Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Executive and Leadership Team

David Impey, the Chief Executive Officer - Community Enterprise Foundation at Bendigo and Adelaide Bank, directs all philanthropic initiatives and community investment strategies. Impey manages the foundation assets to support regional development across Australia. By aligning charitable grants with the core retail banking mission, the Chief Executive Officer - Community Enterprise Foundation fosters deep connections between the institution and local communities. This leadership role involves evaluating social impact metrics and ensuring the foundation remains a pillar of support for grassroots organizations. David Impey drives the strategic vision for community engagement, ensuring that financial resources reach areas requiring the most assistance. Through careful oversight of grant distribution and stakeholder partnerships, the Chief Executive Officer - Community Enterprise Foundation strengthens the reputation of the bank as a socially responsible entity. Impey maintains rigorous standards for transparency and accountability in every community-focused project.

Bruce Speirs, the Chief Operating Officer, Bendigo and Adelaide Bank at Bendigo and Adelaide Bank, manages the internal infrastructure and operational efficiency of the retail banking network. Speirs directs the daily execution of banking services, ensuring that systems remain scalable and secure for all customers. The Chief Operating Officer, Bendigo and Adelaide Bank oversees the integration of new technologies into existing workflows to streamline transaction processing. Bruce Speirs coordinates with the executive team to implement operational policies that support the broader growth objectives of the bank. By optimizing back-office functions and service delivery models, the Chief Operating Officer, Bendigo and Adelaide Bank enhances the overall customer experience. Speirs monitors performance metrics across all operational departments to identify areas for improvement. This leadership role ensures that the bank maintains high standards of service reliability while managing the complexities of a large-scale financial institution.

Sarah Bateson, the Chief Marketing Officer at Bendigo and Adelaide Bank, architects the brand strategy and customer acquisition programs across the national retail banking landscape. Bateson oversees digital marketing campaigns and product positioning to ensure alignment with the evolving needs of Australian banking customers. The Chief Marketing Officer drives market share growth by leveraging data-driven insights to refine communication channels. Sarah Bateson manages the creative direction and advertising budget, ensuring consistent messaging that reflects the values of the institution. By collaborating with product teams, the Chief Marketing Officer optimizes the customer journey from initial engagement to long-term retention. This role requires constant monitoring of competitive trends and consumer behavior to maintain a strong market position. Bateson secures brand loyalty through targeted outreach and innovative promotional activities that highlight the unique retail banking services offered by the organization.

Fiona Thompson, the Chief People Officer at Bendigo and Adelaide Bank, directs the human capital strategy and organizational development initiatives. Thompson oversees talent acquisition, employee training, and performance management systems to ensure a high-performing workforce. The Chief People Officer drives cultural alignment across the bank, fostering an environment that supports the retail banking mission. Fiona Thompson manages compensation structures and benefits programs to attract and retain top-tier financial professionals. By implementing leadership development programs, the Chief People Officer prepares the organization for future challenges and growth opportunities. This role involves close collaboration with the executive team to ensure that workforce planning supports the strategic goals of the institution. Thompson maintains a focus on employee engagement and workplace safety, ensuring that the bank remains an employer of choice within the competitive Australian financial sector.