

[…] we didn’t know IBA, Fortis One and Supply Nation, we would not be where we are today’, said Wayne. ‘But you need something to bring to the table in first place. You need necessary skills and the drive to put the hard yards in’. It’s certainly a credit to their hard work and determination […]
[…] IBA will build material working partnerships with the banking and investment sectors, appointing Capability Partners. These partners will bring institutional expertise, experienced personnel, and networks to the table—helping IBA strengthen its own capacity, while opening-up greater access to resources for Indigenous peoples and businesses. In the same vein, IBA will expand our working relationships […]
[…] interest or ownership stake in over 50% of Australia’s landmass – over 80% in the north – First Nations people must have a seat at the economic table.” FIRST NATIONS TRADITIONAL KNOWLEDGE: AN INNOVATION REVOLUTION The submission reveals how the greatest benefits for Australia will come from First Nations people using traditional knowledge, systems […]
[…] we do.” Shirley McPherson, a Yamatji-Noongar woman, made significant contributions to Indigenous financial and economic development in her 10-year term at IBA. Shirley always came to the table with a dedication and strategic insight to IBA’s growth and impact. Ms McPherson leaves behind her hopes by saying, “My wish is for our First Nations […]
[…] will need trusted partnerships to ride the economic cycles of our wider Australian economy and its intersection with global markets. TRUSTED PARTNERSHIPS Trusted Partnerships bring to the table connection points to bridge our gaps in skills and experience. Trusted partnerships will include revitalized institutions with a common purpose underwritten by capability and capacity and […]