WGA appoints Darren Russ as Chief Information Officer

Appointment of Darren Russ

WGA is pleased to announce the appointment of Darren Russ as its new Chief Information Officer (CIO).  

Darren brings over 35 years of experience in technology strategy, enterprise architecture, and systems transformation. His career encompasses leadership roles at Accenture and Enrite Solutions, as well as senior leadership engagements with major national Australian organisations. He also served as Chief Operating Officer for the Anglican Diocese of Adelaide, providing him with a unique perspective on integrating operational excellence with digital innovation. 

“We are thrilled to welcome Darren to WGA,” said Ben Stapleton, Joint Managing Director. “His extensive experience in technology strategy aligns perfectly with our vision and strategic plan. We are confident that Darren’s leadership will enhance our ability to support our clients more effectively and drive our AI and data management front.” 

“The road ahead presents many possibilities,” added Darren. “I look forward to working with a skilled team to align technology with WGA’s strategic goals, harness data effectively, and explore opportunities for innovation that can create meaningful impacts.” 

Darren’s expertise in technology strategy, digital transformation, and data innovation will be a significant asset to WGA as it navigates the ever-evolving technology landscape and elevates its capabilities across Australia and New Zealand. 

More about Darren Russ:  

Darren is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and recently completed a 7-year tenure as a Non-Executive Director for Anglicare SA, serving on the board’s Finance and Risk Committees and providing coaching to the CIO. Additionally, he is a Justice of the Peace for South Australia.