Defence Connect Podcast Network Australian Defence Industry Awards’ Executive of the Year, Tim Walmsley
Aug 14, 2025
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In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, senior journalist Robert Dougherty is joined by the Australian Defence Industry Awards’ Executive of the Year, Tim Walmsley, to discuss the momentous award and his leadership of the BenchOn global resource and supply platform.
The retired Australian Army Major has completed two master’s degrees – in capability development and acquisition and project management – and has worked as an executive in both government and industry for more than 20 years.
The pair discuss a range of topics regarding the defence industry, including:
- Walmsley’s experience winning the Executive of the Year award and the acknowledgement of the entire defence industry at ADIA in Canberra.
- His thoughts regarding service with the Australian Defence Force and a comparison with working in the defence industry.
- Walmsley’s mentors and the people who have inspired and helped along the way at BenchOn.
The pair wrap up the podcast discussing personal challenges and plans for the future.
Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team