Malcolm Watkins

Mr Watkins is a member of the Technology and Data Committee. For 30 years he oversaw the delivery of AFG's industry leading technology platform and tools that enable growth and has led the development and evolution of marketing initiatives to enable ongoing profitability for the Group and its network of brokers. Mr Watkins plays a role in extracting tangible returns on the Group's investments to further expand market share, profitability, and brand awareness. He served for five years on the board of one such investment, leading commercial lender Thinktank Group Pty Ltd, overseeing a period of expansion by the company, and investment in infrastructure and its people. Mr Watkins is a former board member of the industry's peak national body representing the sector, the MFAA.