# A Personal Message from Andrew Eales

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After more than six years as CEO of the Ballarat Foundation, Andrew has made the decision to move on to a new opportunity. ”It’s been a privilege to be involved in the Ballarat Foundation’s work and in this wonderful community.” The search for the Foundation’s next CEO is now underway, and the position has been advertised. Read [more](https://ballaratfoundation.cmail20.com/t/y-e-fdkhtg-hdjyuululy-h/?utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_VB1gg59ZfP-dGzRs92Nuzk4gBW7P_QrIs51mjKtf3aIWqlDaQvyVH6MGfEunMhcY69ppo).

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