bankmecu joins in launching The Future Economy Group

10 October 2013

BCCM member bankmecu has become a founding member of a new organisation of progressive business leaders called The Future Economy Group.

bankmecu Managing Director Damien Walsh said the Future Economy Group would positively influence economic policy in Victoria and across the country:

“The Group will develop and advocate for policies and action to transition Victoria to a strong and sustainable economy that restores rather than depletes natural assets.”

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