Daniel Westerman
Daniel Westerman FTSE Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director

Fellow status Elected 2023 Division VIC
Fellowship Affiliations Australian Energy Market Operator Classification Government Sector A - Energy, Mining & Minerals Processing Expertise 145 - Energy

Daniel has a national leadership role in Australia’s energy transition. As CEO/MD of the Australian Energy Market Operator, Daniel is responsible for planning the energy systems of tomorrow while managing the systems of today. He is a partner and adviser to the nine Australian governments (60% owners of AEMO) and a member of the Energy Security Board which advises Ministers on energy market development. He also maintains a close relationship with market participants (40% owners of AEMO) on planning and operating Australia’s electricity and gas systems. Daniel is actively leading the participation of women in AEMO and the energy industry.