TasPorts welcomes new Intern Director for 2022

TasPorts’ Intern Director Program offers an aspiring Non-Executive Director the opportunity to be mentored by experienced directors. We are delighted to welcome Elle Baker to TasPorts as our 2022 Intern Director.

Elle is a proud Tasmanian, with more than 10 years’ experience in the finance industry in the United States and Melbourne. Her specialised knowledge gained in the construction and energy sectors, combined with her current role in the maritime industry (private sector), positions her perfectly to make the most of this program and also brings a new perspective into the boardroom.

'TasPorts’ Intern Director Program is a great initiative within the Tasmanian corporate landscape', says Elle. ‘With a number of strategic projects including Project QuayLink in the pipeline, it’s an exciting time to be at TasPorts and interacting with the TasPorts Board, Executive and management teams.

‘In my first months, I’ve had the opportunity to visit operations right across the State and get to know the business and our people. Everyone has been very welcoming and engaging.’

As part of TasPorts’ initiative to provide governance experience to emerging business leaders, TasPorts established the 12-month internship program in 2017 for aspiring Non-Executive Directors to gain experience in the sector. Through the program, the Intern Director gains experience in providing strategic direction and effective oversight of management with Chair Stephen Bradford as a mentor, providing one-on-one guidance throughout the duration of the internship. The program also demonstrates our commitment to the Tasmanian Government’s Women on Boards Strategy.