The Board of NAEN comprises individuals from diverse backgrounds with expertise that has seen them recognised as leaders in their industries. They come from across Australia, from a wide range of industry sectors and with an exceptional degree of expertise in understanding and advancing the interests of Australia’s apprenticeship system. Our constitution is found here.
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Sharon Smith
Chair
Appointed Director ACT/NSW
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Tom Emeleus
Deputy Chair
Member Elected Director
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Andrew McCarthy
Appointed Director VIC
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Leanne Wallace
Appointed Director TAS
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Iain McDougall
Member Elected Director
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Stuart Diepeveen
Appointed Director WA
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Kathryn Stenson
Member Elected Director
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Nick Couper
Member Elected Director
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Tracey Kelly
Appointed Director SA
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Paul Hillberg
Appointed Director QLD/NT
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Gideon Perrott
Member Elected Director