Shane Hearn

Chief Executive Officer

Professor Shane Hearn is a respected and proud Noongar man.

His Boodja, (place of birth) is Esperance, Western Australia. 

With over 25 years experience, Professor Hearn has a distinguished record in the fields of social marketing, health and higher education. 

He has curated national campaigns, was the first Pro Vice Chancellor, Indigenous Strategy for University of Adelaide, and has held senior roles in Policy, Communication and Media. 

He is a thought leader, systems thinker with extensive experience in transforming organisations to meet the goals of reconciliation, and to enhance organisations impact when working with First Nations communities. 

He is passionate about future proofing First Nations Empowerment and self determination.