About Damian Ogden

Damian has more than two decades of experience in public policy, advocacy and strategic leadership across Australia, New Zealand, and North America. Prior to joining CA ANZ, he served as Group Executive, Policy and Public Affairs at Engineers Australia, where he led high-impact campaigns and government engagement across complex policy portfolios.

Earlier in his career, Damian held senior roles in government relations and policy development, where he built a reputation for delivering strong policy agendas through targeted government relations strategies. His work has spanned economic reform, regulatory policy, skills and standards - always with a commitment to advancing the public interest and long-term social, economic, and environmental reform. 

Damian is passionate about the role of accounting in shaping economic policy and reform. At CA ANZ, he leads the organisation’s advocacy agenda across Australia, New Zealand and international markets, working closely with members, governments and key stakeholders to deliver meaningful outcomes for both members and the wider profession.

He is a member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and a graduate of the Harvard Kennedy School’s executive leadership program and the University of Sydney.