James Pearson

James Pearson FAICD FAIM serves as the Chief Executive Officer at the City of Joondalup, leading a team that provides essential services to a diverse community and attracts investment to Perth's northern strategic hub. Additionally, James holds the position of Adjunct Professor at Deakin University, where strategy is taught to MBA students. Previous roles include CEO of the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, where advocacy for Australian employers was a key focus, alongside board membership at the International Organisation of Employers and directorship at Australian Made Campaign Limited, promoting Australian products globally. James has also contributed to workplace safety initiatives with Safe Work Australia and has held significant roles in communication and education in organizations like Shell and the University of Western Australia. Educational qualifications include an MBA from Deakin University and a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from The University of Western Australia.