Michael Campbell
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Director with a proven track record in structuring over $10bn in public-private partnerships. Expertise in negotiation, stakeholder engagement, and strategic project delivery, with a focus on complex infrastructure initiatives. Accomplished leader with extensive experience in driving high-performing teams and securing financing for 2,000+ social homes, showcasing exceptional financial insight and a collaborative, solutions-oriented leadership style.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Director - Originations
Housing Australia
03.2022 - Current
- Built and led high-performing, cross-functional teams (transaction management, credit, legal, finance) to structure innovative debt solutions for Community Housing Providers (CHPs). Spearheaded the end-to-end process, from initial contract negotiation and credit approval to financial close, resulting in the delivery of over 2,000 social and affordable homes with over $1bn in financing.
- Served as the lead negotiator with private equity firms, debt providers, and government entities, ensuring alignment of interests and successful project outcomes. Drove seamless communication between internal teams and external stakeholders, fostering collaboration and ensuring smooth approvals at each stage of the project lifecycle.
- Mentored and upskilled junior colleagues in advanced financing structures, public-private partnerships (PPPs), and mezzanine debt, enhancing team capabilities and contributing to the long-term success of complex projects.
Director - Commercial and Financial
Infrastructure and Project Financing Agency
10.2020 - 03.2022
- Commercial and financial advisor to the Commonwealth on high-profile infrastructure projects, including the $10bn+ deals in the road and rail sector.
- Represented IPFA on Steering Committees and Project Leadership Teams, safeguarding the Commonwealth's commercial and financial interests while advancing its strategic objectives.
Director - Infrastructure and Project Finance
PwC
06.2006 - 10.2020
- Financial and commercial advisor on over $12bn in complex Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) and Project Finance (PF) transactions primarily within the road and rail sectors.
- Collaborated with governments, private equity, senior debt providers, mezzanine debt, and other financing sources to design and deliver innovative solutions for major nation-building infrastructure projects, including WestConnex, Toowoomba Second Range Crossing, New Intercity Fleet, Regional Rail, Port Mann Bridge, South Fraser Perimeter Road, Evergreen Rapid Transit Line, and the RCMP E Division Headquarters, among others.
Education
Master of Arts - Economics
University of Calgary
04-2005
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
Queen's University
04-1998
Skills
- Board and executive engagement
- Debt structuring and negotiation
- Public-private partnerships and project finance
- Stakeholder management
- Team leadership and development
- Communication skills
- Risk assessment
Timeline
Director - Originations
Housing Australia
03.2022 - Current
Director - Commercial and Financial
Infrastructure and Project Financing Agency
10.2020 - 03.2022
Director - Infrastructure and Project Finance
PwC
06.2006 - 10.2020
Master of Arts - Economics
University of Calgary
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
Queen's University
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