Expert panel

The review is being led by an expert panel, which brings senior leadership experience from public and private sector roles, as well as an understanding and experience in industries regulated by ASIC.

Karen Chester

Ms Karen Chester is a Commissioner with the Productivity Commission. Ms Chester was previously a Partner in Mercer's global investment business, held senior executive positions with Access Capital Advisers and was the Chief Executive Officer of its corporate predecessor, Access Economics. Before her move to the private sector, Ms Chester held senior roles in the Australian public service.

Mark Gray

Mr Mark Gray has held Chief Executive positions with the Queensland Treasury, the Queensland Competition Authority and the Queensland Commission of Audit. Mr Gray has also held senior executive positions with the Macquarie Group and BDO and is an Adjunct Professor of Economics at the University of Queensland.

David Galbally AM QC

Mr David Galbally AM QC is a partner at Madgwicks Lawyers. Mr Galbally has extensive experience in commercial litigation and dispute resolution, including matters relating to corporate governance, human rights, privacy and superannuation regulation. He was appointed as Queen’s Counsel in 1996. In 2013, he was appointed to the Order of Australia in the General Division for significant service to the community, particularly through leadership in health organisations and the provision of pro bono legal services.