Vanessa Janissen is the CEO of NSW Health Pathology where she leads Australia’s largest public pathology and forensic science service. Employing more than 5,000 people, NSW Health Pathology performs over 100,000 clinical and scientific investigations each day across 60 laboratories and 150-plus collection centres.  She’s spent over 25 years in healthcare, both in public and private settings, with a deep commitment to serving the community and the strategic pursuit of better outcomes for people. She is also passionate about growing and developing future leaders, particularly championing and supporting women in leadership positions. Previously, Vanessa held a number of leadership positions at Calvary Healthcare, most recently as the National Director, Strategy and Service Development, leading their strategic growth across hospital, aged care, community and virtual care services.