Army CVs

Private & Confidential CONFIDENTIAL Benjamin James, AM, DSM Blenheim Partners Pty Ltd ABN 21 160 009 236 | Level 23, 9 Castlereagh St, Sydney NSW 2000 Australia | p +61 2 9253 0950 | w blenheimpartners.com

INTRODUCTION Ben James is a high-functioning leader with unique personal abilities to take on complex challenges; build and lead diverse teams; manage risk and achieve extraordinary results during a period of rapid technological and social change within the Australian Army. His impressive record over 32 years through proven leadership of Defence and Cross- Government organisations and international coalitions is recognition of his ability to build trust, implement solutions and affect outcomes at the highest levels of large organisations. Twice recognised through Australia Day honours and awards for his leadership, Ben is a grounded individual with courage, integrity and authentic humanity as prime leadership qualities. KEY CAPABILITIES • Outstanding leadership of diverse teams, brokering solutions and delivering proven results. • Demonstrated experience in c-suite and national strategic policy development through the Department of Prime Minister & Cabinet, Office of the Minister for Defence, Army Headquarters and on operations. • Proven deliverer of results, implementing long term, institutional structural and cultural reform in response to identified challenges. • Innovative thinker, forming and implementing strategic partnerships between Army and other national institutions such as the Australian Institute of Sport and Rugby Australia. • Outstanding communication skills with demonstrated experience in public speaking, written communication and use of social media. OVERVIEW OF PROFESSIONAL HISTORY • 2018-19: Director General, Training & Doctrine, Australian Army. • 2016-17: Commander 1st Brigade, Australian Army. • 2015-16: Director General, Project Land 400, Australian Army. • 2011: Senior Advisor, Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet. 2

MILESTONES • Planned and implemented Army’s ‘Training Transformation’, an Army-wide program of cultural reform, structural change and continual improvement, leveraging technology, international best practice and industry partnerships to drive institutional training outcomes. • Planned and executed large-scale, collective training exercises, managing risk and international partnerships to deliver Australian Defence Force and Whole of Government readiness, technology modernisation and interoperability objectives. • Prepared and led an organisation of 1,200 Australian, US, Singapore and New Zealand soldiers and other government agencies on operations in Afghanistan. Leadership recognised through the award of a Distinguished Service Medal. • Prepared, deployed and led an organisation of 900 Australian and New Zealand soldiers on operations in East Timor. Leadership recognised with appointment as a Member of the Order of Australia. UNIQUE VALUE PROPOSITION • A proven, authentic leader of diverse teams in dynamic, complex and challenging scenarios. • Highly capable in formulating and implementing strategic policy with c-suite executives to deliver proven results. • A strong planner, risk manager and clear communicator, setting direction, building trust and consensus in large organisations to achieve common goals. PROFESSIONAL HISTORY 2018-2019: Director General, Training and Doctrine, Australian Army. • Army’s Executive Training Authority, responsible for nine training centres, 3,500 staff and an annual training throughput of 30,000 students, with a budget of more than $84M per annum • Planned and delivered large scale, coalition training exercises of 8,000 and 30,000 people, managing risk to safely achieve directed readiness, modernisation and coalition interoperability objectives. 2016-2017: Commander 1st Brigade, Darwin 3

• Commanded 3,000 soldiers between Darwin and Adelaide to achieve directed levels of readiness to meet Army and Australian Defence Force preparedness requirements. • Significant representational and international engagement responsibilities to promote Army’s engagement with the community and coalition and international partners. 2014-2016, Director General, Project Land 400, Army Headquarters • Oversaw the setting of user requirements and tender evaluation for the Australian Army’s largest modernization project, Land 400. • Collaboration and negotiation with the Defence Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group and Industry partners to deliver step-change technology and capability outcomes. 2013-2014: Student, United States Army War College, Carlisle, Pennsylvania • Selected by Chief of Army as the single Australian student to attend the United Stated Army War College, undertaking post-graduate study and research in strategic leadership, critical and strategic thinking and strategic planning. • Graduated as a ‘Distinguished Fellow’, reserved for the top 20% of the graduating class and the highest official qualification offered by the US Army War College. 2011-2012: Deputy Commander, Combined Team Uruzgan, Operation Slipper, Afghanistan • Senior Australian Commander of 1,700 Australian, United States and Singaporean soldiers in Uruzgan Province, Afghanistan. • Awarded a Distinguished Service Medal for ‘distinguished leadership on warlike operations’. 2011: Senior Advisor, National Security Policy, Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet • Developed national strategic Defence and security policy in support of the National Security Adviser, primarily focussed on Australia’s contribution to the war in Afghanistan. • Close cooperation and policy development with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Department of Finance and the Australian Intelligence Community. 2010: Military Assistant to Chief of Army, Army Headquarters • Direct personal staff to Chief of Army, supporting his travel, international engagement, daily office priorities and operations. 4

