Judy Martin is an internationally recognised executive with more than 35 years’ experience building strategic partnerships and creating international connections across the ageing, seniors living &  community sectors. Beginning her career as a registered nurse (), she has held senior executive, consulting and governance roles across government, private enterprise and the not-for-profit sector.

For more than 20 years, Judy has been associated with and served in leadership roles with the Global Ageing Network (GAN) and is a current Board Director. She served as Board Chair during the COVID-19 pandemic, providing international leadership and supporting members across more than 50 countries. She was a Founding Director and former Vice Chair of the Commonwealth Association of Ageing (CommonAge).

Widely recognised for connecting leaders, organisations and ideas across borders, Judy has spent more than two decades designing and leading international executive learning experiences, professional exchanges and study tour programs throughout Australasia, Europe, North America and the United Kingdom. Having led more than 55 international education & Study tour programs, and visited over 800 organisations worldwide, she has built an extensive global network and facilitated lasting partnerships that continue to influence leadership, innovation & policy.

Her expertise includes international collaboration,  stakeholder engagement, business development, executive facilitation & strategic leadership. A sought-after advisor, mentor and  speaker, Judy is passionate about translating global innovation into practical outcomes and creating opportunities for organisations to learn from the world’s leading practice.

Judy is highly regarded and recognised as an international connector, bringing together people, ideas and organisations to strengthen ageing and community services through global collaboration and knowledge exchange.