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Richard Mussell

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Chief Executive Officer at RSPCA Australia
📍 Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Richard Mussell is a dedicated for-purpose leader with over 20 years of experience as a CEO, currently heading RSPCA Australia. His expertise spans charitable fundraising, government relations, and advancing animal welfare science. He is a graduate of Harvard Universitys program for non-profit leaders and the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

His career reflects a profound and lifelong commitment to animal welfare, extending beyond his professional roles. Richard previously led the Animal Welfare League of South Australia and has served on several government-appointed animal welfare committees. His work is driven by a passion for creating meaningful change for animals.

Unique fact: Richard has been appointed by government ministers to serve on both the Animal Welfare Advisory Committee and the Veterinary Surgeons Board of South Australia.

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Experience
35 Years
Current Role
Chief Executive Officer
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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Priorities

Topics Richard cares about

Animal Welfare Advocacy
As CEO of RSPCA Australia, he is a leading voice on issues like live export, farm animal welfare standards, and responsible pet ownership.
Non-Profit Leadership
With over two decades of CEO experience and a role as a Board Member for the Community Council for Australia, he focuses on effective governance in the charitable sector.
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Career

Work history

12-2019
Chief Executive Officer
RSPCA Australia
9-2020
Board Member
Community Council for Australia
2-2016 - 12-2019
Committee Member
Government of South Australia (DEW) - Animal Welfare Advisory Committee
4-2014 - 12-2019
CEO
Animal Welfare League of SA
3-2017 - 11-2019
Board Member
Veterinary Surgeons Board of South Australia
In the press

Media appearances

Richard Mussell, RSPCA Australia CEO. Featured in YouTube
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RSPCA Australia welcomes new CEO. Featured in RSPCA Australia – Media Centre
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Education
2019 - 2019
Harvard Club of Australia - Program for Non-Profit Leaders 2019
Harvard University
2010 - 2013
Masters
University of South Australia
2012 - 2012
Graduate
Australian Institute of Company Directors
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