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Sam Maresh

BSc | P/Grad HRM | MBA

PARTNER

Sam Maresh is an experienced executive leader with global operational experience working for leading multinational corporations including General Electric(GE) and Rio Tinto in the power generation, renewables, mining (critical minerals), and advanced manufacturing industrial sectors.

Sam Maresh is a seasoned executive with extensive global experience in power generation, renewables, mining (critical minerals), and advanced manufacturing. He has held leadership roles at major multinational corporations, including General Electric and Rio Tinto.

Sam is widely recognized for his expertise in navigating complex regulatory, social and policy environments, developed through senior positions in both government and industry. He has successfully led significant energy and mining infrastructure projects, managing intricate operational, commercial, and regulatory challenges.

As the former president of GE Australia, Sam spearheaded the company’s energy market and hydrogen strategy. He also oversaw the global separation of GE’s healthcare, energy, and aerospace businesses across the ASEAN region.

Sam began his career in the government sector, working in various energy resources, and commerce portfolios before transitioning to senior roles in the mining and energy industry, where he spent over a decade.

He holds a Bachelor of Science, a Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management, and an Executive MBA.

Sam is an honorary member of the Business Council of Australia, where he chairs the Future Industries and Innovation Committee and AUKUS Pillar II Working Group. He also serves as a Board Member of the NSW Environment Protection Authority and is a member of both the CSIRO Manufacturing Advisory Group and the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

In addition, Sam is a long-time mentor for the Women in STEM and Women in Renewables mentoring programs.

Market & Industry Expertise

  • Strategic Planning & Execution
  • International Market Expansion
  • Global Partnerships
  • Stakeholder & Government Relations
  • Foreign Direct Investment (FDI)
  • Cross-Cultural Leadership
  • Corporate Governance
  • Power generation
  • Renewables
  • Mining
  • Critical Minerals
  • Advanced Manufacturing

Leadership Experience

  • President & CEO – General Electric Australia
  • Board Member – NSW Environment Protection Authority
  • Honorary member – Business Council of Australia
  • Member – CSIRO Manufacturing Advisory Group
  • Member – Australian Institute of Company Directors