Robert Gavshon

Mr Gavshon migrated to Australia from South Africa in 1978, where he had been a partner in a law firm. After arriving in Australia, he was appointed Group General Counsel and Director of Corporate Affairs for a multinational corporation listed on the ASX. He later became a shareholder and served as a director of several public companies, including Barbeques Galore Ltd, listed on Nasdaq, and Rebel Sport, listed on the ASX. He has also been involved in various equity ventures, taking Board and advisory roles with Oporto, Hipages, and The Optical Company. He has contributed to the education sector for over two decades and was a shareholder and Chairman of Think Education Group and Open Colleges until their sale. He has also held positions in the not-for-profit sector. In 2019, he was recognised as a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for his services to education, business, and the community. He is also member of Risk committee.