Dr Nicholas Pappas AM has been appointed Chairperson of the SBS board for a five-year term.
He brings experience and a diverse skillset to the role, as a current non-executive Director on the SBS Board and through senior roles in commercial law, corporate governance and community leadership.
Dr Pappas has been a long-term advocate for multicultural Australia and has a strong record of community and cultural engagement, recognised in 2013 with his appointment to the General Division of the Order of Australia for his services to the arts, rugby league and the Greek Australian community.
The appointment was recommended by the independent Nomination Panel as part of a merit-based appointment process for the ABC and SBS Boards.
A merit-based selection process to appoint the non-executive Director vacancy created by Dr Pappas' appointment will begin shortly.
Quotes attributable to Minister for Communications, Anika Wells:
"Dr Pappas is a natural fit at the SBS, bringing an impressive array of senior leadership experience across the legal, financial, sports and cultural sectors.
"This appointment provides continuity to the SBS as it continues its important work in fostering quality, multicultural content that speaks to our diverse communities.
"I would like to thank George Savvides for his invaluable service as Chairperson and acknowledge Christine Zeitz for her important and ongoing contribution to the SBS."
