Inspiring stories and industry insights from those who have walked the path before you. Connect with the game changers and tap into the collective wisdom of your alumni community.

2 October, 2024
Filed under: Entrepreneurship, Sustainability, Arts and Culture

Andy reflects on the brand's inspiration, his creative background, and how living in Bangkok supports the company's growth in Southeast Asia.

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15 December, 2022
Filed under: Innovation

Dr Naomi Paxton | Medical Engineering & Biofabrication expert

PhD graduate Dr Naomi Paxton is at the forefront of medical engineering. Naomi uses 3D printing to create patient-specific anatomical models to assist in surgical planning and fabricate tissue engineered implants that regrow damaged or diseased tissues.

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28 November, 2022
Filed under: Innovation

Brett Wiskar | Future proofing businesses

As a Chief Future Officer at Wiley, Brett Wiskar works with businesses to drive efficiencies so they remain ahead of the curve for decades to come. He shares his take on emerging trends and disruptive business models.

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22 November, 2022
Filed under: Arts and Culture

Mona Ryder | Talking all things art

Mona Ryder's career as an artist spans across four decades. She’s exhibited her works widely and executed several major public art commissions and projects. Mona talks about what goes into an exhibition and what she loves most about her work.

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14 November, 2022
Filed under: Sustainability

Tony Ip | Green architecture has a bright future in Hong Kong

Tony has decades of experience navigating the specific challenges involved in green architecture, which considers not only the climate impact of architecture and related disciplines, but also how architecture affects humans and the natural environment.

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8 November, 2022
Filed under: Sustainability

Izzie Kalaja | Sustainability in footwear

As the Sustainable Practices Manager for FRANKiE4, Izzie drives the environmental, social, and governance agenda for this iconic footwear brand. We chatted with Izzie to find out more about where her career has taken her since graduating from QUT.

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31 October, 2022
Filed under: Sustainability

David Blackman | Advancing UN Sustainable Development Goals

Having always had an interest in international development, it is no surprise that Economist, David Blackman is responding to the United Nation’s (UN) call to action to protect the environment and to end poverty.

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16 October, 2022
Filed under: Entrepreneurship, Indigenous Australians

Duncan Kerslake | Speak up, be heard and be purpose driven

Duncan shares how he has used the foundations of his teaching degree and his ability to harness relationships to drive innovation, opportunities and real impact for his people, communities and the next generation of Indigenous leaders.

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7 October, 2022
Filed under: Portfolio careers

Nicholas Sterkenburg | Finding your career 'sweet spot'

Nick's experience solving customer problems across different industries has helped him excel as a senior consultant specialising in customer strategy and experience design at Deloitte Digital, whilst flourishing as a freelance photographer.

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6 October, 2022
Filed under: Innovation

Rhianna Ferguson | Entering the space race

QUT alumnus, Rhianna Ferguson, has her dream job building rockets as Principal Avionics Engineer at Gilmour Space. She talks about her career in avionics engineering, and her hopes for the future of Australia’s space industry.

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