• Oversight of c-suite executive board (Chief of Army Senior Advisory Committee), including the implementation of strategic decisions into action across various branches within Army and Defence. VOLUNTARY AND PRO BONO ACTIVITIES • Director, ACT Rowing o Giving back to a sport that has given me so much satisfaction and learning in life. • President, Australian Army Rugby Union o Remaining engaged and grounded with young men and women of the Australian Army through a sport that has helped shaped my values and beliefs. • Legacy o Support to annual collection and fund-raising activities EDUCATION • Australian Institute of Company Directors, Sydney o Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, 2018 • United States Military ‘Capstone’ Program o Classified strategic leadership program at various locations in the USA • United States Army War College, Carlisle, Pennsylvania o Post-Graduate leadership and strategic thinking program, Masters in Strategic Planning 2013-14 • University of New South Wales (2000) o Masters of Defence Studies, 2000 • University of New South Wales o Bachelor of Arts (BA), 1989 5

• Anglican Church Grammar School, East Brisbane o Student, 1982-1986 PROFESSIONAL BODIES • Director, Rowing ACT. • Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. • President, Australian Army Rugby Union. PERSONAL • Married to Fiona, a registered nurse, since 1998. • Two sons, Fergus and Dougal, aged 19 and 17. RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES • Mountain biking and remaining physically fit. • Surfing. • Cooking and listening to music. 6

Private & Confidential CONFIDENTIAL Peter ‘Gus’ Gilmore AO, DSC Blenheim Partners Pty Ltd ABN 21 160 009 236 | Level 23, 9 Castlereagh St, Sydney NSW 2000 Australia | p +61 2 9253 0950 | w blenheimpartners.com

PROFILE Over 35 years’ experience in executive leadership, crisis and risk management, policy formulation, strategic planning and organisational design. Uniquely experienced in performing under pressure, accomplishing goals by engaging with risk and making critical decisions in complex, dynamic, and chaotic environments. A strong reputation of leading with purpose and exceeding delivery expectations. Has led people in large organisations, military and civilian in Australia and overseas, including commanding the Special Air Service Regiment (SAS) on operations. Has led at the most senior levels of the Australian Defence Force. With commercial experience including advising Government on Australia’s global military commitments, heading engagements and negotiations with Australia’s international partners, and being at the forefront of leading deep cultural change in the Australian Army. Currently working with government and commercial organisations as a strategic advisor applying training, strategy and leadership experience to assess and advise on non-financial risk, organisational design, functional strategy, cultural change, harnessing technology, success in managing disruption, and high performance. A graduate of Harvard Business School’s Advanced Management Program, Australia’s Institute of Company Directors, New Zealand’s Institute for Strategic Leadership, and the yearlong postgraduate technology program at the British Royal Military College of Science. SENIOR EXECUTIVE EXPERIENCE • Senior executive responsible for advising Government, the Chief of the Defence Force, and the Secretary of Defence on Australia’s military strategic commitments. Responsible for coordinating the Defence contribution to global and domestic crisis response and recovery efforts across Australian and international government departments and agencies. [Head of Military Strategic Commitments Division (2017-2019)] • Chief executive responsible for leading 35,000 people located in more than 140 bases across Australia. With responsibilities encompassing training systems design, driving innovation, building resilience, evolving organisational capability, and assuring the air worthiness of Defence’s helicopter fleet. [Commander of Forces Command (2015-2016)] • Senior executive responsible for oversight of Army’s daily business operations, $6.5bn annual budget, and 46,000 strong workforce. Responsible for guiding Army’s deep cultural reform following a series of high profile public incidents in 2011. [Deputy Chief of Army (2013-2014)] • Chief executive responsible for leading the evolution of Australia’s Special Operations capability, incorporating sophisticated and novel technologies, providing innovative 8

