General Manager Corporate Services - Ann Marie Johnston

Ann Marie was appointed General Manager Corporate Services in May 2022 following an extensive career in financial management across industries including manufacturing, insurance, transport, education, engineering, agribusiness and arts management.

A Fellow of CPA Australia and a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD), she brings strong governance, financial leadership and strategic management capability to the organisation.

Ann Marie is passionate about digital transformation that delivers real and meaningful outcomes. She has led significant organisational initiatives including the Digital Enabling Transformation program, the development of Council’s first Customer Experience Strategy, and the introduction of Council’s first Graduate Accounting Program. Her leadership has supported improvements in corporate governance, organisational performance and regional economic outcomes, including strengthened local procurement.

A committed advocate for inclusive and diverse workplaces, Ann Marie supports programs that foster age and gender diversity, believing that teams are strongest when they reflect the communities they serve. She has championed women’s leadership and workforce development initiatives across Council.

Born in South Australia and raised in Ireland, Ann Marie completed a Bachelor of Commerce at James Cook University in Townsville. She has lived in Toowoomba for many years and has two grown‑up daughters who also reside locally with their young families.