Speakers

For the last 15+ years Chris has led initiatives to reduce the incidence of suicide and poor mental health through workplace based initiatives.

As the CEO for MATES in Construction Chris works to affect change every day in our workplaces.

MATES are recognised by the World Health Organisation as best practice for a suicide prevention program delivered through the workplace and across industry.

Having delivered face to face programs to over 400,000 workers across Australia and New Zealand, MATES improves the mental health of all of us at work through trusted workplace development programs, on site workshops, individual case management and helpline services.

Leading MATES in Construction, Chris has seen structured expansion and growth of the program, where MATES now has programs on the ground supported by industry in Construction, Mining & Energy. With expansion into NZ in recent years and a pilot underway expanding the program into the Manufacturing industry.

Chris is also a director of 11 years with the NGO “Permanent Care and Adoptive Families”, with 7 of those years as Chair.