Simon Lewis
Chief Executive Officer
Onemda
Simon is a purpose-driven CEO with over 25 years of experience leading strategic innovation, organisational growth, and meaningful community impact across the not-for-profit and disability services sectors.
Recognised for his ability to combine business transformation with social purpose, Simon is dedicated to building stronger, more inclusive, and diverse communities through innovation, collaboration, and harnessing the potential of others.
In 2018, he established a Research & Innovation Centre within his organisation to embed evidence-based practice, and drive innovation and policy reform across the business and wider sector. Under his leadership, this initiative has led to key partnerships with universities, think tanks, and technology innovators both across Australia and internationally.
Sessions
11:40
Research and innovation in the NDIS from insight to impact
How can research and innovation drive better participant outcomes, inform policy, and support providers to adapt in an increasingly complex and constrained NDIS environment?
Gain insight into how evidence, data, and innovation can be translated into practical improvements in service delivery, workforce models, and system design
Simon Lewis, Chief Executive Officer, Onemda