Alexander Polson

Alexander Polson is a Manager of Government and Industry Affairs at one of Australia’s largest companies, Commonwealth Bank of Australia. Alexander is responsible for developing corporate affairs strategies and frameworks to build and sustain the bank’s reputation as a global financial services leader.

Alexander has an extensive political background, working across multiple campaigns in Australia and internationally. He previously worked for the Federal Minister for Education and Training advising on Higher Education, Research and International Education policy programs.

Alexander holds a Master of International Trade and Development from the University of Adelaide and qualifications in finance, law and economics. Alexander is fluent in Russian and uses his spare time volunteering for community based non-profit groups and is currently training for a triathlon.