solutions to sudden and unprecedented national security challenges, and introducing programs to ensure the wellbeing of a heavily tasked workforce operating in complex and dangerous environments. [Special Operations Commander Australia (2011-2012)] • Chief executive responsible for leading 3,000 people from 22 nations conducting complex military operations across Afghanistan. Engaged closely with international partners, senior leaders and ministers. Planned and led the NATO special operations campaign throughout the peak year of 2010. [Commander International Security Assistance Force Special Operations Forces (2010)] • Senior executive responsible for overseeing the daily operations of Australia’s Special Operations Forces, including budget, workforce and training management. [Deputy Special Operations Commander (2009)] • Senior executive responsible for leading Army’s strategic planning function. Engaged in policy formulation supporting the 2009 Defence White Paper and negotiated persuasively to grow provisioning for Army’s future capabilities. [Director General Future Land Warfare (2007-2008)] • Senior executive responsible for developing and delivering Defence’s communication strategy and objectives. With an integrated public service and military workforce, led media liaison and critical incident management as Defence’s public spokesperson. [Director General Public Affairs (2006-2007)] • Chief Executive responsible for leading a 40-person team of international advisors directly supporting the Chief of the Iraqi Armed Forces re-establish his strategic headquarters in Baghdad. [Commanding General Iraqi Transition Team (2005-2006)] EXECUTIVE EXPERIENCE • Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet, National Security Division Senior Advisor (2003-2004) • Special Air Service (SAS) Regiment, Commanding Officer (2001-2002) • Leadership roles (1984-2000) BOARD EXPERIENCE • Member of the Special Air Service (SAS) Resources Trust Board of Trustees (2001-2002) • Member of the Commando Welfare Trust Board of Trustees (2011-2013) • Chair of the Australian Army and Airforce Canteen Service Advisory Committee (2013- 2014) • Member of the Chief of Army’s Standing Advisory Committee (2011-2016) • Co-Chair of the Australian War Memorial Collections Committee (2017-2018) 9

• Member of the National Counter-Terrorism Senior Oversight Group (2017-2018) • Member of the Defence Strategic Policy Committee (2017-2018) • Co-Chair of Defence International Engagement Committee, the Defence Strategic Coordination Committee, and the Defence Counter-Terrorism Committee (2017-2018) HONOURS Appointed an Officer of the Order of Australia in the 2013 Queens Birthday Australian Honours List for distinguished service in senior leadership roles in the Australian Defence Force in Australia and overseas. This award advanced a 2009 appointment as a Member of the Order of Australia for exceptional service in leadership roles in Defence, including as the Director General of Defence Public Affairs. The earlier award of the Centenary Medal by the Australian Government in 2003 recognised contributions to Australian Society. International and operational awards include the Distinguished Service Cross, for distinguished leadership of Australia’s first Special Forces Task Group in Afghanistan immediately following the 9/11 terrorist attacks in 2001; the United States’ Bronze Star Medal, for leadership in Afghanistan during a subsequent tour of duty in late 2002; the United States’ Legion of Merit, for leadership of an international team in Iraq during 2006; and the United States’ Meritorious Service Medal, for outstanding leadership of a 22 nation coalition in Afghanistan in 2010. EDUCATION Bachelor of Arts – University of New South Wales, Australia Master of Arts (International Relations) – Deakin University, Australia Advanced Management Program (AMP193) - Harvard Business School, United States Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD) – Australia Graduate of the Institute for Strategic Leadership - New Zealand Graduate of the Royal Military College of Science - United Kingdom Graduate of the Royal Military College Duntroon – Australia 10

Private & Confidential CONFIDENTIAL SHANE CAUGHEY, AM, CSC Blenheim Partners Pty Ltd ABN 21 160 009 236 | Level 23, 9 Castlereagh St, Sydney NSW 2000 Australia | p +61 2 9253 0950 | w blenheimpartners.com

