David Chuter

David Chuter currently serves as the Executive Director of Industry Growth at the Department of Industry, Science and Resources, where a significant $392.4 million Industry Growth Program was announced as part of the 2023-24 May Budget. Previously, David held the position of Interim Managing Director at Textor Technologies and served as CEO and Managing Director at the Innovative Manufacturing CRC, where leadership focused on driving innovation and R&D in Australia’s manufacturing sector. David's expertise encompasses a diverse range of roles, including Chief Executive Officer at MHG Asia Pacific, where accomplishments included optimizing profitability across multiple sites and spearheading strategic growth initiatives. A track record of noteworthy achievements includes leading significant business expansions at Futuris Group of Companies and securing key government grants for innovation and global expansion. David holds various degrees, including a Bachelor's in Engineering from the University of Bath and executive education from Harvard Business School.