Stephen Balch is an accomplished executive manager with over 20 years of experience as a private business consultant. His consulting work spans strategic planning, corporate governance, financial management, internal audit and risk management, providing valuable insights to a wide range of clients.
He holds a Bachelor of Business degree, with majors in Accounting and Marketing, and is professionally certified as a Fellow of CPA Australia (FCPA), Fellow of the Institute of Public Accounts (FIPA), Certified Practising Marketer (FCPM), and member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (MAICD).
Stephen’s diverse career includes roles as a university academic, auditor, accountant, general manager, chief executive officer, company secretary and director. He also served as an elected member of the Northern Territory Parliament, where he held the position of Government Whip for 4 years.
With over 18 years continuous engagement with the Care and Disability sectors, Stephen values the opportunity to contribute to the impactful work of The Disability Trust through his role on the Board.

