Bernadette O’Connor, draws on over 15 years (1998 – 2013) experience as Chief Executive Officer of three companies (Victoria & NSW) specializing in education and training (RTOs), employment services, apprenticeship services and disability services, and a further 15 years experience in designing and managing the delivery of local responses to the development needs of business and individuals. In addition to her CEO roles Bernadette has extensive governance experience and contributes to strategic discussions and national forums.

Bernadette is currently completing a Masters in Public Policy and Management; and holds a Graduate Diploma in Education (Mathematics); a Bachelor of Applied Science (Mathematics); an Associate Degree in Applied Science (Amenity Horticulture); an Associate Diploma in Applied Science (Therapy Radiography); a Diploma in Frontline Management; and a TAE 40110 Certificate IV in Training & Assessment.

Currently Bernadette is President of Workforce Plus and has held previous Board Directorship roles with Jobs Australia Ltd, Community Colleges Australia and Community Colleges Victoria, Victorian Adult Community & Further Education Board, Job Futures Ltd, Learn Work Develop in Baw Baw, South West Local Learning and Employment Network, South West Regional ACFE Council and the Colac Area Health Board.