Executive MBA complete

I’m excited to share that I have graduated with Excellence from the Executive MBA program at AGSM UNSW Business School. This transformative 2-year journey has been as challenging as it has been rewarding, redefining my approach to strategy, leadership and execution.

Throughout the program, I had an incredible opportunity to bring theory into practice – collaborating with a diverse cohort of leaders to work on real-world challenges across Australian industries such as technology, manufacturing, financial services and retail. These experiences not only honed my analytical skills but also deepened my appreciation for applying business concepts in evolving fields like cybersecurity and AI.

A pivotal part of my journey was the capstone strategic consulting project with First Nations organisations. This experience reshaped my perspective on culture and inclusivity.

The international exchanges were equally transformative. Spending time in Shanghai at Fudan University and completing a semester at Yale School of Management allowed me to engage with global leaders, enhancing my understanding of cross-cultural leadership. The practical case studies and strategic projects I completed in these environments reinforced the significance of a global mindset in today’s interconnected world.

I also had an opportunity to focus on social impact and the for-purpose sector in collaboration with the Centre for Social Impact and received the Professor Wanbil Lee Prize for Ethical Leadership and the Responsible Management Prize for my work.

With courses ranging from accounting and marketing to negotiations, I am grateful for every lesson learnt, every challenge overcome and every connection made along the way. I look forward to leveraging these insights to drive innovation, inspire ethical leadership and create meaningful impact.

Australian CISO of the Year award finalist

Exciting news! I’m honoured to be named a finalist in the Australian Cyber Awards 2025 for CISO of the Year 🎉

This recognition reflects the hard work and dedication of my incredible team, as well as the support from colleagues, partners and the wider community.

Cybersecurity is a collective effort and I’m grateful to contribute to an industry that plays such a vital role in keeping organisations and people safe.

A huge thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey – I couldn’t have done it without you. And congratulations to all the finalists!

RSA CISO Bootcamp

I had the privilege to join a brilliant cohort of CISOs at the RSA Conference CISO Bootcamp. It was an energising experience, where seasoned experts and emerging leaders in cybersecurity came together to tackle our industry’s most pressing challenges.

The bootcamp was more than just a learning experience; it was a platform for sharing personal insights, gaining fresh perspectives and engaging in a thought-provoking debate.

From discussing emerging threats to exchanging strategies for resilience, it was a reminder of the power of community in cybersecurity. A huge thanks to all organisers and speakers for creating a space where we can grow together and tackle our industry’s biggest challenges.

Volunteering with ISACA

It’s been fantastic to have an opportunity to give back to the community and volunteer with ISACA this year.

The Sydney Chapter hosted a number of professional development events for cyber, risk, governance and IT professionals with a common objective of building digital trust and securing our interconnected world. I had a chance to support these initiatives, ranging from fundraising for a mental health charity to helping organise conferences.

I found this experience incredibly rewarding and made some good friends along the way.

Disruption and transformation

We landed a plane and saved 164 passengers 🛩

This Boeing 737 simulation was definitely the highlight of the past week’s course on Disruption and Transformation as part of my MBA studies.

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Sustainable leadership in an accelerating world

I recently completed a masterclass on embedding sustainable leadership in organisations. The best part was the interactive simulation to identify the trade-offs necessary to achieve a balanced approach to decision making for both immediate business goals and long-term sustainability.

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Cross-cultural leadership in China

I had a fantastic time on an international MBA exchange at one of the top universities in China, Fudan University in Shanghai, for the Global Network for Advanced Management program. 

It was an chance to learn first hand about innovation in China and meet some amazing Executive MBA students from the world’s top business schools.

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Cyber security for social impact

As a cyber security leader, I feel strongly about social issues related to human rights in the context of privacy, data protection and safe use of technology. I believe technology can be an enabler but also a potential cause of harm that needs to be considered.

I started volunteering with the CyberPeace Institute to leverage my cyber and technology skills to empower not-for-profit organisations to combat cyber threats and protect the communities they serve.

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