PROFILE Professional, proactive and insightful senior Defence expert with a broad matrix of skills and deep experience in executive leadership; National Security and Defence policy development and implementation; and strategic and operational planning, gained through a thirty-eight year career in the Australian Regular Army, retiring in 2018 as a Major General. I have been responsible for command, leadership and management functions at the tactical, operational and strategic levels, including extensive engagement across the Australian and foreign governments and with multi-national organisations, demanding an ability to work in diverse professional environments. I believe that a successful leader must be able to engage with all members of their team in a constructive, positive and inclusive manner. Pragmatic, resilient and focused, I thrive on workplace diversity and challenges. STRENGTHS • Policy and strategy development. • Strategic and operational planning in complex and dynamic environments. • Well-developed critical thinking abilities and sound judgement in fluid and ambiguous environments with demonstrated capacity to identify and address key issues among a mass of potentially misleading and distracting information. • Commitment to leadership: I believe in achieving goals through effective leadership and mentoring, enabling the development of strong partnerships and accountability. • As an executive leader: implemented initiatives focused on developing organisational culture and capability to build a performance-driven and dynamic organisation. • Proven capacity to lead and implement organisational transformation including change management and engagement strategies for major initiatives. • Strong experience in human resource management, industrial relations compliance and organisational development. • Demonstrated ability to lead complex risk management and assurance agendas, including the development of safety management systems; governance audit and review of policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with all legal and organisational requirements. • Performance management through coaching, accountability, continuous improvement and competency-based training. I am a strong believer in the value of mentoring and ’leading up’ to superiors. 12

• Established and maintained constructive and collaborative relationships with professional bodies, government and non-government agencies, regulatory bodies and consultative forums. • With extensive multi-national and whole of government experience, I maintain a strong international network of senior professionals in the National Security policy and Defence arenas. KEY EXPERIENCE • Vice Director of Operations, United States Central Command - 2015-2017 o As an Australian officer embedded within the United States Military, planned and managed all US and multi-national operations in the Middle East Region, including Iraq, Syria and Afghanistan. o Effectively engaged with the senior levels of the United States Department of Defense and other United States Government Departments. o Senior Australian representative within US Central Command, successfully representing the interests and requirements of the Australian Government and Australian Defence force where Australian Military personnel were deployed on operations. • Deputy Chief of Joint Operations - 2013-2015 o Oversaw all aspects of Australian Defence Force Operations, both overseas and domestically, as the principal staff officer of a joint operational headquarters. o Coordinated Australian Defence Force Operations with other Government departments, including the Australian Government’s response to the MH-17 and MH-70 airline disasters. o Forecast and managed the Command’s 120 million dollar budget and oversaw all corporate governance functions. • Commander 3rd Brigade- 2011-2013 o Commanded over 4000 personnel of the Australian Defence Forces’ High Readiness Multi-Role Combat Brigade. o Ensured operational preparedness in training, logistics and administration to respond to short notice operational contingencies. o Senior Australian Defence Force Representative in North Queensland and member of the North Queensland Consultative Group, responsible for advising on regional needs and priorities. 13

o Strategic advisor to the Townsville Enterprises concerning regional development and grow. • National Commander in Afghanistan - 2011 o Successfully facilitated National Command aspects for all Australian Defence Force personnel deployed to Afghanistan. o Engaged with the Government of Afghanistan on the conduct of Australian Defence Force operations to ensure the required operational environment and framework. o Represented the interests and requirements of the Australian Government and Australian Defence Force with all stakeholders. This required a high level of engagement and consultation with the Government of Afghanistan, NATO leaders, the United Nations, the International Committee of the Red Cross and a range of other stakeholders. • Chief of Staff Land Headquarters and inaugural Chief of Staff of Headquarters Forces Command - 2009-10 o Led the planning and oversaw the implementation of the outcomes of a comprehensive Army wide review, leading to the most significant organisational change in the Australian Army in more than 40 years. o Successfully managed the merger of the two major components of the Australian Army (Land Command and Training Command) into the single entity of Forces Command. o Coordinated the management functions for almost 90 percent of the Australian Army to ensure effective and efficient training, administration and logistics. o Successfully managed a financial budget of $110M. • Director Military Strategic Commitments - 2007 o Directed strategic level planning, management and coordination of Australian Defence Force Operations allowing appropriate consideration and decision making by Government in relation to ADF current and proposed operations. o Oversaw the development of: ▪ Australian Defence Force Operational Concepts. ▪ Department of Defence input to National Security Policy. o Represented the Department of Defence on inter-departmental working groups and task forces in a range of international and national crisis ensuring the Department of Defence capabilities and requirements were appropriately considered and employed. 14

