Christian Burden

Christian Burden currently serves as the Executive Director of Advancement at Western Sydney University, where responsibilities include leading the Office of Advancement, implementing a philanthropic strategy, and enhancing engagement with stakeholders and donors. Prior experience includes roles such as General Manager for the Western Sydney Two Blues Rugby Club, National Partnerships Executive at JDRF Australia, and Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Allergy Centre. Burden has a strong background in fundraising, stakeholder engagement, and organisational turnaround, with notable achievements including launching a £20 million fundraising campaign at the University of Plymouth as the Director of Development, Alumni Relations, and Stakeholder Engagement. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor of Education from the University of Wollongong, along with various certifications in management and marketing.