Corporate Ladder: Your guide to executive appointments in Queensland
Queensland’s executive appointments column tracking the movements of those driving the state’s public and private sectors.
City of Gold Coast CEO resigns
Chief Executive Officer Tim Baker announced in July that he would not renew his contract as City of Gold Coast CEO, and would conclude his tenure in December 2026.
Mayor Tom Tate thanked Baker for his service in the role since 2021.
“Tim has led one of Australia’s largest local governments through a period of significant change,” Tate said.
“Under his leadership, the City strengthened its long-term financial sustainability, modernised its operating model, delivered major infrastructure and service improvements, enhanced organisational capability and positioned itself to meet the opportunities and challenges associated with the Gold Coast’s continued growth and the lead-up to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.”
Baker said serving as CEO of the City of Gold Coast was a privilege.
“My focus for the remainder of my tenure will be on supporting Council’s priorities, continuing to lead the organisation and ensuring a smooth transition to new leadership,” he said.
Mayor Tom Tate said the Council would focus on ensuring continuity for the organisation over the coming months as it undertakes the process of appointing the City’s next CEO.
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An Acting CEO would be appointed while Baker takes a period of leave before his tenure concludes in December.
Bank appoints new Chief Customer Officer
Bendigo Bank has appointed Christopher Dean to its executive team. He will take up the role as the Bank’s chief customer officer, consumer banking.
Dean brings more than two decades of experience in banking, with experience in leadership, innovation, customer experience and digital transformation.
Prior to joining Bendigo Bank, Dean held senior positions at HSBC UK, including managing director, head of retail banking, wealth and mortgage distribution, and has spent 14 years at Barclays in leadership roles across the consumer and business divisions of the Bank.
Bendigo Bank CEO Richard Fennell welcomed Dean and highlighted his extensive experience in leading large branch networks and driving growth while delivering enhanced risk outcomes.
“As chief customer officer for consumer banking, Christopher will be responsible for overseeing the bank’s consumer and retail businesses, with a focus on growing the business through the continued delivery of exceptional service,” Fennell said.
Dean will be based in Melbourne and will officially assume the role in September, when Adam Rowse will resume his role as chief customer officer business and agribusiness.
CTM confirms new executive officer
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Ana Pedersen has been appointed as managing director and group CEO of Corporate Travel Management.
Pedersen has served as CTM’s acting group CEO since February 2 2026, and has experience in leadership across more than 20 years in the global corporate travel industry.
Pedersen said her focus is on “advancing the company’s priorities with discipline and clarity, while working toward fair and timely outcomes for those affected”.
Chairman of CTM, Ewen Crouch, said Pedersen provided steady and considered leadership during what was a particularly challenging period for CTM.
CTM is currently facing consequences for overcharging major clients for hotel and travel costs, and sacked Chief Executive Michael Healy late last year.
Pedersen joined CTM in October 2024 and prior to her appointment as acting CEO, served as the company’s global chief commercial officer.
State Super Board appoints new chair
State Super announced that Michael Dwyer AM will be appointed as chair of the State Super Board.
Dwyer brings extensive board, investment and superannuation sector experience to the role, having held senior leadership and governance positions across major Australian financial services and public sector organisations.
The State Super Board and acting chair, Catherine Bolger, welcomed Dwyer’s appointment, highlighting his deep experience in governance, investment and organisational leadership.
“His invaluable skills and background will greatly enhance our commitment to acting in our members’ best financial interests,” Bolger said.
NSW Treasurer Daniel Mookhey said Dwyer demonstrated exceptional leadership through his stewardship of the TCorp Board.
“His experience in the superannuation sector makes him well-suited to contribute to State Super’s objectives and strategic direction,” Mookhey said.
Dwyer’s appointment is effective from September 1 2026.
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