Kylie is a dedicated professional with over 25 years’ experience in corporate affairs, communication and extension in government, not-for-profit and private sectors. Having served on several Board and Committees, Kylie is focused on ensuring exceptional leadership, a positive organisational culture, good governance and a clear strategic direction. She is committed to meaningful stakeholder engagement and developing strong, capable teams. Former roles include Head of Government Business at Isentia, Head of Corporate Affairs at Grains Research and Development Corporation, Communication and Public Affairs Manager at the Bureau of Rural Sciences and Communication and Extension Officer with FRDC. She has a GradDip in Marine Resource Management and a Bachelor of Business (Comms) from QUT. Kylie is the co-owner and Director of seafood business, Paulsen Fisheries Pty Ltd, operating fishing trawlers operating in Queensland and the Torres Strait. She is happiest near, on or in the water and loves fishing, diving or listening to waves crash onto the beach.