Board Member

Robert brings over four decades of expertise in not-for-profit governance and extensive experience in telecommunications and consumer advocacy. Robert’s diverse educational background, which includes a BSc, an MA in Communications, and a focus on community development and public policy, uniquely positions him to contribute to ACCAN’s mission. He brings 40 years of experience in governance roles across various organizations, including Infoxchange, 28 years at Telstra in consumer affairs and digital inclusion, and 15 years in community work.

As a research fellow and PhD student at RMIT, specialising in digital social innovation, Robert is committed to fostering cross-sector collaboration to enhance communication access for vulnerable groups. Through his involvement with the ARC Centre of Excellence for Automated Decision-Making and Society, he aims to bring valuable insights into the social impacts of emerging technologies, ensuring ACCAN continues to advocate for those at risk of exclusion in our rapidly evolving digital landscape.