Rob Chapman (businessman)


Rob Chapman is a South Australian-born businessman, CEO of St George Bank and Chairman of the Adelaide Football Club and Adelaide Airport. He is considered to be one of South Australia's most influential people.

Early years

Chapman was born in 1964 at Mount Barker and educated at Sacred Heart College.

Career

Chapman's early career was spent in the insurance and funds management industry, initially in Adelaide, then in Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne before returning to Adelaide and taking executive roles in banking. He has held senior appointments at:
Chapman was first appointed chairman of the board of directors of the Adelaide Football Club in December 2008 for 2009. He was reappointed chairman for 2010 and 2011.

Personal

Chapman is married to Lisa. They have four children, two of whom are young adults, a teenage daughter, and a young son.