Elizabeth Jameson is a distinguished legal professional with a rich career spanning over three decades. In 2002, leveraging nearly 15 years of experience as a corporate and commercial lawyer, including her role as a partner at a prominent Australian law firm, Elizabeth founded Board Matters and its governance-focused legal arm, Board Matters Legal. Over 22 years later, she continues to lead the firm as Founder Consultant, collaborating with a team of esteemed governance, legal, and strategy consultants. Elizabeth's expertise in corporate legal and governance matters is underpinned by her extensive experience as a practising director. She has advised a diverse range of companies across various sectors, encompassing listed entities, private firms, public sector organisations, and not-for-profit boards. Her insight into business acumen and leadership has been consistently recognised through her numerous non-executive roles, including her current positions as Non-Executive Chair of Endeavour Foundation and Non-Executive Director of C&K - The Creche and Kindergarten Association, and the Institute for Urban Indigenous Health. Her leadership extends to esteemed cultural and educational institutions, having served as Chair of Brisbane Girls Grammar School, where she championed the importance of broad-based education, and as a Board Member and Chair of Queensland Theatre. Elizabeth also contributed to enhancing governance practices at RACQ as President and Chair, where she chaired the Audit and Risk Management Committee and contributed to the Governance and Remuneration Committee. Elizabeth's governance and strategic expertise is further demonstrated in her previous roles with organisations such as BDO, the Queensland Music Festival, and the Brisbane Festival. She has also been a key figure at the Australian Institute of Company Directors, facilitating and nurturing future boardroom leaders. Elizabeth holds a Bachelor of Arts and an LLB with Honours from The University of Queensland, along with a deep appreciation for languages, reflected in her studies of Japanese. Currently pursuing a PhD, she remains committed to continued professional development and contributing to the academic field. Elizabeth's career is marked by a dedication to advancing governance standards and shaping the future of corporate leadership in Australia.
Non Executive Director
C&K - The Creche and Kindergarten Association
Jan 2025 - Present • 1 year 10 months
Non Executive Director
Institute for Urban Indigenous Health
Feb 2024 - Present • 2 years 9 months
Member Board of Directors
Institute for Urban Indigenous Health
Feb 2024 - Feb 2025 • 1 year
PhD candidate
The University of Queensland
Sep 2023 - Feb 2025 • 1 year 5 months
Non Executive Chair
Endeavour Foundation
Mar 2023 - Present • 3 years 8 months
President & Chair
RACQ
Jan 2020 - Nov 2022 • 2 years 10 months
Board Member
Australian Major Performing Arts Group
Jan 2019 - Jan 2020 • 1 year
Board Member & Chair
Queensland Theatre
Aug 2016 - May 2024 • 7 years 9 months
Board Member
Board of Taxation
Jan 2010 - Dec 2014 • 4 years 11 months
Chair
BDO
Jan 2009 - Apr 2014 • 5 years 3 months
Director
Tarong Energy
Jan 2007 - Jan 2010 • 3 years
Facilitator
Australian Institute of Company Directors
Jan 2004 - Jul 2020 • 16 years 6 months
Founder Consultant
Board Matters
Feb 2002 - Present • 24 years 9 months
Managing Director
Board Matters
Jan 2002 - Jun 2020 • 18 years 5 months
Partner
Deacons
Jan 2000 - Jan 2002 • 2 years
Chair
Qld Music Festival
Jan 2000 - Present • 26 years 10 months
Director
Brisbane Festival
Jan 1998 - Jan 2000 • 2 years
Chair
Brisbane Girls Grammar School
Jan 1994 - Nov 2018 • 24 years 10 months
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), LLB (Hons I), Japanese Language
The University of Queensland
1983 - 1987
Brisbane Girls Grammar School
1978 - 1982
Last checked: 22 Sept 2026 • Checked with Queensland Law Society
