Robert Whelan
Executive Director and CEO
Robert Whelan joined the Insurance Council of Australia on March
22, 2010, after a highly successful career as a senior manager in a
diverse range of roles within the insurance and banking
sectors.
He has particularly strong experience in managing the corporate
affairs and policy functions in major insurers including AAMI and
Suncorp, as well as extensive general business management
experience in broader financial services with companies including
AMP, Legal & General and Colonial Mutual.
This is in addition to other industry experience in the
healthcare sector, where he held a number of senior management
roles, including general manager of pharmacy services at Mayne
Group Limited, which is a business servicing 3000 pharmacy
customers nationally and a retail franchise business supporting
more than 500 pharmacies across Australia.
He is well regarded in the financial services industry as a
leader in the development of public policy, and has worked
extensively with regulatory bodies, government and consumer
groups.
Rob's strong background in stakeholder management and his proven
track record in delivering solutions to complex business operations
ensure he is a driving force with the ability to deliver results
for members of the Insurance Council of Australia.