Tess Bishop

Tess Bishop is an accomplished senior leader with more than 20 years’ experience across Commonwealth, state and local government, professional services and advisory roles.

Before joining LGMA Queensland, Tess was Deputy Secretary, Strategy, Enterprise and Engagement and Chief Operating Officer at the Australian Government Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, where she led significant organisational reform, strengthening financial sustainability, governance, culture and performance.

Her career has included senior roles in the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet, the Queensland Department of the Premier and Cabinet, Queensland Health and the Department of Local Government. She also established the Office of Rural and Regional Queensland and worked closely with councils and the LGAQ during Queensland’s COVID-19 response.

Tess brings extensive experience in policy, advocacy, governance, stakeholder engagement and professional development. As CEO of LGMA Queensland, she is committed to strengthening the capability, connections and voice of local government professionals and supporting them to lead their organisations and communities with confidence.

Andrew Madams

Andrew brings more than 20 years’ experience across global business, consulting and leadership roles in the public and private sectors. He began his career in international shipping before moving into consulting, where he worked extensively across the Pacific, Asia, the United Kingdom and Europe.

His experience combines operational leadership, corporate management and consulting, giving him a strong understanding of the challenges organisations and leaders face in complex environments. Andrew is known for his practical, outcomes-focused approach and his ability to translate strategy into meaningful action.

He is passionate about developing people and works with leaders and teams at all levels to strengthen capability, performance and collaboration. Andrew has a particular interest in supporting executive leaders to build effective leadership teams and create sustainable organisational performance.