Chairwoman Stacey Honeywill (Kāi Tahu) went to Dunstan High School and deputy chairwoman Rebecca Williams lives in Cromwell.
They fill the gaps left by former chairman Andy Kilsby and deputy chairwoman Barb Long.
Ms Honeywill is principal of Te Pākihi o Maru in Oamaru.
She is also vice-president of the New Zealand Māori Principals’ Association, Te Akatea, where she advocates for Māori educational achievement and leadership at a national level.
Her work was driven by a commitment to the wellbeing of tamariki (children) and whānau, ensuring that community resources and opportunities were accessible and impactful for all, she said.
"I am honoured to step into the role of chair at such an exciting time for the Otago Community Trust.
"I want to acknowledge all those who have served in this role before me and the strong legacy they have built.
"I am deeply grateful to Andy for his steadfast and dedicated leadership over the past three years.
"His commitment to the trust and to the communities of Otago has laid a strong foundation, and I look forward to building on that work as we complete our new strategic plan.
"I am committed to ensuring the trust continues to make a real and lasting difference for the people and communities we serve."
A trust spokesperson said Mr Kilsby brought extensive management and governance experience to the role, having worked across education, youth development, finance and community organisations in Dunedin and Otago.
His leadership during the past three years had been invaluable, and the trust looked forward to his continued contribution as a trustee, they said.
Ms Williams said she was looking forward to supporting Ms Honeywill in her new role.
Raised in Waikouaiti and now living in Cromwell, Ms Williams had more than 20-years experience in local government and education.
"I am delighted to take on the role of deputy chair and to support Stacey as we move forward together.
"I am passionate about building stronger communities, and I look forward to continuing to support the organisations across Otago that are doing such important mahi.
"I also want to acknowledge Barb Long’s tremendous service as deputy chair — her commitment and expertise have been a real asset to the trust."
The trust spokesperson said Ms Long brought exceptional depth and heart to her governance role with more than two decades of leadership across Aotearoa’s primary health, community health and social services sectors.
She would complete her tenure as a trustee later this year, and the board thanked her sincerely for her commitment, wisdom and dedication, the spokesperson said.
