Noel Cornish AM

Board Chair

Noel Cornish AM

Board Chair

HVCCC Chairman Noel Cornish AM is one of Australia’s foremost business leaders.

Originally from Newcastle, Noel has achieved notable international and Australian business success across multiple sectors, including roles as President, Northstar BHP LLC in the USA and Chief Executive of Bluescope Steel’s Australian and New Zealand businesses.

Since his retirement from executive duties Noel has held a number of non-executive positions.

He is currently Chairman of IMB Bank and University of Wollongong Malaysia. His previous roles include National President of the Australian Industry Group, one of the country’s peak industry bodies, and Deputy Chancellor of the University of Wollongong.

Noel obtained his Bachelor and Masters degrees at The University of Newcastle and also attended the University of Michigan Business School. He is a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

He was made a Member of the Order of Australia 2017 for business leadership and community service.