Joe Thorp

Joe Thorp is a seasoned company director, chairman, and award-winning CEO.

He has vast international business experience in various areas such as commercialization, sales & marketing, distribution development, and product development across different industries.

Joe holds an MBA from the University of Adelaide, a Diploma in Company Directors Course from the Australian Institute of Company Directors, and a Bachelor's Degree in History & International Politics, also from the University of Adelaide.

His professional journey includes roles as Director at Slingsby Taylor Pty Ltd, former Director at OSL Nominee Pty Ltd, former Member of Governance & Nominations Committee at AnglicareSA, and former Registrar & Secretary of Synod at the Anglican Diocese of Adelaide among many others.

Joe's expertise extends to assisting technology-based entrepreneurs, startup ecosystem development, governance, change leadership, strategic planning, leadership development, marketing, R&D, and product & service realization.

He has served in leadership positions at various prestigious organizations like the State Theatre Company South Australia, St Peter's College, Guide Dogs SA/NT, and the University of South Australia's Future Industries Institute.

Joe Thorp has also held significant roles such as Chief Executive at TechInSA Startup Support Agency, Director at Royal Guide Dogs Australia, and Vice President Asia-Pacific at Lancer Corporation.

His background includes experience as General Manager International at Seeley International Pty Ltd and General Manager Marketing at ETSA Power.

Joe possesses a wealth of knowledge in governance, board leadership, advisory roles, and has been actively involved in multiple commercial and charitable organizations.