Emba Ca Gaicd Fcca Trudi Ashcroft (James)

Trudi Ashcroft (James), EMBA CA GAICD FCCA has a diverse and extensive work experience spanning various industries and roles. Trudi is currently the Director of Corporate Services at BallyCara. Prior to that, they served as the Head of Finance & Reporting at UnitingCare Queensland. Trudi also took on the role of Chief Executive Officer (Interim) at Innovation Centre Sunshine Coast Pty Ltd. Trudi's earlier experience includes working at the University of the Sunshine Coast as part of the Strategic Initiatives team, where they played a key role in executing change initiatives and enhancing operational efficiency. Trudi also served as the Director of Finance & Business Performance at TAFE Queensland, leading financial strategy and mentoring diverse teams. Furthermore, Trudi has held notable positions at Steinhoff International, including Chief Financial Officer for Reid, Harveys, and Relyon, where they successfully implemented operational transformations and achieved financial sustainability. Their expertise includes leading large finance teams, budgeting, reporting, and strategic financial decision-making.

Trudi Ashcroft (James), EMBA CA GAICD FCCA has a diverse education history. In 1995, they obtained the title of Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (FCCA) from ACCA. Following this, in 1998 to 1999, they pursued a Post Graduate Certificate in Management from the University of Exeter. In 2012 to 2013, they completed the Executive Acumen Leadership Program at Acumen International. Most recently, from 2017 to 2019, Trudi Ashcroft (James) attended the University of the Sunshine Coast, earning their MBA - Executive (EMBA) degree. Additionally, they hold various certifications such as Chartered Accountant (CA) from Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, obtained in 2016, and Graduate Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD) from the Australian Institute of Company Directors, attained in 2014.