National Seniors Australia has announced the appointment of the organisation’s Research Director Professor John McCallum as CEO. Prof. McCallum joined the independent advocacy group for older Australians in December 2016. He has been acting in the role of CEO since May this year. Board Chairman Chris Guille said Prof. McCallum, the leading Australian aged care researcher of his generation, was ideally experienced to guide the organisation through a period of great change and challenges. “Prof.…

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The Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) recently undertook an extensive recruitment exercise and is pleased to announce their new CEO will commence in December 2018. Mr Corey Snell brings a wealth of senior executive experience in the not for profit and public sectors primarily in health and aged care. Most recently, Corey was an award-winning Chief Information Officer for a national healthcare organisation and his experience in this…

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The Institution of Surveyors Victoria (ISV) announced in April that Kellie Dean has been appointed the President-Elect of the Institution of Surveyors Victoria. Kellie's role as President will come into full effect in October 2018. The ISV is the peak professional association for land surveyors in Victoria. Since its inception in 1874, ISV has had a long and proud history, and to this day lives by its mission statement: “To promote professional development to our members throughout…

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Located in the heart of Melbourne’s sports precinct, AAMI Park is the newest business events venue at Melbourne & Olympic Parks. With the ability to host your next event at the home of rectangular sports in Melbourne, the Olympic Park Function Rooms invite the outside in, with floor to ceiling windows that overlook the playing pitch. The open-air space on the third floor of the stadium boasts a central bar and uncompromised views of the Melbourne CBD and Richmond. Take further advantage…

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Complementary Medicines Australia (CMA) has welcomed the election of Paul Mannion, Director of Product Innovation at Blackmores, to the presidency of the CMA Board. Mr Carl Gibson, CEO of CMA said: “We are delighted to welcome Paul into his role as President of CMA. Paul’s knowledge of the industry is invaluable, as is his vision for the development of the complementary medicines sector and his deep understanding of the intersection between modern science and traditional medicine.” “Paul…

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The Association of Australian Medical Research Institutes (AAMRI) has welcomed Professor Vlado Perkovic, Executive Director of

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The RegTech Association (RTA) has announced the appointment of a new CEO and two board members: leading advocacy expert, Deborah Young as CEO; Commonwealth Bank’s (CBA) Head of Governance & Assurance, Jasper Poos as Director and serial RegTech entrepreneur, Harold Lucero as Director. The RTA brings regulators and regulated entities together to improve efficiency, productivity and safety of business and financial systems - through the adoption of RegTech. These three new appointments will…

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Social Ventures Australia (SVA) Chair Paul Robertson today announced Suzie Riddell as the organisation’s incoming CEO. Riddell is currently Chief Strategy Officer at SVA, where she has held various roles since 2011.During her time at SVA Riddell has led diverse projects and initiatives for a wide range of not-for-profit, corporate and government clients; driven internal strategy and business planning; as well as spearheaded the incubation and growth of collaborative start-up social ventures…

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The Australian Dental Industry Association (ADIA), the peak business organisation representing manufacturers and suppliers of innovative dental products, has announced that after more than eight years in the role, Troy Williams will leave as Chief Executive Officer at the end of the year. According to ADIA National President, Mr Phil Jolly, both ADIA and the dental industry are better for Mr Williams' service. “Troy’s contribution has been significant and his legacy will be enduring. Today…

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Winemakers’ Federation of Australia (WFA) and Australian Vignerons (AV) have entered into formal discussions on a potential amalgamation of the two industry bodies, to create a single united peak body, to represent the Australian grape and wine sector at the federal level. WFA Chief Executive, Tony Battaglene commented on the proposal to form a single organisation, saying, “There have been discussions over the years for reform of the grape and wine representative bodies, to deliver greater…

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