Leading banking technology services provider, Data Action (DA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Lynne Robinson as their new Chair.

She is an experienced board member and chair, with an executive background in the finance sector, including positions at ANZ, ING Australia and GIO Australia. Her leadership roles in banking technology, organisational transformation and commercial delivery of technology and data services add significantly to the skillset within the DA Board.

Lynne is committed to the values of strong governance, integrity, and transparency as DA Chair.

DA has also appointed a new Chief Executive Officer, Mike Barber, who will be joining in June.

Mike has a deep understanding and insight related to business systems, managed services, cloud computing, cyber security, biometrics, and the impact this has across all businesses.

He has extensive experience in the information and communication technology industries, most recently as CEO of the Australian Cyber Collaboration Centre (A3C). His executive and senior roles with major businesses include NEC Australia and Hewlett-Packard.

“We are looking forward to welcoming Mike to DA. Not only is he an outstanding leader, his blend of skills and business acumen will accelerate the transformation of DA to improve delivery, stability and support for clients and their customers,” said Lynne Robinson, DA Chair.

About DA

Data Action (DA) is a specialist software and services provider to the challenger banking and financial services industry. DA operates nationally with staff based in Adelaide, Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane and services a broad client base including customer-owned banks, credit unions, neobanks and financial services membership organisations.