Outstanding Alumni Awards

The Outstanding Alumni Awards (OAA) recognise graduates of QUT and its predecessor institutions for exceptional professional and personal achievements and contributions locally, nationally, and internationally.

The awards showcase and celebrate the diverse achievements, leadership, and impact of alumni who are leaders and influencers in their professions and communities.

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Alumni insights

Discover inspiring stories, industry expertise, and thought-provoking ideas from those who have walked the path before you. Connect with the game changers and tap into the collective wisdom of your alumni community.

Esme Soan | For Better

19 March, 2025

Esme Soan | For Better

19 March, 2025

Esme Soan has always been passionate about women’s health—from improving pregnancy care, to managing chronic pain to rehabilitation after cancer treatment. We discuss her career, Pear Exercise Physiology & Physiotherapy and emerging health issues.

Alyce Renderos | The business of gifting

17 March, 2025

Alyce Renderos | The business of gifting

17 March, 2025

Meet ballerina turned entrepreneur, Alyce Renderos. As Founder of corporate gifting service Saltus Gifting, Alyce shares her career journey, the highs and lows of small business ownership, and her advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Dr Julie Vercelloni | The science of reef conservation

8 March, 2025

Dr Julie Vercelloni | The science of reef conservation

8 March, 2025

Dr Julie Vercelloni is pioneering innovative statistical models, AI-driven reef analysis, and open-access science to safeguard marine ecosystems. Learn how her unique blend of expertise is helping shape the future of reef conservation worldwide.

Rebecca Jefferd | Flawless foundation

9 March, 2025

Rebecca Jefferd | Flawless foundation

9 March, 2025

Rebecca Jefferd’s resume is full of household brands from BP, L’Oreal, MECCA, the TOM Co and now Ultra Violette, the sunscreen empire she co-founded with a former colleague. The QUT Alumni Team discuss her career and what’s happening at Ultra Violette.

Prof Marek Kowalkiewicz | Australia's AI moment

3 February, 2025

Prof Marek Kowalkiewicz | Australia's AI moment

3 February, 2025

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a distant frontier—it's here, transforming industries, economies, and the way we work. Yet, as the world accelerates into this new era, is Australia keeping pace? Professor Marek Kowalkiewicz explores this issue.

Carl Gribble | Bridging business and AI

24 January, 2025

Carl Gribble | Bridging business and AI

24 January, 2025

Carl Gribble has built a successful career in customer experience. He now co-leads Dorothi AI, a company focused on helping professionals leverage Generative AI. Carl shares his journey and explores how businesses can harness these AI to stay ahead.

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