Elaine Bensted

Elaine Bensted is an accomplished leader with extensive experience in executive roles within various organizations. Currently serving as Chief Executive at Zoos SA since September 2012, Bensted also mentors at MENTOR LIST - MASTER MIND from April 2019. Previously, Bensted held positions including Chief Executive and Deputy Chief Executive at TAFE SA, and President of IPAA SA. Additional experience includes executive director roles in the Government of South Australia and general manager at the City of Burnside. Bensted's educational credentials include a Master's in Public Policy & Management from Monash University, an MBA from the University of South Australia, and a Company Directors Course from the Australian Institute of Company Directors, among other qualifications.