VASP Working Group
Working Group Mandate
The VASP Working Group represents the interests of Australia’s registered exchanges and custodians, driving engagement with government and regulators to ensure a fit-for-purpose licensing and compliance framework. Its focus includes supporting the transition to Treasury’s new regime and preparing members for regulatory implementation.
Leadership Team
DECA’s Working Groups are led by experienced industry practitioners who bring deep subject matter expertise and a strong understanding of Australia’s regulatory, commercial, and technical landscape.
Working Group leaders guide discussion, set priorities in line with each group’s mandate, and help translate industry insight into practical outcomes. They work closely with the DECA team to ensure member perspectives inform advocacy, policy engagement, education initiatives, and broader ecosystem development.
Leadership roles are focused on stewardship and coordination, supporting constructive collaboration across members, regulators, government, and the wider digital economy.
Board Sponsor
Paul Derham
Managing Partner
Holley Nethercote
Chair
Tom Bennett
Swyftx
Co-Chair
David Menz
Coinbase
About DECA Working Groups
DECA Working Groups are the engine room of the organisation. Each group is led by experienced industry practitioners and provides a structured forum for members to collaborate, share expertise, and shape outcomes across policy, industry practice, and market development.
Members are encouraged to participate in one or more Working Groups aligned to their expertise and interests. Participation provides direct access to industry peers, regulators, and policy development processes.
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