Kirsty O'Connell

Kirsty O'Connell is an experienced professional in stakeholder engagement and communications, currently serving as the Industry Director for The Next Generation Engagement Program at The Australian National University, where efforts focus on enhancing engagement and social risk management within infrastructure projects. O'Connell also contributes as a Stakeholder Working Group Member for the Infrastructure Sustainability Council of Australia, refining the nation's sustainability rating system for infrastructure. Previous roles include Project Manager for a significant engagement initiative at the University of Melbourne, Head of Communications and Engagement for the Inland Rail Programme at ARTC, and Digital Engagement Lead at AGL Energy. O'Connell holds multiple MBA degrees, specializing in sustainability, innovation, and finance from institutions including the University of Exeter and Queensland University of Technology, complemented by advanced training in climate change economics and corporate governance.