Council Member
Appointed by Minister for Skills, TAFE and Tertiary Education
Term expires on 16 April 2029.
Syed Ahmed is an accomplished business leader and technology innovator with over fifteen years of senior executive experience spanning the commercial, health and digital sectors. He is widely recognised for his ability to drive transformation at the intersection of technology, business strategy and community impact.
Mr Ahmed is a business technology executive, start-up advisor and public speaker. He has been a non-executive board member of the Westmead Hospital Foundation for the past six years and most recently, served as CEO of Innowell, a digital mental health support platform.
An accomplished University of Wollongong alumnus, Mr Ahmed studied a Bachelor of Commerce and a Master of Information Systems, with a thesis in Artificial Intelligence. He is a strong advocate for higher education and the role of universities in fostering innovation, diversity and community engagement. His professional accomplishments and deep cultural understanding make him a valued leader in both the corporate and education sectors.
Council committee memberships
Council Nominations Committee
Current: June 2025 - June 2027
People and Culture Committee
Current: May 2025 - May 2027
