Sydney Cricket and Sports Ground Trust names Kerrie Mather as first female Chief Executive

The Trustees of the Sydney Cricket and Sports Ground Trust have announced the appointment of Kerrie Mather as the new Chief Executive of the SCG Trust.

Set to be the first female Chief Executive, Mather most recent role was as Managing Director and Chief Executive of Sydney Airport. She is currently an SCG Trustee, a role from which she will now resign.

Announcing the appointment, SCG Trust Chairman, Tony Shepherd advised “after an extensive global search we are delighted to announce we have appointed Kerrie Mather as our new CEO.

"She has had a distinguished international career and significant experience in the development and operation of major infrastructure and consumer-facing businesses, including most recently as Sydney Airport’s Managing Director and CEO.

“Kerrie brings to the role an excellent track record and extensive experience of working closely and collaboratively with business partners, government, customers and the community. Her strong vision and excellence in stakeholder engagement and customer experience will guide the Trust during the construction of the new Sydney Football Stadium and beyond.”

Welcoming her new role, Mather “I’m delighted to have been offered the opportunity to lead the SCG Trust and its iconic facilities, the Sydney Cricket Ground and SFS into a new era. We will provide the most exciting, high-quality sporting facilities and the best customer service and experience in Australia.

“Partnering with sporting organisations and clubs will be a key priority for me, as we create the next dimension in customer and fan experience.

“I’m also excited about the contribution sport and events make to the community and economy in Greater Sydney and NSW, and I’m very much looking forward to strengthening our ties and engagement with our members and the community.”

Mather will commence her new role on 5th November.