IRT Group CEO Patrick Reid has resigned after eight years at the helm of the aged care and retirement living provider.
Mr Reid is stepping down to take on a similar role at another community services organisation, described by IRT as a competitor, and has ceased day-to-day duties effective immediately. The IRT Board has commenced the search for a permanent successor, with interim arrangements now in place.
Announcing the resignation today, IRT Chair Peter Fitzgerald thanked Mr Reid for his leadership through some of the organisation’s most pivotal moments.
“Patrick’s leadership has been outstanding,” Mr Fitzgerald said. “From navigating the complexities of the Royal Commission and the implementation of the Aged Care Quality Standards to guiding us through bushfires, floods and a global pandemic—his impact has been significant and lasting.”
Mr Reid’s tenure saw IRT evolve in response to a rapidly changing aged care landscape, with a renewed focus on quality, compliance, innovation and community engagement. Before IRT Mr Reid was CEO of Leading Aged Services Australia (LASA), the peak body for the sector that later merged to form what is known as Ageing Australia today.
“It’s a truly special organisation—made so by the passion and commitment of its people. It’s been an honour to be their custodian, and I hand over the baton with pride and gratitude.
Patrick Reid
Ross Gallagher, IRT’s Executive General Manager of Home Care and Retirement Living, will assume the role of Interim CEO.
