I'm Russell Buzby:
Dad, poet, firefighter.

I'm also a management consultant living on Yuin country with 20 years' experience supporting the Commonwealth government, financial services organisations and higher education institutions. My passion lies in navigating complex environments and delivering tangible, lasting results through strategic advice, stakeholder engagement, and robust governance structures.

Over the years, I've led major organisational change programs, built high-performing teams, and managed projects ranging from capital infrastructure to national resilience. I'm also proud to be a Captain in the NSW Rural Fire Service where I've honed my crisis leadership abilities and learned how to lead under pressure and make tough decisions quickly.

This mix of hands-on operational experience and high-level strategic thinking is at the heart of what I do, driving my passion for delivering real, lasting results.

MY BACKGROUND

MY STRENGTHS

Engagement

I genuinely connect with people at all levels, from all walks of life, ensuring every voice is heard and integrated into outcomes that last.

Leadership

I build inclusive, high-performing teams that adapt quickly to change, drawing on my experience as a Captain in the NSW RFS to lead decisively under pressure.

Problem-solving

I bring together research, design, and big-picture thinking to turn complex challenges into actionable, people-focused solutions for lasting impact.

Project delivery

I ensure projects run smoothly and deliver real results by combining robust frameworks with a practical, hands-on approach.

Organisational change

I steer both cultural and structural transformations with empathy, keeping teams motivated and setting them up for sustainable success.

Governance

I help boards and committees streamline processes, reduce bureaucracy, and focus on driving meaningful impact at the highest levels.