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Josh Faulks

Standards Setter

Josh Faulks is the Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Association of National Advertisers (AANA), Australia's peak industry body representing the interests of national advertisers. In this role he leads advocacy, policy development, and industry standards-setting on behalf of major advertisers across Australia. His appointment to the World Federation of Advertisers Executive Committee in 2026 extends his influence to the global stage, positioning him as a key voice in shaping international advertising standards and policy. Faulks has been a prominent figure in Australian advertising industry governance, steering the AANA through significant developments in areas such as advertising codes, responsible marketing, and the evolving regulatory landscape. His leadership at the AANA places him at the intersection of brand, media, and policy, engaging with government, media owners, and agencies on behalf of Australia's largest advertisers.

Last updated Oct 11, 2026 by ATDb automated enrichment

Role
Chief Executive Officer
Company
Australian Association of National Advertisers (AANA)
Based
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Boards
1

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Years in industry
15 years

Bio

Josh Faulks is the Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Association of National Advertisers (AANA), Australia's peak industry body representing the interests of national advertisers. In this role he leads advocacy, policy development, and industry standards-setting on behalf of major advertisers across Australia. His appointment to the World Federation of Advertisers Executive Committee in 2026 extends his influence to the global stage, positioning him as a key voice in shaping international advertising standards and policy. Faulks has been a prominent figure in Australian advertising industry governance, steering the AANA through significant developments in areas such as advertising codes, responsible marketing, and the evolving regulatory landscape. His leadership at the AANA places him at the intersection of brand, media, and policy, engaging with government, media owners, and agencies on behalf of Australia's largest advertisers.

Expertise & education

Expertise

Advertising Industry AdvocacyAdvertising Standards and CodesRegulatory AffairsMarketing PolicyIndustry GovernanceResponsible Marketing

Speaking topics

Advertising Standards and Self-RegulationResponsible MarketingAdvertiser Advocacy and Industry Policy

Recognition

Notable achievements

  • Appointed to the World Federation of Advertisers Executive Committee in 2026
  • Led the AANA as CEO, overseeing advertising standards and national advertiser advocacy in Australia