Dr Jim Thompson
"The conservation of critical ecosystems, such as Moreton Bay, depends on like-minded, passionate and bold organisations and individuals working together.
I strongly support the efforts of The University of Queensland and the Goodman Foundation to launch the Healthy Moreton Bay Initiative to secure the future of the Bay. With ambitious goals they need your advocacy, financial support and expertise to make a difference."
Dr Jim Thompson PSM is Chief Executive Officer of Queensland Museum (QM). Prior to joining QM Jim was Queensland’s Chief Biosecurity Officer and officer-in-charge of Biosecurity Queensland within the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries. Jim has more than 40 years of experience across five Government agencies in New South Wales and Queensland including 14 years in scientific research focussed on livestock and wildlife management.
Jim has held senior leadership roles in Government since 2006. He has been a member and chair of numerous state and national committees, with a particular focus on science, policy and organisational leadership. He has worked extensively with non-Government industry bodies and stakeholders and is an Executive Fellow of the Australia and New Zealand School of Government.
The time to act is now
Get in touch to discuss how you can make a difference.
Brenda Tournier
Associate Vice President, Advancement
b.tournier@uq.edu.au 0447 537 384
Read the case for support to learn more: Healthy Moreton Bay Initiative: A thriving coastal ecosystem by 2032 (PDF, 2.6 MB)
