Smart Parking Limited (ASX:SPZ) has announced the appointment of Simon Jones as Non-Executive Chairman, succeeding Chris Morris in the role, with Morris remaining on the board as a non-executive director.

Key Points

  • Simon Jones appointed Non-Executive Chairman of Smart Parking Limited, succeeding Chris Morris
  • Jones was appointed to the board as an independent non-executive director effective 1 July 2026 and re-elected by shareholders at the 2026 AGM
  • Jeremy King appointed Joint Company Secretary following Paul Gillespie's relocation to the United States
  • King will continue to serve as a Non-Executive Director of Smart Parking Limited

Appointment of Simon Jones as Chairman

Smart Parking Limited disclosed that Simon Jones has been appointed to succeed Chris Morris as Chairman of the company. Jones was originally appointed to the board as an independent non-executive director with effect from 1 July 2026 and was re-elected by shareholders at the 2026 Annual General Meeting. Chris Morris will remain on the board in the capacity of non-executive director following the transition. The filing did not disclose an effective date for the commencement of Jones's role as Chairman.

Simon Jones's Board Experience and Background

According to the filing, Simon Jones brings experience across a large number of private and public enterprises. His skills focus on general strategic advice, mergers, acquisitions and divestments, transaction structuring, valuations and due diligence. Jones has advised across many industries, with particular knowledge and expertise in the media, professional services, information technology, healthcare and food and beverage sectors. The filing states that Jones has previously served as Chairman of both Computershare Ltd and Melbourne IT Ltd.

Jeremy King Appointed Joint Company Secretary

Smart Parking also disclosed that Jeremy King has been appointed Joint Company Secretary of SPZ, following the relocation of Paul Gillespie to the United States. King will continue to serve as a Non-Executive Director of the company in addition to his new secretarial role. Richard Ludbrook continues as Joint Company Secretary and Group Chief Financial Officer. Paul Gillespie continues as Managing Director and Group Chief Executive Officer of Smart Parking Limited, according to the filing.