• Secondment to the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet - 2006 o As a military officer embedded in Australia’s key Government policy department, I was: ▪ Responsible for the development of Australian Government Security policy. ▪ Worked with key stakeholders across all Commonwealth Government Departments and State Government Jurisdictions to achieve alignment and consensus on policy development. ▪ Successfully negotiated to achieve consensus amongst various Government Departments on a range of complex issues. • Previous command and operational appointments o As Commanding officer of 6th Battalion Royal Australian Regiment - 2004- 2005: ▪ Responsible for command leadership and management of an Army combat unit Unit of 600 personnel, including all operational, training, logistics and personnel administration. ▪ Commanded the Battalion on operations as it provided security to the western half Timor Leste, as part of the United Nations Mission of Support in East Timor, including the coordination and resolution of border issues between Timor Leste and Indonesia. This ensured continued peace and security along the Border between Timor Leste and Indonesia in a complex and volatile environment. o As Chief Operations Officer of the United Nations Truce Supervision Organisation based in Jerusalem, Israel - 2001-02: ▪ Planned and conducted United Nations Military Observer operations in Southern Lebanon, the Golan Heights and Sinai Peninsula, including the Coordination of United Nation’s Military Operations with host nation Governments. ▪ Commanded the Australian Contingent within the United Nations Truce Supervision Organisation. o As a United Nations Military Observer in the Iran Iraq Military Observer Group – 1989-90: ▪ Led an international team of military observers in an isolated, arduous and dangerous environment, ▪ Represented the United Nations in the field, including the engagement with senior Iranian government authorities and military commanders. 15

▪ Monitored and reported on ceasefire compliance between Iran and Iraq; EDUCATION • Bachelor of Professional Studies - University of New England • Masters of Defence Studies - University of Canberra • Graduate Diploma in Strategic Management - Centre for Defence and Strategic Studies • Graduate of the Centre for Defence and Strategic Studies and the Australian Army Command and Staff College PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT • Company Director’s Course (Australian Institute of Company Directors) Comprehensive grounding in roles and duties of board directors. Effective decision- making, legal aspects of directorship, financial literacy and Strategy. KEY AWARDS • Appointed a Member of the Order of Australia for service in Afghanistan • Awarded the Conspicuous Service Cross for command of the 6th Battalion Royal Australian Regiment in Timor Leste • Awarded the Legion of Merit (Degree of Officer) by the United States Government for service with United States Central Command • Awarded the French Defense Medal for support to French forces deployed in the Middle East Area of Operations 16

Private & Confidential CONFIDENTIAL Sue McGready, CSC Blenheim Partners Pty Ltd ABN 21 160 009 236 | Level 23, 9 Castlereagh St, Sydney NSW 2000 Australia | p +61 2 9253 0950 | w blenheimpartners.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY A dynamic and energetic leader with broad experience at senior executive level primarily in logistics and human resources. Over 30 years demonstrated experience leading teams in a wide range of complex and challenging environments in Australia and internationally. A personable and inclusive senior executive with outstanding management skills and a focus on coaching and mentoring teams to achieve superior results. Has delivered outstanding results in service delivery through organic capability and outsourced solutions. Very highly adept in managing large and complex outsourced solutions delivering highly effective solutions to a large client base. A highly effective networker with strategic and political acumen. A confident and articulate oral communicator, a leader of change. Highly experienced in leading teams and organisations with budget responsibilities of over A$1.6b and up to 500 employees with a track record of success. High levels of personal integrity and possessing a strong moral compass. RECENT CAREER SUMMARY Director General Defence Force Recruiting 2018 - Present Director General Estate Service Delivery 2015 - 2017 Royal College of Defence Studies 2014-2015 Commander Defence National Storage and Distribution Centre 2012 - 2013 Director Supply Capability – Air Force 2009 – 2011 EDUCATION 2014 - 2015 Member Royal College of Defence Studies, London 2011 2005 Graduate Australian Institute of Company Directors Graduate Australian Command and Staff College 18

