Speakers

Isabella Hall

Isabella Hall leads the Stakeholder Engagement team for Inland Rail projects between Narromine and the NSW/Queensland border, bringing deep local knowledge and a passion for regional communities. 

Isabella grew up on a sheep farm in the Southern Tablelands and now lives with her husband and two boys on a cropping farm near Wallangra, about fifty kilometres south-east of North Star. She is a proud advocate for rural communities and is committed to achieving positive and lasting outcomes for the Northern NSW region.

With more than two decades of experience across government and infrastructure, Isabella is a highly skilled project management and stakeholder engagement professional. Prior to joining Inland Rail, she held leadership roles with Landcare Australia, Gunnedah Shire Council, and in the Australian Public Service, most notably with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship and the Department of Infrastructure. 

She brings a strong record in public policy, community relations, and corporate communications, underpinned by a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Government from the University of Sydney. 

In her spare time, Isabella enjoys water skiing.

Peter Stutchbury

Peter is the principal of Peter Stutchbury Architecture (PSA) who’s thinking stems from the land and principles of respect. His work is regularly acknowledged internationally.
A UON graduate, Peter lived with Indigenous people in Australia in 1978, Papua New Guinea from 1980-81 and then in 1989 won a national scholarship, travelling to Africa to study Indigenous villages.
Since 1993 PSA has constructed over 150 buildings, receiving both state and national AIA awards on over 73 occasions. PSA has won several national and international competitions.
Peter has; held the Luis Barragan chair (Mexico), visiting professor (Arizona, Columbia, Chile, South Africa and Bangladesh) and is one of the Masters for the Architecture Foundation Australia, a non-for- profit established in 2001 which has involved over 1600 students from over 82 countries.
He was practise professor at UON 1999 – 2019 and WSU 2025 – having delivered lectures and key note addresses in over 31 countries.
In 2015 Peter Stutchbury and Fernanda Cabral formed the PSA Foundation, a non-for-profit organisation undertaking voluntary community building work in favelas in Salvador Brazil. And more recently the Gibson Desert, WA.
Peter received the Alumni Medal (UON) 2004, LFAIA 2012, Australian Gold Medal 2015 and the International RIBA fellowship 2016.

Tamara Donnellan

Tamara is a Studio Director of ASPECT’s Sydney Studio and has over twenty years’ experience working across architecture, urban design and landscape architecture. She has a history of leading and delivering large scale, complex urban and strategy projects and is a Registered Architect. Tamara has worked on numerous strategic, urban and master planning projects from inception, through to management and delivery. Tamara has been a member of the GANSW State Design Review Panel for several years. Through this involvement she champions high quality place and public benefit outcomes. She has also contributed to the Australian Institute of Architects through involvement on both the Practice and EmAGN NSW committees and has taught in both design studios and professional practice courses at UTS. The Australian Institute of Architects acknowledged her significant achievements in architectural practice, education and advocacy with the AIA (NSW Chapter) 2010 Emerging Architect Prize.

Jeremy Roberts

Jeremy Roberts is the Program Director for HumeLink, where he oversees the delivery of one of Australia’s most significant energy infrastructure projects. HumeLink is a 500kV transmission line spanning 365 kilometres, connecting Wagga Wagga, Bannaby, and Maragle in New South Wales. This critical project aims to enhance the National Electricity Market by facilitating the integration of renewable energy sources, supporting the transition to a low-carbon future. Under Jeremy's leadership, HumeLink is projected to create up to 1600 jobs and generate over AUD $1 billion in market benefits. With a strong background in infrastructure delivery and stakeholder engagement, Jeremy Roberts plays a pivotal role in advancing Australia's energy infrastructure to meet future demands and sustainability goals.

Amanda Stanaway

Amanda is an accomplished international strategist and designer who transforms cities, precincts, and organizations through an innovative 'inside-out' approach. Her work seamlessly integrates strategy, design, and change management to create lasting impact across public and commercial sectors.

By drawing on her multidisciplinary expertise, she develops solutions that strengthen organizations internally while enhancing their external presence and influence. This unique methodology has consistently delivered measurable results, whether revitalizing urban districts, reimagining corporate spaces, or fostering positive organizational change. Her deep understanding of both human-centered design and strategic planning enables her to create solutions that resonate at every level - from internal operations to citywide initiatives.

Michael Kilgariff

Michael Kilgariff is the Chief Executive Officer of Cement Concrete & Aggregates Australia - the peak body for the heavy construction materials industry in Australia. CCAA members produce the majority of Australia's cement, concrete, and aggregates, which are crucial to Australia's building and construction sectors. These materials support the development of our nation's transport, energy, water, housing, defence, and social infrastructure. The industry generates approximately $15 Billion in annual revenues and employs approximately 30,000 Australians directly and a further 80,000 indirectly. Michael Kilgariff has a strong background in stakeholder engagement and collaboration. He has always sought to build strong working relationships between industry and government, with the aim of supporting and achieving public policy outcomes that are beneficial to industry. Michael has a keen understanding of the major economic, social and government policy drivers, combined with a broad understanding of the key issues impacting on industry. In recognition of his work in this area, Michael won the Transport and Logistics Executive of the Year in the CEO Magazine 2014 Executive of the Year Awards. Michael holds a degree in Economics from the Australian National University and is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors’ diploma and advanced diploma courses. He also completed the Cambridge University Judge Business School Advanced Leadership Programme in November 2017.

