Board of Directors

Simon Campbell

President

Simon has over 15 years of finance experience in professional services with a focus on mergers and acquisitions, valuation and corporate advisory. He has served in roles in Australia and Europe. Simon is currently a Corporate Finance Partner at KPMG and is the South Australian Geographic Lead for KPMG’s Enterprise division. He advises both private and publicly listed clients across sectors on transactional and strategic matters. Simon holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Adelaide and graduate diplomas in Chartered Accounting (Institute of Chartered Accountants ANZ) and Applied Finance.

Jess Martin

Vice President

Jess is a values-driven leader with over a decade of cross-sector experience, specialising in delivering complex projects, driving strategic operations, and leading high-performing teams. Jess’s experience includes governance and operational roles across government, private industry, not-for-profit, and elite sport. Jess currently works with MBB Group as Commercial Transaction Manager. Jess values service to others, and using her diverse skills and experience to contribute to improving whole community outcomes. As a former elite athlete, Jess also has a passion for contributing to and leading high performing teams and cultures. Jess is a Graduate member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, holds an MBA, and Double Bachelor of Laws & International Politics. Jess was appointed as a Director of YMCA South Australia in January 2022. In addition, Jess is also a current Director of St Michael’s College Adelaide, former President of Henley Sharks Water Polo Club, and a former Director of Water Polo SA.

Daniel Edgecombe

Treasurer

Daniel has over twenty years’ experience working in senior operational and finance roles in a range of large Australian businesses (both public and private). He is currently working in an renewables/energy efficiency business catering to Australia and USA markets. He is passionate about the urgent transformation to a new energy economy.

Daniel has served on the Finance Audit Committee of YMCA South Australia since 2021 and is keen to serve YMCA Adelaide as a means of giving back to the community, particularly through improving the lives of young people.

Daniel has a Bachelor of Commerce and MBA from the University of Adelaide and a graduate diploma in Chartered Accounting (Institute of Chartered Accountants ANZ).

Matthew Pears

Director

Matt has worked in Local Government for the last nineteen years and before that for a decade in Centrelink offices across South Australia. Matt is currently the Chief Executive Officer of the City of Mitcham and has served on a number of Boards including the Leadership institute of South Australia, North Adelaide Waste Management Authority and Centennial Park Cemetery Authority. Matt has degrees in in Law and Economics from the University of Adelaide.

Matt’s passion is working with local communities to create a more inclusive society.

Marie Skrodzki

Director

Marie is Marketing Manager at Nexia Edwards Marshall, where she leads marketing strategies that connect business objectives with measurable outcomes. With a strong foundation in accounting, Marie ensures every initiative is results-driven and aligned with organisational goals. Marie’s governance experience began as an Elected Member of the City of Campbelltown and now includes board roles with YMCA South Australia and Norwood Football Club. These positions fuel her passion for community and sport, particularly championing women in sport and the role sport plays in building stronger, more connected communities. Marie holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting & Marketing) from the University of Adelaide.

Sophie Christian

Director

Sophie joined the YMCA SA Board in 2023, after sitting on the Governance and Risk Committee. She is known as a quiet achiever, Senior Lawyer, Insurance Advisor and mother of two. Her professional career is varied and is underpinned by her passion for learning, good governance, risk management and the protection of organisations, their assets, and people.

Sophie has primarily worked as a lawyer and has over 10 years’ experience working in private practise and in-house legal positions. She is highly motivated and enthusiastic about the Y's activities. She adds value to the organisation through her knowledge and expertise in governance, developing young people, safeguarding children, and building an inclusive environment focussing on health and wellbeing.

Paul Flynn

Director

Paul was appointed to the Board of Directors in 2025. Paul is Chief Executive Officer of The Hospital Research Foundation Group. He is a Professorial Fellow at Flinders University College of Business, Government and Law, a University Fellow at the University of South Australia. He has been awarded the Ernst & Young Social Entrepreneur of the Year in South Australia/Northern Territory and the Equity Trustees Australian Not for Profit CEO Award for Innovation. He holds several non-executive director positions in corporate, health and community services including BiomeBank Pty Ltd, North Eastern Community Hospital Inc., Diabetes Aust Ltd, and is a member of the South Australian Cancer Care Network Advisory Board.

Brent Gimpel

Director

Brent is a senior technology leader with over 27 years of experience delivering business transformation across Australia and the United States. He is currently Head of Technology at ElectraNet, where he leads the implementation of the enterprise-wide Technology Strategy, data, AI, integrating agile delivery, cybersecurity, governance, and human centred outcomes. Brent’s career spans a range of leadership roles, including serving as CIO and Head of Social Impact for PwC Adelaide, where he championed community-focused innovation and corporate responsibility. He is passionate about the intersection of technology and social good, digital trust, and emerging technology innovation.