Graduate Diploma in Management (Defence Studies), University of Canberra 2005 Graduate Diploma in Management (Project Management), University of Southern Queensland 2001 Bachelor of Arts (Economics and Management), University of New South Wales 1989 Graduate Australian Defence Force Academy 1989 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Royal Australian Air Force – Australian Defence Force 1987 - Present As a serving officer of the Royal Australian Air Force presents with strong leadership and management background across diverse range of appointments. Extensive experience in logistics and personnel management from small teams to large complex organisations geographically dispersed across Australia. Director General Defence Force Recruiting 2018 - Present Led an integrated team of Army, Navy and Air Force personnel, Australian Public Servants and multiple contractors to recruit more than 7500 people to almost 300 roles in the Australian Defence Force each year. Responsible for the management of the brand promotion for Army, Navy and Air Force. Managed a budget of $170m annually, expended primarily through the management of several complex service delivery contracts. Achievements: • Achieved 94% of recruiting targets in 2018, highest achievement in 18 years, and 93% in 2019. • Negotiated the implementation of a Recruitment Management Information System which had stalled for the previous 10 years. Funded through judicious management of contracts. • Secured endorsement from Cabinet for brand marketing campaigns for the ADF. • Negotiated the final contract extension on the premier Recruiting Services Contract. Reduced performance indicators from 132 to 23 indicators. • Undertook preliminary work to prepare the organisation to approach the market for an innovative outsourced solution for Recruiting Services. 19

Director General Estate Service Delivery Estate and Infrastructure Group, Department of Defence 2015 - 2017 Led an integrated team of ADF, APS and contractors in delivering services of 32 product lines to members of the ADF and Defence Department across 112 sites across Australia. Managed a budget of $1.6b delivering services through ten national prime contracts. Achievements: • Improved governance and oversight of the $800k estate works program by collaborating with multiple stakeholders and providing oversight to the Parliamentary Works Committee. • Integrated service delivery of 32 products which delivered more effective support to the ADF and efficiencies that were re-invested in the business. Commander Defence National Storage and Distribution Centre Joint Logistics Command 2012 - 2013 Led an integrated team of 600 ADF, APS and four contracted companies in delivering procurement, storage, maintenance and distribution of inventory across six dispersed sites. Provided logistics support to internationally deployed Australian Forces. Achievements: • Reduced inventory by 2,000,000 items • Transitioned the Maintenance management contractor on site. • Led the change management program across facilities, business process, organisational structure, contracts, IT and people. Director of Supply Capability – Air Force 2009 - 2011 Led a multi-disciplinary team in developing logistics policy, logistics workforce employment profiles, logistics IT requirements and articulating the requirements for capability sustainment by industry. Achievements: • Delivered the Air Force Materiel Sustainment Reform Program which embedded logistics into the Air Force capability cycle. • Established the Air Movements Remediation Project to remediate shortfalls in staff training, policy, support equipment and facilities. 20

Executive Officer Cadets Australian Defence Force Academy 2006 - 2007 Led a team of 70 staff providing training to and management of 950 officer trainees. AWARDS AND DECORATIONS 2015 Conspicuous Service Cross 2008 Commander Defence National Storage and Distribution Centre 1994 Vice Chief of Defence Force Commendation Force Commanders Commendation – United Nations Operation in Somalia OTHER APPOINTMENTS, ACCREDITATIONS AND QUALIFICATIONS Patron Australian Defence Force Women’s Rugby League 2016 - Present Patron Australian Defence Force Netball Association 2016 - Present Non-Executive Director RAAF Welfare Trust Fund 2018 - 2019 Australian National Security College Senior Executive Service Program 2017 Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy Senior Executive Program 2017 COMMONWEALTH SECURITY CLASSIFICATION Current Negative Vet, Level Two by AGSVA 21