George Savvides AM

Independent non-executive Director

George Savvides AM joined the I-MED Board as Chairperson on 9 September 2022. In May 2026, as part of a gradual reduction in his board commitments, he transitioned to a Non-Executive Director. 

He has over 30 years’ experience in Chief Executive roles within the ANZ health care sector, including 14 years at the head of Medibank during which time the organisation was listed on the Australian Stock Exchange.

George is a current Non-Executive Director of IAG and Buildxact. His previous board roles include Chair of World Vision Australia, Next Science Ltd,  Macquarie University Hospital and SBS. In addition, he is the former CEO of Sigma Pharmaceuticals and Managing Director of Smith & Nephew ANZ.

George has a degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of NSW, and an MBA from UTS.