The Responsible Wood Team

Simon Dorries is the Chief Executive Officer of Responsible Wood. Simon holds a Bachelor of Applied Science and has worked in the Forest and Wood Products Industry for over 35 years.  Commencing with the Plywood Association of Australia in 1985 as a cadet scientist while undertaking a science degree through part-time study.   Simon stayed with the Plywood Association for 30 years through a number of name changes to eventually become General Manager of the Engineered Wood Products Association of Australasia.

 

In addition to his role at Responsible Wood, Simon is currently Chair of Standards Australia Committee TM-011 Engineered Wood Products.

Jason Ross is the Marketing and Communications Officer for Responsible Wood. In this role, Jason is responsible for managing the marketing and communications program for PEFC in Australia in addition to the PEFC New Zealand programme on behalf of the New Zealand Forest Certification Association (NZFCA). Previously a Green Star Accredited Professional in Australia and having previously been involved in the Green Building Council of Australia State Industry Group (Queensland) Jason is a passionate advocate for the virtues of positive economic development opportunities and activity; having developed a reputation as a leader in new-business opportunities and new-business venture development within the property industry.