Donna de Zwart

Managing Director. Joined 1st July 2021

Member – Finance Audit and Risk Subcommittee, External Relationships Committee 

Standing Invitation to the Governance Committee and the Technology and Media Committee 

Donna de Zwart is an accomplished leader with over 30 years of experience in consulting and the education sector, including 10 years as a CEO in the for-purpose sector. She has worked with Vocational Education and Training (VET), Higher Education, and commercial organizations, including many of Australia’s top 200 companies.

As a purpose-driven executive, Donna has built two successful social enterprises and led Fitted for Work’s growth from a Melbourne-based organization to a national presence. She has a strong track record of creating commercially successful organizations that deliver meaningful impact, with a focus on innovative strategies that empower diverse communities.

Donna is a collaborative leader who values creativity and understands the transformative impact of employment on individuals, families, and the economy. She has held executive roles, including General Manager at Vocation and BAWM and Associate Vice President at Diversity@Work. With experience leading VET sector projects across Asia, Europe, and Australia, she is a sought-after speaker, delivering keynotes at corporate and government conferences. Her insights have also been featured in industry publications.