
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Gary also provide free IT support to members of the Pearl Beach community​​
