Industry Professor – Commercialisation, UQ Sustainable Minerals Institute.

Leigh has held a range of operational, commercial, project and strategy roles across the international resources sector, including ExxonMobil, Santos and Rio Tinto.

Global Vice President, Innovation Strategy, Kyndryl.

Warrick Cramer is an innovator, entrepreneur, collaborator, strategist and executive who has worked extensively in cross-functional and economically dynamic environments. 

Entrepreneurship, innovation, and strategic design expert.

Veronica is an innovation leader, strategic designer, consultant, facilitator, and educator. She has worked with leadership teams and diverse groups across a range of sectors using design-based methodologies to develop and deliver strategy, foster innovative culture, and promote learning.

Founder and CEO, Nicco Global

Richelle Nicols is an experienced CEO and Managing Director specialising in early-stage ventures, with expertise in critical thinking, problem-solving, product-market fit, commercialisation, and preparing startups for funding under strong governance frameworks designed to optimise both success and compliance.

Board member and Chair, Strategic Advisor, Leadership Facilitator and Coach

Kimberley is a Board member and Chair, Strategic Advisor, Leadership Facilitator and Coach who accelerates the development of the people who will change our world.  

Principal Research Scientist, CSIRO
Adjunct Fellow, University of Queensland

Cathy is a sustainability scientist and system thinker who leads several initiatives that ensure digital innovations and sustainability investments deliver benefits for local and Indigenous communities

Senior Lecturer, School of Chemical Engineering
Adjunct Senior Lecturer, Sustainable Minerals Institute

Nadja is passionate about working across disciplines, management levels, and academe/practice to resolve complex sustainability challenges with a focus on water management and governance within the international resources sector.

Global award-winning keynote speaker, bestselling author and leadership advisor

Dr. Jason Fox is a wizard-philosopher and bestselling author masquerading as a leadership futurist. He works behind the scenes with questing teams seeking new and meaningful progress—beyond the default.

ESG Board Advisor & Chief Sustainability Officer, MI Global Partners.

Ann Duffy is an intrepid systems-thinker and seasoned professional in the ever-evolving field of sustainable and regenerative development.