Chris Dowling

Captain
DISC Type : DS

General Manager - Data and Ai at Australia Post

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Overview

Chris Dowling is a seasoned executive leading data and AI transformation at Australia Post. With a background that includes attending Monash University and senior roles in the IT services industry, he is a professional skilled in strategy, business process design, and service delivery. He has a demonstrated history of leading large-scale digital economy initiatives in both corporate and government sectors.

Outside of his professional life, Chris is an advocate for mental health and wellbeing, encouraging colleagues to prioritize their wellness and participating in related events with his family. He has a strong focus on programs that deliver a significant positive impact to the community, showing a passion for creating tangible benefits for the public.

He played a key role in the Connecting Victoria program, a major initiative aimed at improving the states digital infrastructure.

Personality Overview

Decisive But Calm

Planner & Achiever

Output-Driven

They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together.  They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time. They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily.

Topics They Care About

Data & AI Transformation
He currently leads the Data & AI Transformation at Australia Post, reflecting his core professional focus on leveraging data for business strategy.
Digital Economy
As a former Executive Director for the Digital Economy in the Victorian government, he has deep experience in public sector technology strategy.
Community Impact
He has expressed pride in the community benefits delivered by the 'Connecting Victoria' program, showing an interest in technology's social impact.

Media Appearances

Chris has no verified media appearances

Work History

2-2025 - 11-2025
General Manager - Data and Ai at Australia Post
12-2023
Head of Data & AI Transformation at Australia Post
3-2021 - 1-2024
Executive Director, Telecommunications and Digital Economy at Department of Jobs, Precincts and Regions
1-2019 - 3-2021
MD Communications , Media and Information, ANZ at Tata Consultancy Services
4-2017 - 3-2021
Client Partner - nbnco at Tata Consultancy Services

Education

Education details unavailable from Monash University

More Information

Social Presence :

Prographics :

Exp : 27 Location : Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : General Manager - Data and Ai at Australia Post
URL has been copied!

Insights For Selling To Chris

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Use phrases like 'your team deserves', 'best in class' etc.
  • Let them know of potential risks but suggest mitigation methods alongside
  • Ask them at the end if they see a strong value prop in your product; expect an honest answer

DONT's

  • Don't focus too much on mutual contacts or bother about other stakeholders, focus on them
  • Don't go over them unless you are left with no other option
  • Don't shy away from asking hard questions, but be extra polite

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Chris is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Chris

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Chris move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Chris take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Chris

Personality Compatibility


More Profiles

Discover additional public profiles from our index.

Search more profiles

Looking for someone else? Search here for anyone.

Or visit Humantic AI to know more.