Alumni appointments July 2026

Alumni from melbourne business school get good jobs... etc

Intro to carry over each month...

 

Gordon Naylor (MBA 1997) has been appointed the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of CSL, an ASX-listed global biotechnology company headquartered in Melbourne. Gordon brings more than three decades of global biotechnology leadership experience across operations, finance, technology and advanced manufacturing. Gordon joined CSL in the late 1980s as an engineer and has spent more than three decades helping shape the company's growth into a global biotechnology leader. As CEO and Managing Director, he will lead CSL’s global business and strategic direction. Read more here.

Andrea Nieto Eyzaguirre (MBA 2008) has been elected as the first woman president of Chiletec, the Association of Chilean Technology Companies. Andrea's appointment marks an important milestone for both the organisation and the country's technology sector, reflecting her strong leadership, industry expertise and commitment to innovation. As President, she will play a key role in strengthening Chile's technology ecosystem, supporting digital transformation and fostering collaboration across the industry. Read more here.

Layton Shannos (MBA 2017) has concluded his tenure as Acting Chief Executive Officer of Webjet Group, a digital travel business, following the appointment of Nicole Sheffield as the company's Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer on 20 July 2026. Layton, the Chief Financial Officer, assumed the Acting CEO role in June 2026, providing leadership continuity while the Board conducted its search for a permanent CEO. A long-serving executive with more than 12 years at Webjet Group, Layton has held a range of senior finance and corporate leadership roles and played an important part in the company's financial management and corporate development.

Gina Jardine (MBA 2011) has been appointed Non-Executive Director of Resolute Mining Limited. Gina brings extensive executive leadership and governance experience across the mining and resources sector, having built a distinguished career in capital-intensive, operationally complex and highly regulated industries. Her appointment further strengthens the company's Board as it continues to pursue growth opportunities across its international operations. Read more here.

Adam Hales (MBA 2012) has been appointed Associate Partner at PMP Strategy as the strategic management consulting firm continues to expand its North American Telecom Media and Technology (TMT) practice. Adam joins PMP Strategy from Kearney, where he was a Senior Principal in the firm's TMT practice, having previously held leadership roles at Boston Consulting Group and Delta Partners. He brings more than 16 years of international experience advising telecommunications, media and technology organisations across North America, Europe, Africa and the Middle East. Read more here.

Shae Bolton-Brown (Executive MBA 2022) is stepping down as the inaugural General Manager of the Australian professional netball team Melbourne Mavericks. Since the club's establishment in 2023, Shae has played a pivotal role in building the organisation from the ground up, helping to shape its culture, establish its operations and grow a passionate supporter community. Under her leadership, the Mavericks achieved several important milestones, including surpassing 2,600 members, securing its first finals appearance, establishing its home at the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre and appointing a new head coach on a multi-year agreement. As she prepares to hand over leadership at the end of the season, Melbourne Business School congratulates Shae on her outstanding contribution to the club's foundation and growth, and wishes her every success in the next chapter of her career. Read more here.