Board of Trustees Spotlight: Meet Jeff Shiu
By: Donés Williams, Communications Associate
This school year, we are highlighting the newest members of the Board of Trustees. We have asked our new Trustees a series of questions to help the community get to know them a bit better. This month is Jeff Shiu.
Name: Jeff Shiu
Why do you serve on The Bush School Board of Trustees?
“It is a privilege and honor to serve on The Bush School Board of Trustees. I strongly believe in the mission of the school to deliver academic excellence with hands-on learning and prepare students to tackle real-world challenges with confidence and compassion. It’s deeply rewarding to contribute to a school that not only educates but also inspires students to make a positive impact, and I’m excited to collaborate with a dedicated community to uphold and advance that vision.”
What do you do for work now or in the past?
“I am a Senior Managing Director at Macquarie, a global investment bank headquartered in Sydney, Australia. I’ve spent considerable time working internationally across the Asia Pacific, and my focus is on investing in growth venture companies that are category-defining businesses and redefining industries. I collaborate with and meet visionary entrepreneurs who are disrupting the status quo with bold, transformative ideas, much like the innovative spirit I admire at The Bush School. My experiences fuel my passion for supporting Bush’s mission of empowering students through collaboration and community.”
How has Bush impacted your life or the life of your family?
“We have been impressed by how The Bush School provides an environment where children have grown into confident, self-advocating individuals. We have seen firsthand how the school encourages students to speak up for their needs and ideas, whether in class discussions or with teachers. This growth in self-advocacy has empowered our kids to take ownership of their learning, building resilience and independence. The school’s supportive community has ensured students feel heard, seen, and valued.”
What are you most passionate about at Bush?
“I’m most passionate about The Bush School’s unwavering commitment to supporting students, delivering an academically rigorous education, a strong sense of community, and the importance placed on compassion and empathy.”
Current favorite show/series?
“I’m old school- West Wing and anything to do with Jack Ryan, Jason Bourne, and Top Gun.”
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