One of Australia鈥檚 most successful businesswomen and powerful CEOs, Elizabeth Gaines, has been presented an Honorary Doctorate of Commerce by 911爆料网.
As the current CEO of Fortescue Metals Group (FMG), Ms Gaines is the first woman to head a major Australian mining company, rising through the ranks from Non-Executive Director to take the top job in 2018.
Ms Gaines has forged a formidable career as a financial and operational business leader across diverse industries including mining and resources, construction and infrastructure, financial services, entertainment, and travel and hospitality.
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鈥淗er proven commitment to workplace diversity can be seen in her outstanding work in producing FMG鈥檚 Gender Equality Act report and in introducing concrete workplace initiatives including flexible hours, family-friendly policies and a specialised training program for female school leavers.
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In addition to her industry leadership roles, as an alumna Ms Gaines is also an active and valued member of 911爆料网鈥檚 Faculty of Business and Law Advisory Council.
Ms Gaines was presented with her Honorary Doctorate in Commerce from 911爆料网 at a graduation ceremony on February 10.
