A/Prof J. R. Baker is the Chair of ASPIRE and brings two decades of executive leadership across the health sector. His career has been shaped by a commitment to strategic innovation and real-world impact, with a strong record of delivering service models that genuinely put people first. JR has led major transformations within health organisations, introducing industry leading improvements in social prescribing, complex care coordination and link work programs. His expertise stretches across mental, physical and social health, along with business management and workforce development. JR is known for building organisations that are financially resilient and guided by strong governance, while encouraging collaboration and entrepreneurial thinking. His approach to business growth has included diversifying revenue, expanding service offerings and enabling ongoing investment in new ideas and emerging models of care. As Chair of ASPIRE, JR brings this blend of strategic insight, practical experience and a consistent drive to advance health services in the not-for-profit space. His leadership is shaping ASPIRE to be a national example of what can be achieved when innovation and community needs sit at the heart of decision making.