Russell Balding
Russell Balding | |
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| Born | January 7, 1952 Australia |
| Occupation | Business executive |
| Years active | 1982–present |
| Known for | Managing Director of the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (2002–2006) |
Russell Stephen Balding (born 7 January 1952) is an Australian business executive recognized for his tenure as managing director of the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) from 2002 until 2006.
Between 1982 and 1987, Balding held the position of financial controller at the New South Wales Department of Housing. He subsequently transitioned to the Roads & Traffic Authority, where he served as financial manager and director.
Balding became part of the ABC in 1996, initially undertaking roles in financial management. Following the departure of Jonathan Shier, he assumed the role of acting managing director in December 2001. His appointment as managing director was formalized on 30 May 2002. He stepped down six months prior to completing his five-year contract to accept the CEO position at Sydney Airport Corporation.
From 2011 onward, Balding has been a board member of Cabcharge, where he was also chosen as chairman, as well as Racing NSW. In his capacity as Chairman of Racing NSW, he introduced the ODDS & EVENS program, a partnership initiative with TAB that achieved notable success.