Meet Annie Ryan, MACS Snr CP, FCPA, MAHRI - Canberra Branch Chair
7 July 2025 | By Jenalle Bushby, Canberra Branch Manager
Highlights
- Welcome Annie Ryan as the Branch Chair in Canberra
- Learn a little bit more about Annie Ryan MACS (Snr) CP, FCPA, MAHRI
- Branch's objectives and goals
The Australian Computer Society (ACS) is proud to welcome Annie Ryan MACS Snr CP, FCPA, MAHRI as the new Canberra Branch Chair. Annie brings with her a wealth of experience, deep expertise in finance and technology, and a strong commitment to public service and community impact.
A Distinguished Career in Finance, IT, and Public Leadership
Annie is a seasoned leader with a remarkable career spanning senior executive roles in federal government agencies, including CFO, COO, and Assistant Secretary Financial Services and Transformation. She currently serves as Chief Financial Officer at the Australian Public Service Commission, where she plays a key role in shaping public sector financial strategy and digital innovation.
She has been widely recognised as a transformational leader, particularly for her work in driving digital change and improving corporate enabling services across the public sector. Annie’s leadership is underpinned by a strong academic foundation, holding a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting), a Master of Taxation, a Master of Technology, and a Master of Financial Technology.
Service and Impact Across Professional Communities
Annie’s contributions extend well beyond her executive roles. She has been actively engaged with CPA Australia, where she has served as a Divisional Councillor and ACT President, and continues to contribute as a member of the Digital Transformation Centre of Excellence. Her passion for community and equity is also evident in her governance role with Toora Women Inc., where she chairs the organisation’s finance committee, supporting women in crisis and recovery.
Committed to ACS and the Broader Tech Community
Annie joined the ACS Canberra Branch Executive Committee to help shape the future of the ICT profession and make a meaningful contribution to the Canberra tech ecosystem. Her appointment as Branch Chair reflects both her leadership capabilities and her commitment to strengthening the ACS community.
To help ACS members get to know Annie better, we asked her a few quick questions:
1. Why did you get involved at ACS and what are you hoping to achieve as Canberra Branch Chair?
I joined ACS to help contribute to the future of the technology profession and to give back to a community that has supported my own career growth. As Branch Chair, I hope to strengthen member engagement in Canberra, foster connections between government, industry, and education sectors, and support diversity and inclusion across ICT disciplines.
2. What professional advice would you give your younger self?
Be open to unexpected opportunities. Don’t be afraid to take calculated risks, some of the best career moves come from saying yes to things that are outside your comfort zone. And always invest in your network and it’s your greatest resource.
3. What is your favourite piece of tech or gadget?
My smartwatch. It helps me stay connected and organised, and reminds me to take a break when I need one!
Canberra Branch Priorities
Under Annie’s leadership, the Canberra Branch will continue to align with ACS’s national priorities, with a focus on:
Objective 2: Growing Our Membership
By connecting with emerging and established professionals and promoting the value of ACS membership.
Objective 3: Creating Positive Impact for Individual and Corporate Members
Through events, mentoring, and strategic engagement tailored to the unique Canberra ecosystem.
Objective 4: Excellence in Service Delivery Experience
Ensuring that ACS members in Canberra receive meaningful, timely, and high-quality support.
Annie Ryan’s appointment signals a strong and purposeful future for the ACS Canberra Branch, a grounded in leadership, collaboration, and a shared vision for impact across the profession.
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