Kylie Walker
CEO at Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering
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About Kylie Walker
Kylie Walker is the CEO of the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (ATSE), she collaborates with Australia’s leading experts to solve the nation’s most pressing challenges.
Kylie’s passion for science and dedication to creating a more inclusive and impactful future has made her a prominent advocate, mentor, and leader in the STEM community.
Kylie’s journey in STEM began with her fascination for science and its potential to change the world. Over the past decades, she has worked ceaselessly as a leader, advocate, activist, ally, and mentor. She has been a committed and effective advocate for the conditions, people, investments, and structures that support exceptional Australian science, technology, and engineering research and development.
Kylie believes in genuine inclusion and diversity, and passionately educates on the benefits of diversity in STEM. She has mentored emerging Australian leaders and created opportunities for underserved communities internationally. Her work spans many sectors including AI, healthcare, aged care, energy transitions, food and water security, and resilient infrastructure.
Kylie is also a visiting Fellow at the Australian National Centre for the Public Awareness of Science and she has served as Chair of the Australian National Commission for UNESCO. Her efforts to increase investment in Australian research and development and improve equity, diversity, and inclusion in STEM have earned her recognition as one of AFR’s 100 Women of Influence.
Commitment to Women in STEM
Kylie’s dedication to supporting women in STEM is evident through her various initiatives and roles. As the past CEO of Science and Technology Australia, she led campaigns to increase investment in Australian research and development and created the acclaimed Superstars of STEM program. Kylie’s efforts have helped elevate the status of women in STEM, their media presence and their access to support and services. Kylie is truly paving the way for future generations of female innovators.
Key Achievements:
- Kylie has transformed ATSE, enhancing its reach, reputation, and impact. She has positioned the organisation as a key advisor to national decision makers on critical issues like AI, emissions reduction, and national security.
- During her time as CEO of Science and Technology Australia, Kylie launched the legendary Superstars of STEM program, showcasing Australian women in STEM and giving them opportunities to become public figures.
- Kylie has co-led Australia’s UNESCO delegation, chaired the Australian National Commission for UNESCO, and been a member of Chief Executive Women. Her efforts have significantly influenced national and international policies on science and technology.
- Named one of AFR’s 100 Women of Influence, Kylie is celebrated for her work in improving equity, diversity, and inclusion in STEM fields.
Kylie Walker’s sensational career success coupled with her relentless passion to furthering STEM opportunities for women give us hope for the future of STEM and the women who will take their rightful place as leaders within it.
You can find out more about Kylie through the Superstars of STEM website.
