DIA CEO announces resignation

The Design Institute of Australia (DIA) has announced that CEO Jo-Ann Kellock will resign from her position in September 2025, concluding over seven years of leadership at the national design body.

Kellock joined the DIA in May 2016 and was appointed permanent CEO in July 2017. During her tenure, she steered the organisation through a period of significant change, championing sector advocacy, deepening member engagement and advancing digital capabilities.

"It has been an honour to serve as CEO of the DIA," said Kellock. "I am immensely proud of what we have accomplished together, particularly in supporting our members through the unprecedented challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. This would not have been possible without the dedication of the DIA team, the support of the Board, and the resilience of our members."

DIA National President Ryan Russell thanked Kellock for her service, citing her passion and dedication to the design community. "Jo-Ann's passion for design and her unwavering commitment to the DIA have been invaluable," said Ryan Russell, national president of the DIA. "We thank her for her leadership and wish her all the best in her future endeavours."

Kellock will remain in the role until a successor is appointed. The DIA Board is preparing to launch the search for a new CEO, with further details to be shared with members in the coming months.