Executive in residence

Vince is a husband and father with a lifelong dedication to creativity and design collaboration. His impressive portfolio includes work with renowned brands like Adidas, Asics, and Footlocker, where he's known for his innovative thinking and strategic approach to design.

Originally trained as a multimedia designer in Australia, Vince's love for footwear and product design led him to learn from industry leaders such as shoemaker Andrew McDonald and institutions like SLEM Innovation & Training Institute and Pensole Footwear Academy.

In 2018, Vince moved to Brooklyn, New York, where he received two Pensole Scholarships and won the 'Future of Footwear' Master Class sponsored by Foot Locker x Asics. His brand, Rollie Nation, has gained global recognition for its stylish and playful footwear, earning praise from leading trend forecasters and media outlets like WGSN, NBC, and Elle.

As a sought-after speaker on innovation and branding, Vince shares his insights at prestigious events worldwide. Inspired by culture, music, and fashion, he's passionate about fostering design collaboration and human connection.

Vince's focus on co-branded projects and capsule collections reflects his goal to redefine customer experiences and supply chain dynamics. He's also committed to addressing oversupply to benefit our world's future. We're excited to see the positive impact Vince Lebon will continue to make in the world of design collaboration and innovation.

Mr John Stanway was our 2023 Executive in Residence.

Mr Stanway is the President of Children's Healthcare Australasia and serves as a Strategic Adviser for Health at the National Disability Insurance Agency. He brings a wealth of experience to the role, having worked at the Royal Children's Hospital (RCH) from 2005 to 2021, where he served as the Chief Executive Officer from 2017 to 2021.

During his time at RCH, Mr Stanway played a pivotal leadership role in several key initiatives, including the build and move of the new RCH, the implementation of the first total EPIC Inpatient and Outpatient Electronic Medical Record in Australia, and the establishment of the Centre for Health Analytics at the Melbourne Children's Campus.

Prior to his time at RCH, Mr Stanway held various senior executive roles with Monash Medical Centres, Southern Health, and Dandenong Hospital. He also served as the Chief Executive Officer of the Transport Accident Commission.

Mr Stanway's contributions extend beyond healthcare, as he has held directorship appointments with the Victorian Hospitals Industrial Association (as Chair), the Victorian Comprehensive Cancer Centre, the Murdoch Children's Research Institute, and The Royal Children's Hospital Foundation.