Ian Paterson

Ian Paterson is an experienced Chief People Officer currently leading growth and capability development at Respect, a not-for-profit aged care provider in Australia, since July 2024. Previously, Ian served as General Manager People & Culture at Dahlsens Building Centres Pty Ltd, where strategic HR initiatives supported a workforce of 1,400 employees. Ian's tenure as Chief Human Resources Officer at Camp Australia was marked by significant achievements, including winning the Australian Business Award for Business Innovation and implementing strategies that enhanced workforce engagement and operational efficiency. With a solid foundation in HR management from previous roles at ACM Parts, Toll Dnata, DuluxGroup, Campbell Arnott, and Star City, Ian holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology with Honours from UNSW.