INSIGHT: Forging a new path — Rear Admiral Lee Goddard CSC

Geopolitics & Policy
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By: Robyn Tongol
Lee Goddard

Rear Admiral Lee Goddard CSC reveals his next steps after deciding to forge a new career following 34 years of full-time service with the Royal Australian Navy.

Rear Admiral Lee Goddard CSC reveals his next steps after deciding to forge a new career following 34 years of full-time service with the Royal Australian Navy.

 

In this episode of the Defence Insight Podcast, Rear Admiral Lee Goddard joins host Phil Tarrant to discuss the Navy veteran’s future.

The pair delve into 
RADM Goddard’s 34-year journey with the ADF, with the senior serviceman revealing the skills and lessons his learned along the way.

RADM Goddard also explains why he’s chosen to transition into a new career, and discusses his new role at philanthropic organisation the Minderoo Foundation.

Finally, the Navy veteran provides his thoughts on the future of maritime security and Australia
s broader defence strategy.


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The Defence Connect team

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