Hon. Bob Kucera APM, Chair of the National Trust of Western Australia today announced that Alan Barrett has been appointed as the new CEO of the organisation.
Barrett has more than 20 years’ experience in executive leadership, most recently as executive director of the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority. Barrett’s previous experience encompasses senior roles at The Art Gallery of Western Australia, the WA Museum and the Public Sector Commission (WA).
With qualifications including an Executive Masters in Public Administration, a Master of Business Administration, and a Bachelor of Arts. Barrett is also a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
Barrett brings extensive experience in governance and operational management with a strong focus on community engagement, visitor services and commercial operations. His work at Kings Park led to transformational change involving a more holistic approach to the role of the State’s premier botanic gardens and park as a community asset, requiring collaboration and input from Indigenous communities, Government agencies, tourism operators and community organisations. This approach led to gains in conservation science, Aboriginal cultural tourism, and community engagement.
Bob Kucera said he welcomed the appointment of Alan Barrett and looked forward to him building on the excellent work of Julian Donaldson, who retires following 10 years as CEO in mid-January.
Donaldson’s tenure saw the National Trust undergo a period of remarkable growth and impact. Under his leadership, the Trust expanded its heritage portfolio, secured significant project funding from the State Government and Lotterywest, championed the application of cultural landscape planning principles, welcomed thousands of children and members of the public to its education programs and gratefully received thousands of hours of volunteer contribution.
Alan Barrett commences on December 15, 2025. For more information about the National Trust, visit ntwa.com.au
