Anne-Marie McNally has been appointed to the role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Australasian College of Behavioural Optometrists (ACBO). She replaces Steve Leslie who stepped back after five years as CEO to focus on his optometrist practice in Perth and to spend more time pursuing his interest as a Master of Wine.

Anne-Marie McNally
Ms McNally is an experienced leader with over 20 years in senior management roles across member associations, international education, government, and private sectors. Most recently she was Head of Learning for Growth Faculty, and has executive experience with Family Business Association, the Australian Institute of Company Directors, the Financial Planning Association, and the Governance Institute of Australia.
In a statement, Ms McNally said she looked forward to working with the ACBO Executive Board and broader team “to further develop the profile and practice of Behavioural Optometry”.
“My early career in adult education morphed into senior management roles in member associations which I have a particular passion for. They have three core elements which give me so much joy professionally – learning, community, and the goodwill of members in sharing their knowledge and experience to help others.”
ACBO has undertaken a process of strategic planning and has recently developed new education programs for optometrists and support staff, which Ms McNally will be instrumental in delivering.
On behalf of members, ACBO President Melissa Allen welcomed Ms McNally and thanked Steve Leslie “for his brilliant work during his tenure as CEO”.
She said Mr Leslie would continue to be an asset to ACBO in his new capacity as Optometric Advisor.