Caroline Robinson

Previous director or related experience:

• Inaugural Chair and Board Director for the Australasian Council of Podiatry Deans.

Competencies and skills relevant to the role:

• My knowledge of the podiatry profession in Australia and the UK, well developed leadership and communication skills, and my capability for effective networking, would be valuable for an APodA Board Director role.
• I have a deep understanding of podiatry education and the collaborative approach required by universities and industry to promote the profession, attract prospective students, and ensure sustainability of the podiatry workforce.
• My experience in creating professional networks and skills in developing collaborative research projects, would contribute to building capacity of the APodA Board.
• My role as the inaugural Chair of the Australasian Council of Podiatry Deans enhanced my understanding of the value of an effective Board of Directors and developed my capability for governance, strategic planning, and risk assessment.

Personal attributes relevant to the role:

• I am a collaborator with a curious nature and a strong work ethic.
• I value diversity and enjoy the challenge of understanding different perspectives.
• I have become kinder over the years and more understanding of different ways of being and doing.
• I am an effective communicator and enjoy advocating for people and issues when this is appropriate.
• I actively seek learning every day and have a broad range of interests, particularly environmental sustainability and social equity.
• I have 42 years’ experience as a podiatrist in the UK and Australia and continue to be a passionate advocate for our profession.

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