Navigator Group Announces Appointment of Stacey Williams as CEO
Stacey Williams - Chief Executive Officer, Navigator Group
Navigator Group is proud to announce Stacey Williams as our new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), marking a significant milestone in our journey of innovation and growth. Stacey will continue to guide the company with the strategic vision and commitment that have driven our organisation’s success and expansion.
Stacey brings almost 25 years of experience in the Australian insurance industry. She joined Navigator Group as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) in 2023 and most recently served as Deputy CEO. Stacey’s deep market understanding, strategic acumen, and dedication have positioned Navigator Group for rapid growth and success. Known for nurturing customer relationships and ensuring service excellence, Stacey has been pivotal in driving innovative changes for the company.
Navigator Group, established in 2017, is Australia’s leading healthcare innovator. Our mission is to transform healthcare by providing innovative solutions and exceptional care, empowering individuals to live healthier lives. We have helped over 30,000 people return to work and health across Australia. Our home-based convalescent services extend premium healthcare to rural areas, collaborating with insurers, employers, and government agencies to support recovery from occupational or transport accidents with evidence-based insights and innovative technology.
Reflecting on this transition, Paul Shmukler, previous CEO of Navigator Group, shared: “I want to thank my fellow founders Ray and John, for the clinical vision and wisdom that set Navigator up, our customers for entrusting us, and most importantly, my fellow Navigators for coming along on this journey with me. Thank you, BIG thank you to all of you. We have built something we can all be proud of, and I am confident that under Stacey’s passionate leadership and ambitious vision, there is so much more to come.”
Chairman Chris Rex, former CEO of Ramsay Healthcare, added: “Stacey Williams has consistently impressed us as a powerful leader and a true asset to Navigator Group. Her transition from Deputy CEO to CEO feels like a seamless next step, and we couldn't be more confident in her ability to take the company to even greater heights. Stacey's vision is inspiring, her commitment unwavering, and her market understanding unmatched. These qualities will be instrumental in our continued growth and success. Congratulations, Stacey! We're all incredibly excited to see what you accomplish in this well-deserved role.”
Under Stacey's leadership, we are confident Navigator Group will continue to thrive, bringing exceptional healthcare solutions to more Australians.