Steve Morris steps down as Chief Executive Officer
18 December 2025
The Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA) has today announced that Adjunct Associate Professor Steve Morris has given notice that he is resigning as Chief Executive Officer of the PSA.
The Board acknowledges Adj A/Prof Morris’ contribution during his time with the organisation, including achievements and progress made on key strategic initiatives, membership growth, strengthened relationships with government and other stakeholders, and commitment to drive innovation in quality use of medicines and pharmacist practice.
PSA National President, Associate Professor Fei Sim FPS, said the organisation remains focused on stability and continuity as it enters the next phase of transformational growth. She expresses gratitude and recognition of Adj A/Prof Morris’ impact:
“Steve has overseen and led the team at the PSA through a significant period of challenge, including major health policy changes and sector-wide reforms,” she said.
“We thank Steve for the significant contribution he has made to progressing PSA’s mission to advance pharmacy practice in all areas of practice, and to support pharmacists to continue to deliver excellence in healthcare to all patients. We are grateful for his leadership and commitment to the PSA and wish him well in all future endeavours.”
Adjunct A/Prof Morris reflects on his time at the PSA:
“During my time as CEO, I have thoroughly enjoyed being part of such a passionate and committed team during a period of challenge, growth and transformation for the organisation. I am proud of the strides we have made in supporting the pharmacy workforce across Australia,” he said.
“I wish PSA well into the next phase of growth and the continued efforts to enhance access to care and improve the quality use of medicines.”
A/Prof Morris’ last day at the PSA will be 19 December 2025.
With Steve’s resignation, the Board has appointed Bridget Totterman MPS as Interim CEO to ensure all key strategic initiatives of the PSA are brought to fruition. A recruitment process will be undertaken in the first half of 2026 to appoint a new CEO.
Media contact: Leah Jacobsen
M: 0480 099 798 E: leah.jacobsen@psa.org.au
The Pharmaceutical Society of Australia is the only national peak body that represents all of Australia’s pharmacists across all practice settings. We want every Australian to have access to the best healthcare, and this must include optimising access to pharmacists’ knowledge and medicines expertise at the forefront of our healthcare system.
