Our Executive Team

Chief Executive Officer
Paul is an accomplished leader with a comprehensive knowledge of Australia’s VET system. He works closely with Government, industry and education leaders to ensure that training investment decisions support Australia’s global competitiveness through stronger more capable businesses.

Chief Operating Officer
David has oversight of AIS operations, with a focus on supporting Industry Reference Committees and developing priority training package products. Having held managerial roles in aviation, training and logistics support, he understands the importance of skills capability for the growth of Australia.

Chief Strategy Officer
Leanne is responsible for leading the development of strategy, policy, communications, and research activities of the AIS organisation. Her experience includes policy development and program management of skills and workforce development solutions, domestically and internationally, for industry and government.

General Manager Finance & Human Resources
Damian is an FCPA who comes to AIS with significant experience in senior finance and corporate services roles. Known for passionate, transformational, and developmental leadership, he has built high performing finance teams and has multiple successful systems implementation projects to his credit.

General Manager AIS Global
Eva drives the international and domestic portfolio of commercial work for AIS Global. Eva’s expertise includes strategic and operational advice, policy development, designing and implementing programs, a business and advisory specialist in analysis and architecture across federal government, higher education, and financial sectors.


Director of Communications
Gayle has a successful track record in communication and stakeholder engagement delivery to support business outcomes. She has worked in both the public and private sectors with roles overseeing communications, project management, appointments, high-level forums, and portfolio briefing.
Our Skills Specialist Team

Industry Skills Manager – Transport & Logistics, Rail, Maritime and Water
Email: Ron.Horne@aistnds.org.au
Phone: 0448 166 536

Industry Skills Manager – Aviation, Corrections, Defence and Public Safety
Email: Paschal.Somers@aistnds.org.au
Phone: 0439 975 796

Industry Skills Manager – Electrotechnology and ESI Transmission, Distribution & Rail
Email: Erin.Knudsen@aistnds.org.au
Phone: 0418 434 302

Industry Skills Manager – ESI Generation, Gas Supply
Email: Andrew.Fitisemanu@aistnds.org.au
Phone: 0419 658 587