Rod Byrnes

Rod Byrnes is an accomplished business change manager and communication expert with extensive experience in leading change management initiatives across various sectors. Currently serving as Business Change Manager at Annecto since May 2022 and Chief Commissioner at Scouts Victoria since February 2020, Rod has previously held significant roles including Change Manager at Opteon and Senior Change Manager at Telstra, where Rod led a major fulfillment and logistics change management program. Prior to these positions, Rod held multiple roles at Mercer, including Principal and Senior Change and Communication Consultant, focusing on strategic communication for ASX200 companies and navigating workforce challenges. With a Graduate Certificate in Change Management from AGSM @ UNSW Business School, Rod's expertise encompasses employee engagement, effective communication, and managing complex organizational changes.