PFA Committees | Property Fund Association Australia

PFA Committees

The PFA Executive serves as the Association's decision-making body, comprising PFA members who represent the various sectors within the Association's constituency.

The Issues and Regulatory Committee serves as a cornerstone of the Association, originally founded to give businesses in the unlisted direct property investment space a voice with regulators on industry reforms. Today, the committee continues its mission to represent, promote, and protect the interests of members, advisors, and investors.

The committee actively engages in lobbying efforts on proposed policies and legal changes with industry regulators (such as ASIC and APRA) and government bodies, including Treasury and the ATO.

As the voice of PFA members, the committee is responsible for keeping members informed of proposed reforms and the implementation of policy and legal changes. This ensures that members stay aware of any legislative changes that could impact their business structures or operations.

The committee meets regularly to review and discuss new or proposed reforms affecting the unlisted property industry. For those interested in participating or with questions about advocacy efforts on behalf of members, please contact the Committee Chair.

The Conference & Events Committee manages the Annual Conference and designs educational events for PFA members, helping them stay updated on developments in property funds management. The committee also organises regular forums where members and their guests can network in a social setting.

The Communications Committee is responsible for creating, updating, and overseeing PFA's communication policies, social media accounts, and online discussion groups. It also recommends new ways for PFA to engage with members and other stakeholders through alternative media. Additionally, the committee regularly updates and promotes information about PFA activities.

The Diversity Committee leads PFA’s initiatives to foster a culture of respect, connection, and progress, encouraging contributions from a diverse group of members and industry leaders.

Initiatives

Inclusive Culture
- The PFA is dedicated to building an environment where individuals are respected, valued, and empowered to contribute to the success of the funds management industry.
- We aim to create opportunities and access to resources for people of diverse backgrounds, ages, and genders, ensuring their perspectives enhance the Association’s value and impact.
- Building an inclusive Association is essential to developing a diverse membership base and improving overall performance.
Gender Commitments
- The PFA is committed to significantly increasing the number of women in the industry, particularly in senior leadership roles.
- We will establish programs to encourage and engage women within funds management and related industries.
- Supporting women from member organizations through event sponsorships and mentorship opportunities will be a priority.
Age and Ethnicity
- The PFA will continue efforts to attract and retain members from various age groups and ethnic backgrounds.
- We plan to establish a networking group and host targeted events for emerging leaders and member employees.

The PFA Environment & Sustainability Committee was established to specifically promote the environmental component of ESG. The Social and Governance aspects are addressed by the Diversity Committee and the Issues and Regulatory Committee, respectively.

This committee works to raise awareness and address relevant environmental issues for members through educational events and regular PFA communications.