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Calvary Health Care is pleased to announce the appointment of Damien Bruce as National Chief Executive
Officer (NCEO), effective 1 September 2025, following the retirement of current NCEO, Martin Bowles.
Damien brings over two decades of leadership experience as a Senior Partner at McKinsey & Company,
where he heads the Health, Social and Public Sector Practice for Asia. With a career spanning Europe, North
America and Asia, Damien is a respected leader in the health and aged care sectors, known for his expertise
in strategy and transformation.
Damien is passionate about improving access to quality health and aged care and has a long history
supporting not-for-profits that support these values, including serving on the Board of the Royal Flying
Doctor Service (Victoria) since 2013.
The Chair of Little Company of Mary Health Care, Jim Birch AM, welcomed the appointment.
“Damien’s extensive experience and capabilities transforming global health and aged care organisations
make him an outstanding appointment to strategically lead Calvary’s future.”
Damien will continue to guide the implementation of Calvary’s Great Connected Care strategy, building on
the exceptional leadership of Martin Bowles over the past eight years.
“Martin’s inspiring leadership has guided Calvary through a period of significant change and challenge. His
vision and unwavering commitment have been instrumental in transforming Calvary into a modern,
responsive health care provider that meets the evolving needs of the communities we serve. His legacy lays
a strong foundation for the future.”
