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Mike Backeberg

Critic · DISC type C
Chief Platforms Officer at AustralianSuper
📍 Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Mike Backeberg is the Chief Platforms Officer at AustralianSuper, leading the Technology, Digital, and Data domain. With a background in technology advisory from EY and education from Stanford, he focuses on delivering value through innovative systems. Colleagues praise his unique and effective leadership style, noting his ability to build a culture of accountability.

His personal purpose is to understand and share how technology can positively impact everyday life and make the world a better place. This is reflected in his continuous learning, including certifications in Quantum Computing and digital leadership, showing a deep curiosity for how new technologies can benefit everyone.

Unique fact: Mike was inducted into the IBM Hall Of Fame as a "Top Gun" in South Africa.

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Experience
28 Years
Current Role
Chief Platforms Officer
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Personality Overview

How Mike shows up

ROI Driven
Precise
Critic

They are quite likely to negotiate on pricing or other key terms. They don’t appreciate bells and whistles unless backed by data. They prefer to do logical analysis and value evidence over emotions.

Priorities

Topics Mike cares about

Emerging Technologies
Authored a paper on tech trends in banking and holds a certificate in Quantum Computing, demonstrating a forward-looking perspective on technology's impact.
Cybersecurity Strategy
Served as a panel member for ASIC's Cybersecurity Consultative Panel and emphasizes establishing the "next generation of cyber security" in his leadership role.
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Career

Work history

1-2026
Chief Platforms Officer
AustralianSuper
7-2025 - 12-2025
Acting Chief Operating Officer
AustralianSuper
5-2022 - 12-2025
Chief Technology Officer
AustralianSuper
1-2022 - 1-2026
Panel Member, Cybersecurity Consultative Panel
ASIC
12-2021 - 4-2022
Acting Group Executive Technology Services
AustralianSuper
In the press

Media appearances

AustralianSuper appoints Mike Backeberg as new chief platform officer. Featured in Capital Brief
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AustralianSuper names chief platforms officer. Featured in Financial Standard
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Education
2013 - 2014
Stanford Advanced Project Management
Stanford University
2010 - 2012
MA
University of the Witwatersrand
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

C

Calculativeness (C)

Calculativeness (C) reflects the degree to which a person is likely to be cautious, systematic and analytical. Those scoring high tend to emphasise quality and accuracy.

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