Scots Collegians Executive Committee

David Lambie attended Scots College from 1975-1987 and was Head Prefect in his final year. He graduated from Canterbury University and is a Principal and Director of a property consulting practice. David is also a member of the Scots College Society.

Sam (2005-2009) joined us as our new Treasurer in 2024. He has a BCom from Te Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington where he majored in Accountancy and is currently studying for a Law degree. Sam’s current role is at VUWSA (Student union at Victoria University) doing accounting, administration, and payroll. Sam is looking forward to working with the SCA, applying his financial knowledge to the role and getting involved again with the school he loved attending as a student!

Jack Yan (Fergusson House, and Proxime Accessit in 1990) founded Jack Yan & Associates, which pioneered in a number of industries, including font software and online publishing. He is co-chair of the Medinge Group, a think-tank in Sweden devoted to cutting-edge, humanistic branding. He has authored or co-authored numerous books, including Beyond Branding, Typography and Branding, and, most recently, Brands with a Conscience. He has been on the Collegian’s Executive Committee since 2012.

Francis has been an active member of the Collegians’ Exec, first as Chairman and latterly as President. He left Scots in 1965 and has since had a career in journalism, advocacy, and communications. Francis spent time in print journalism and with the NZBC as a radio and TV journalist. As a union official at the PSA, he advocated on behalf of Prison Officers, Mental Health workers, Civil Aviation staff, and about 20,000 public servants nationally. In 1990, Francis set up the first of a series of businesses focussed on employer/employee relations, changing management and business culture consultancy. Since then, he has worked in a variety of roles, including involvement in strategic communications advice and six years as Chief Executive of the NZ Life Sciences Network. His current role is the National Convenor of the Eureka! Science and Tech Communication Programme.

Tony’s connection to Scots runs deep, first as a student excelling in rugby and water polo, to an Executive Member of the Scots Collegians Association, and more recently as a parent of a Collegian with his son having graduated in 2024. He was involved with the Centenary Committee and as a Foundation Trustee, and continues to remain an active member of the College community while maintaining his professional career as an investment broker. 

Jono (Jonathon) Bushell attended Scots from 1981-1983. While starting his career in print & graphic design, he has transitioned to horticulture and property development. He has a wealth of experience and knowledge in setting up and the management of businesses in New Zealand and overseas. Jono has one son attending the College and another son who is a Collegian.

Alex (2015-2022) is a committee member of the SCA. He is currently studying for a Bachelor of Laws conjoint with a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Māori Studies at Te Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington. Alex attended Scots along with his twin brother and has a younger brother attending the College now, so still feels very connected. He has thoroughly enjoyed engaging with Collegian events such as the Collegians vs Students debate, both as a student and a Collegian in 2024 against his own brother! Alex is very grateful to be given an opportunity to join the Executive Committee and is very much looking forward to getting stuck in.

Robert (son of a Collegian) attended Scots College from 1970 to 1977. His two sons Nicholas (2005-2009) and James (2007-2011) also attended Scots. At Scots, Robert was a Prefect and member of the Pipe Band. Robert is now retired and spent most of his career in chartered accounting as a partner at EY. His main interests now are travelling, golfing, and biking.

Michael Alp is the General Manager of New Zealand Government Procurement at the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE), where he leads the New Zealand Government Procurement function. A proud Scots Collegian, Michael brings a deep commitment to public service and community leadership. Michael has worked across the property, procurement and finance sectors over the last 30 years.

Michael also serves on the Waterloo School Board, where he is standing for re-election, continuing his dedication to education and community development. He lives in Wellington with his wife Jenna and their children, including twins Ava and Georgia, son Mason, and older daughter Keita.

Michael is honoured to join the Scots Collegians Executive and looks forward to contributing to the growth and engagement of the alumni community.