Geoff Summerhayes

Geoff Summerhayes serves as Chair at Zurich Insurance and Heartland Bank LTD, with leadership roles at Beyond Zero Emissions and the Climate Governance Group, reflecting a strong commitment to climate governance. As a Senior Advisor at Pollination and previous Chair of the Minderoo Foundation's Project Advisory Board, Geoff focuses on sustainability and corporate responsibility. With extensive experience in insurance regulation from the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority and the UN Environment's Sustainable Insurance Forum, Geoff contributes to shaping policies that integrate climate considerations into financial services. Educational qualifications include a GMQ from UNSW Business School, GAICD from the Australian Institute of Company Directors, and a Bachelor of Business Administration from Curtin University.