Lou Opie

Lou Opie

Chief Financial Officer

Chief Financial Officer and Chartered Accountant with deep experience in public practice, professional services, investment banking and asset management across many countries. Senior leader and change agent, experienced in taking companies through significant periods of transformation while embedding a positive culture.

Q1: Share some interesting facts about yourself

  • Family is my everything.
  • As a singer and songwriter, I also enjoy performing with my band.

Q2: What do you believe differentiates Reids from other companies?

Family values and integrity. Really cares about employees and customers.

Q3: What’s the most valuable lesson you’ve learnt in life?

You have to take a risk and forgive yourself if you fail…then try again. And learn.

Q4: Your goals or aspirations for the future.

Happiness and a sense of real achievement – I like making a difference and helping others perform as well as they can.

Q5: Quote or mantra that inspires you

“Cut the cloth to fit the table”…use the time and resources you have and do what you can. And do something. Avoid perfection inertia which can be disabling.