2025 in Review: Board Directors' Report

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Board Directors

Leadership Excellence

Our Board of Directors provides strategic governance, industry expertise, and unwavering commitment to WAITTA's mission of fostering technology innovation across Western Australia.

Each year, we honour those who have completed their service while welcoming new voices who will guide our organisation forward. Their collective wisdom ensures WAITTA continues to bridge the digital divide and champion inclusive innovation.

Outgoing Directors leave a lasting legacy of dedicated service, having shaped our programs, strengthened partnerships, and advanced our strategic objectives.

Incoming Directors bring fresh perspectives, diverse expertise, and renewed energy to drive WAITTA's next chapter of growth and impact.

Together, they embody our commitment to continuity, innovation, and excellence in governance.


Meet our current Board of Directors Meet our current Board of Directors

Outgoing Board Directors

With deep gratitude, we acknowledge the dedication and lasting impact of our departing directors.

Con Polkinghorne Board Director

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Nathan Cole Board Director
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Hall Jackson Board Director
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Wayne Skeggs Board Director

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Incoming Board Directors

We warmly welcome our new directors who bring fresh vision and expertise to guide WAITTA forward

Anita Ghose Board Director

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Our Governance Values

Integrity

Transparent, ethical decision-making that puts our community first.

Innovation

Forward-thinking strategies that anticipate and shape tomorrow's opportunities.

Inclusion

Ensuring diverse voices shape our decisions and technology serves all.

"Our board's strength lies in its diversity of thought, experience, and vision. As we honour those who have given so much, we embrace new leaders who will carry WAITTA's mission forward with passion and purpose."

Premila Jina

President, WAITTA

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