Chris Ford is an engineer, lecturer and course coordinator at Curtin University. He is also is a member of the Duncraig Uniting Church and has previously served on the congregation’s council. Mr Ford is an active member of the Rotary Club of Western Endeavour, and was president in 2008/09, club service director and community service director. He has a keen interest in community service and social justice, working with young people, and examining the impact of energy efficiency on the organisation itself and its service users. Mr Ford has skills and experience in strategic planning and management, policy development, and in gaining and organising knowledge to better inform decision making.