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Professor
Roy Green
AM
Roy Green (2023)
NationalityAustralian
EducationLLB-BA, University of Adelaide (1975) PhD in Economics, University of Cambridge (1991)
Occupation(s)Academic, Policy Advisor
Known forInnovation Policy, Australian Manufacturing, Business-University Collaboration
TitleSpecial Innovation Adviser
RelativesFather Herbert S. Green
Academic career
InstitutionTrinity College, Clare Hall, University of Newcastle, University College Dublin, Cambridge, University of Technology Sydney.
AwardsMember of the Order of Australia, John F Kennedy Prize, Fellow of Clare Hall, Cambridge
WebsiteUTS profile

Roy Green is an Australian academic and policy advisor who has held various leadership roles in universities, government, and business both in Australia and internationally. His expertise spans innovation policy, advanced manufacturing, and regional economic development. In 2024, Green was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for his contributions to higher education, particularly in business and economics, and for advancing innovation in Australia.[1][2]

Early Life and Education

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Professor Green completed an LLB-BA with First Class Honours from the University of Adelaide in 1975, and later received the John F. Kennedy Prize from the same university. He pursued his doctoral studies at the University of Cambridge, where he earned a PhD in Economics in 1991. He is a Lifetime Fellow of Clare Hall, Cambridge and a Fellow of several professional bodies, including the Irish Academy of Management, the Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts, Manufactures & Commerce, Centre for Policy Development, and the Royal Society of New South Wales.

Academic Career

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Roy Green’s academic career began with a research studentship at Trinity College, Cambridge, followed by a research fellowship at Clare Hall Cambridge from 1979 to 1982. He held various academic positions, including roles at the University of Newcastle, where he was Director of the Employment Studies Centre and Associate Professor. His international appointments included Visiting Professor roles at University College Dublin and University of Cambridge.

He went on to serve as Dean of the J.E. Cairnes School of Business & Economics University of Galway and Vice-President for Research at the National University of Ireland. In 2005, Green became Dean of the Macquarie Graduate School of Management,[3] later leading the UTS Business School from 2008 to 2017. As Dean of UTS Business School,[4] he significantly advanced the school’s reputation for fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, and industry collaboration.[5]

Policy and Advisory Roles

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Professor Green has made substantial contributions to public policy and innovation strategy. He chaired the NSW Manufacturing Council, the Innovative Regions Centre, and the CSIRO Manufacturing Sector Advisory Council. His leadership helped shape Australia’s National Innovation and Science Agenda, and he advised the Australian Government on manufacturing and regional economic growth. He has also worked with international bodies, including the OECD and the European Commission, advising on economic policy and innovation.

In addition to his advisory roles, Green has contributed to several government-led initiatives, including the Prime Minister's Manufacturing Taskforce[6], the Business Council of Australia Innovation Taskforce, the Department of Industry (Australia)'s Innovation Metrics Review Taskforce,[7]and the NSW Modern Manufacturing Taskforce.[8]

Industry Collaboration and Innovation

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Roy Green has a strong track record in building collaborative partnerships between universities, government, and industry. He currently serves as Chair of the Port of Newcastle[9], Food Innovation & Agribusiness (FIAL) growth centre[10] and the Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing Hub (ARMHub).[11] He also holds positions on the Charles Sturt University Council,[12] and the boards of the Australian Design Council,[13] SmartSAT CRC,[14] Australian Cobotics Centre,[15] and CSIRO.[16] Previously, he was on the board of the Innovative Manufacturing CRC.[17]

He has also contributed to numerous research panels, including the Science Foundation Ireland and the Australian Research Council and played a role in innovation-driven projects such as the CSIRO-NAB Australian National Outlook,[18] and the Scaling Hydrogen CRC proposal.

References

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  1. ^ "Honours flow for UTS leaders in research and education". University of Technology Sydney. 29 Jan 2024. Retrieved 9 Oct 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  2. ^ Roberts, Peter (29 January 2024). "Roy Green on his achievements, innovation and the future". AUManufacturing. Retrieved 9 Oct 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  3. ^ Zampetakis, Helene (Feb 18, 2006). "Old school braces for Green revolution". Australian Financial Review. Retrieved 9 Oct 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  4. ^ "Farewell Speech, Professor Roy Green Dean of UTS Business School 2008-2017" (PDF). University of Technology Sydney.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  5. ^ Boyd, Tony (14 Mar 2015). "Roy Green, the man behind Frank Gehry's shock building". Australian Financial Review. Retrieved 9 Oct 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  6. ^ "AUSTRALIA'S MANUFACTURING FUTURE - Discussion paper prepared for the Prime Minister's Manufacturing Taskforce" (PDF). University of Technology Sydney. April 2012.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  7. ^ "Innovation Metrics Review". Department of Industry (Australia).{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  8. ^ "Making it in NSW - Time for action" (PDF). Invest Regional NSW. July 2022.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  9. ^ "Corporate Trust Board". Port of Newcastle. Retrieved 9 Oct 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  10. ^ "Emeritus Professor Roy Green Appointed as Chair of FIAL". FIAL. 3 Apr 2023. Retrieved 9 Oct 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  11. ^ "Profile Emeritus Professor Roy Green". ARMhub.
  12. ^ "Charles Sturt University". Charles Sturt University. Retrieved 9 Oct 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  13. ^ "Prof Roy Green - Council Member". Australian Good Design Awards. Retrieved 9 Oct 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  14. ^ "SmartSat has appointed Emeritus Professor Roy Green of the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) as Non-Executive Director". SmartSat. 5 Jun 2023. Retrieved 9 Oct 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  15. ^ "Roy Green - Advisory Board member". Australian Cobotics Centre. Retrieved 9 Oct 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  16. ^ "Gig Guide: Roy Green takes final CSIRO board position". InnovationAus. Retrieved 9 Oct 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  17. ^ "Two new appointments to IMCRC Board". IMCRC. Sep 2017. Retrieved 9 Oct 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  18. ^ "Australian National Outlook 2019". CSIRO. Retrieved 9 Oct 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)