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title: Colleen Reardon appointed CEO of the TCCI
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NEWS#  Colleen Reardon appointed CEO of the TCCI 

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  Date 21 October 2026 Category  [Media Releases](https://tcci.com.au/category/media-releases)   

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3. Colleen Reardon appointed CEO of the TCCI
 
 

 

 

  Colleen Reardon has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of the Tasmanian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, becoming the first female CEO of the organisation in its 175-year history.

Ms Reardon has been Acting CEO since May this year and has served the TCCI for 16 years, including as Chief Operating Officer.

TCCI Chair Becher Townshend said the Board’s decision was unanimous.

“Colleen brings a rare combination of long-term commitment to the Chamber, deep connections across Tasmanian business and government, and substantial experience in leadership, operations, policy and advocacy,” Mr Townshend said.

“She has proven herself in the acting role, and the Board is confident she is the right person to lead the TCCI into its next chapter.”

Ms Reardon said she was honoured to take on the role.

“The TCCI has represented Tasmanian business for 175 years, and it’s a privilege to lead it,” Ms Reardon said.

“Business needs a strong, credible voice in Tasmania’s public and political debate. My priority is to make sure the TCCI delivers that, and that our members see real, practical value from the Chamber.”

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