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
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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.
Read more of Andy Miller | Redefining Drinking Culture with Heaps Normal
15 December, 2022
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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
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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.
22 November, 2022
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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.
14 November, 2022
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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
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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.
31 October, 2022
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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
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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
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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
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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.