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Beacon’s new COO Announced

June 15, 2015/in News /by Beacon Foundation

Beacon is excited to announce David O’Byrne as our new Chief Operating Officer. David, former Minister for Economic Development and recent National Secretary of United Voice, will commence his employment in mid-July. This role will be critical in ensuring we are ready for the exciting growth period ahead and sharpen the focus on changing the way that young people are educated and employed in Australia.

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