New CEO for Standards Australia

Dr Bronwyn Evans has been appointed as chief executive officer of Standards Australia. Incumbent CEO Colin Blair will retire in October and will continue to serve in the role until Dr Evans commences the position on 28 October.

“The appointment follows an exhaustive and rigorous process in which many high-calibre candidates were considered and assessed,” said Dr Alan Morrison, chairman, Standards Australia.

An engineer by profession, Dr Evans comes to the role following an extensive global career in healthcare and engineering, having most recently held the position of senior vice president, quality, clinical and regulatory at Cochlear Limited. Prior to that, Dr Evans held senior positions at GE Healthcare and Ultrasound. Dr Evans is a fellow of Engineers Australia.

“Dr Evans will be the second consecutive CEO of Standards Australia who previously worked in standards development within the organisation. This practical and grassroots understanding of standardisation will be a significant advantage in the role,” Dr Morrison said.

As CEO, Dr Evans will be responsible for the implementation of Standards Australia’s 2014-18 Strategic Plan which outlines the organisation’s vision, mission and priorities.