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David Garner – Principal Consultant

With a depth and breadth of experience matched by few people, combined with clarity of vision and a pragmatic approach to problem-solving, David is well-placed to lead the work on any project, large or small.

Until March 2020, David was General Manager Regulatory Operations in the Australian Skills Quality Authority, with responsibility for implementing ASQA’s regulatory strategy nationally, including monitoring compliance of training providers and intending providers with the standards relating to VET, including delivery of training to overseas students, as well as ELICOS courses.

Prior to the referral of powers that brought Queensland providers under national regulation, David was Director, Training Quality, in the Queensland Department of Education and Training. Prior to this, he held a range of audit and management roles in the Department.

Prior to joining the Queensland department in 2005, David worked in and managed training providers for many years, including roles in administration, international marketing, IT management and as a trainer & assessor.

David has been active in sports administration for over 30 years and sat for many years on the board of the Queensland Fitness, Sport and Recreation Skills Alliance.