David has over 20 years’ experience as a director of both public and private companies and has spent more than 30 years working in corporate advisory roles to Australian and international organisations. He brings extensive knowledge of mergers and acquisitions and capital raisings, IPOs, and joint ventures.
David also has a proven track record in guiding businesses to successfully harness their digital asset capability to explore and grow new markets.
David is Chairman of the Board of nib Holdings Limited (ASX:NHF) and its health fund subsidiary, nib Health Funds Limited. He is also the Chairman of General Homecare Holdings Pty Ltd and a Non-Executive Director of Genesis Capital Manager 1 Pty Ltd, and international not-for-profit organisation, High Resolves Pty Ltd.
David has been a Non-Executive Director of Accent Group since October 2006 and was appointed Non-Executive Chairman in November 2017.
David is also the Chairman of the People and Remuneration Committee and a member of the Audit and Risk Committee and Digital Strategy Group.
Daniel is the Chief Executive Officer of Accent Group, where he oversees the company’s day-to-day operations and drives its strategic growth. With over 30 years of experience in the retail industry, Daniel is known for his visionary leadership and proven ability to transform and scale retail businesses.
Daniel began his career as CEO of Sanity Music, a business he launched in 1980 alongside Brett Blundy. Under Daniel’s leadership, Sanity became Australia's largest music retailer, solidifying his reputation in the retail landscape.
Following a successful public listing, Daniel visited London in 1997 to pursue international opportunities. There, he identified a global shift toward sneaker culture and returned to Australia in 2000 to acquire Ghetto Shoes. He revitalized the brand, growing it from five to 42 stores in just two years before selling the business.
In 2007, Daniel joined Accent Group, initially as a wholesale supplier to Ghetto Shoes, and later as an equity partner. Under his leadership, the company entered the retail space, opening its first eight stores.
Daniel has overseen significant growth through strategic acquisitions, including the merger with RCG Group in 2015 and the purchase of Hype DC in 2016. He also led the expansion of the Stylerunner brand in 2020, adding 34 new stores.
In 2025, Daniel led Accent Group into a long-term strategic partnership with Frasers Group plc to launch and operate Sports Direct in Australia and New Zealand.
Lawrence is currently an Independent Non-Executive Director of Breville Group Limited (Deputy Chair and Chair of Audit and Risk Committee), Regal Asian Investments Limited (Chair), VGI Partners Global Investments Limited (Chair of the Audit and Risk Committee) and the Foundation Board of Trustees of the Art Gallery of New South Wales. Along with his board, investment advisory and accounting background, Lawrence also has deep consumer retail and advisory board experience, working with businesses including Bec + Bridge, Cue Clothing Group, Industrie Clothing and P.E Nation.
Lawrence was appointed as a Non-Executive Director in November 2023 and is a member of both the Audit and Risk Committee and the People and Remuneration Committee.
Donna has over 35 years’ experience in retail, including senior executive positions in merchandising, planning, and marketing with Big W and David Jones. Donna is currently a Non-Executive Director of Baby Bunting Group Limited and the Merchandise Director of Camilla Australia. Donna has a proven track record in developing and delivering retail strategy and business transformation.
Donna was appointed as a Non-Executive Director in November 2017 and is a member of the People and Remuneration Committee.
Anne is currently Independent Non-Executive Director of National Australia Bank Limited (Chair of the People and Remuneration Committee), and Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Audit Committee for each of nib Holdings Limited, Platinum Asset Management and Destination NSW. She is formally trained as a Chartered Accountant with over 30 years with PwC in the United Kingdon and Australia where she held senior audit partner and deputy chair roles.
Anne was appointed as a Non-Executive Director in November 2023 and is Chair of the Audit and Risk Committee and a member of the People and Remuneration Committee.
Dave Forsey currently serves as the General Manager for APMEA at Frasers Group, where he plays a pivotal role in driving the Group's international expansion through organic growth, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and franchise opportunities.
His extensive retail experience brings invaluable insights to Accent Group, enhancing the Board's diverse skill set and strategic vision.
Dave dedicated 32 years to the Fraser Group, transforming it from a single store into a prominent global sporting goods retailer. His leadership included serving as Managing Director of Sports Direct International until 2007, followed by his appointment as Chief Executive Officer.
In 2017, Dave transitioned into a consulting role, where he shared his expertise with various retail and brand businesses. By 2020, he took on the role of Managing Director at Revolution Beauty.
Dave was appointed as Non-Executive Director in November 2024.
A founding Director and shareholder of Accent Group. Michael has extensive knowledge of the processes required to effectively launch, source and manage global brands within the Australasian market.
From Accent Group's inception, Michael has been intimately involved in the development of all major strategic initiatives for the business initially from 1988 as Marketing Director before becoming CEO in 1998 until the sale to RCG Group in May 2015. Michael then became Accent Group's Chairman until August 2016 when all ongoing executive roles were relinquished.
He continues as a Non-Executive Director and shareholder of Accent Group, and is a member of the Digital Strategy Group.