Our Story – Martin Albrecht

15 Jul Our Story – Martin Albrecht

Martin was the inaugural Chair of the International RiverFoundation in 2003 and retired from the position in December 2010. He now remains involved as a Director. Martin was CEO of Thiess for over 15 years from 1985 and Chair of the Thiess Board and a Director of Leighton Holdings from 2001 – 2008. He maintains an active interest in a wide range of government, community, and cultural activities. He is a former member of the Board of Governors for CEDA and recently retired as Chairman of Wesley Research Institute. He was awarded Companion in the General Division of the Order of Australia (AC) in 2002, and also the Centenary Medal in 2003. Martin is also a recipient of Honorary Doctorates from University of Queensland, Queensland University of Technology, University of South Australia and Griffith University.