David Burns brings 24 years of extensive experience in the sport, leisure, and physical activity sectors, having worked across England and Australia. His career spans Local Government, peak bodies, the private sector, and the social economy, showcasing his versatility and commitment to improving community health and well-being.

David is the Founder and CEO of Collective Leisure, a certified social enterprise dedicated to reducing health inequity within our communities.

He also leads WSYD Moving, a whole of system initiative focused on reducing inactivity and inequalities in Western Sydney, and serves as the Director of DB Consulting, where he provides capacity building, leadership, and strategic support for Local Government.

In addition to his leadership roles, David contributes to academia as a lecturer at Western Sydney University and UTS in Sport and Social Entrepreneurship.

David's serves on the board of the Social Enterprise Council of NSW & ACT leading Government and Advocacy. He is also an Advisor to The Obesity Collective Peak Body.

Recognised as a systems leader, David has a proven track record of uniting diverse groups and executing projects that benefit underserved communities.

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