Danny is an experienced company director and passionate advocate for rural industries. He is the CEO of the Australian Honey Bee Industry Council and holds B.app.Sci from the University of Melbourne, a M.Agribus from University of Adelaide and is a graduate of Australian Institute of Company Directors.
Driven by a lifelong connection to the land and rural industries he has a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing producers. Danny employs a pragmatic and solutionsfocused approach, tackling challenges with a clear vision to deliver value for stakeholders.
Danny’s diverse background encompasses business management, research and development, along with a comprehensive understanding of various rural industries. This unique perspective allows him to approach issues with a holistic and pragmatic viewpoint. Danny’s more recent experiences at the cold face of the NSW varroa biosecurity response has given him a profound and unique understanding of the Australian biosecurity system from an industry perspective.
BAppSc, MAgribus, GAICD.
Appointed 1 October 2020. Reappointed 1 October 2023.