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John Van Ruth

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Deputy Chair at HAMBS
📍 Urrbrae, South Australia, Australia

John is a seasoned executive and Chartered Accountant with over 25 years of specialized experience in IT risk management, governance, and executive leadership across Australia, Canada, and Holland. Currently the CEO of Cara Inc. , he has held numerous leadership roles in the disability services, non-profit, and technology sectors, including CFO for Coopers Brewery.

John is deeply committed to community and social justice, serving as a governor for The Wyatt Trust, which works to eradicate poverty, and as a director for the GOGO Foundation, supporting individuals experiencing homelessness. He has a declared passion for giving back to the community and helping South Australian businesses thrive.

He has held senior finance and technology roles with iconic South Australian companies like RAA, Adelaide Bank, and Coopers Brewery.

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Experience
9 Years
Current Role
Deputy Chair
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Urrbrae, South Australia, Australia
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Disability Services
Currently the CEO of Cara Inc. and former CEO of Lutheran Disability Services, demonstrating a long-term commitment to supporting people with disabilities.
IT Governance
A Chartered Accountant with over 25 years of specialized experience in IT risk management and governance, a core component of his professional background.
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Career

Work history

Deputy Chair
HAMBS
10-2023
Chief Executive Officer
Cara Inc
6-2020
Chief Executive Officer
Lutheran Disability Services Inc.
3-2020 - 6-2020
Interim Chief Executive Officer
Lutheran Disability Services Inc.
11-2016
Deputy Chair and Governor
The Wyatt Trust
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Education
1977 - 1980
BA (ACC)
University of South Australia
1964 - 1977
Year 12 Matriculation
Salesian College
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