Sam Mendoza

Sam is a well-established infrastructure and transport expert with proven success advising clients in business cases, cost and commercial management, risk, procurement, project advisory and delivery.

He has extensive experience in all infrastructure sectors with a particular focus on light rail and metro, marine, aviation and zero emission infrastructure.

Throughout his career, Sam has played a key role in planning and delivering some of the most city-shaping projects including Parramatta Light Rail, TfNSW Zero Emission Buses, Coffs Harbour Bypass, Circular Quay Renewal, Western Sydney Airport and others.

Kanchana Perera

Kanchana has over 18 years of experience in renewable energy development of sell side and buy side transactions in both a technical, project management, commercial, financial and investment advisory. She has worked across a range of technologies as they emerged into the market, including Lincoln Gap Wind Farm and Coober Pedy Microgrid as well as working across various infrastructure projects including port and transmission upgrades as well as building out renewable energy zone infrastructure. She has experience in transaction advisory and working with private and public capital funds to fastrack infrastructure build outs.

Davina Rooney

A property professional with a passion for sustainability, Davina has led the Green Building Council of Australia since 2019. As a qualified engineer, Davina worked on large-scale construction projects in Sydney and London, and spent nearly a year building an award-winning school in the Himalayas. She devoted a decade to driving sustainability at one of Australia’s largest diversified property companies, Stockland, which culminated in Stockland’s recognition as the world’s most sustainable property company. Now leading a member organisation with 550-plus members with a combined value of $46 billion, Davina brings together practical knowledge, on-the-ground experience and a systematic approach to champion leadership in sustainable design and construction. Davina works with government and industry to advocate for supportive policy and transform complex supply chains. Building on a strong legacy of leadership, Davina is elevating the GBCA’s reach and impact into new markets. Davina is on the Board of Evolve Housing and the Australian Sustainable Built Environment Council, as well as Chairing the Sustainable Procurement Roundtable for the Sustainable Built Environment National Research Centre. The property industry has recognised Davina’s leadership with multiple awards.

Kestrel Stone

Over a 20-year career in projects, Kestrel has built an outstanding reputation working with clients from across industry in the private, public and third sectors – from ‘hard’ projects, such Defence, engineering, transport, and construction; through to ‘soft’ (complex adaptive) projects, such as organisational transformations, policy implementations, health, community service, Indigenous, and climate change initiatives.
Through this broad experience in project and program delivery, Kestrelhas developed a practical understanding of how to tailor projectmanagement frameworks, concepts, processes, tools, and techniques,to suit different types of projects in different industries and sectors. Hersignature approach combines this broad industry experience with deepexpertise in project management, vocational learning, and psychology. Kestrel has developed and delivered dozens of project and programmanagement training programs, stakeholder workshops, planningsessions, lectures, industry presentations, and project managementsimulations across Australia, and overseas. She brings creativity,enthusiasm and professionalism to each engagement and has earned areputation for exceptional delivery and a warm, approachable style.Fellow, International ProjectManagement Association(IPMA) Director, Global Alliance forthe Project Professions(GAPPS) Industry Advisory Panel,University of Sydney - School ofProject Management Industry Partner, John GrillInstitute for Project Leadership Chair (2013-2017), NSW PMOCommunity of Practice, AIPM Chair (2012-2013), Women inProject Management, AIPMMaster of Project Management,University of Technology,Sydney TAE40116 Certificate IV inTraining and AssessmentKestrelStoneFounder & CEO - Elemental ProjectsSpecialising in:designing and delivering high-impact project management courses designing and delivering award-winning gamified simulations project leadership development stakeholder engagement including workshops and consultation culture and talent management programs assessing and uplifting organisational PM capability and maturity

Gareth Ridge

Gareth leads Zenobē’s business in Australia and New Zealand, building on the growth and success of Zenobē in the UK and Europe. He is a former Management Consultant and Strategy expert in the energy and water utility sectors and has had a focus on grid-edge technologies, both through his consulting engagements and through Zenobē’s work within the transport and energy sectors. Gareth is excited about making a positive change in the industries we work in and facilitating rapid transformation using proven technology, strong expertise, and Zenobe’s access to capital.

John Hainsworth

John Hainsworth is a Technical Director with Mott MacDonald in Sydney.

He is currently the Digital Engineering Leader for the AJM design joint venture on the Suburban Rail Loop project in Victoria, and the Digital Director for the Water2Wire design joint venture on the Borumba Dams project in Queensland.

John has over 30 years of experience gained in engineering and the application of digital technologies across sectors.

Founded on expertise gained in the manufacturing supply chain in the UK, he has spent the last 20 years specialising in digital engineering and building information modelling, shaping project strategy and teams to deliver iconic projects across the world with Arup, Aurecon and Mott MacDonald.

Greg Steenbeeke

Greg established a business providing biodiversity credits for the NSW developer market in 2018, having worked with NSW environment agencies for over 25 years across much of the state in roles including vegetation mapping, environmental assessment review, managing threatened species and landholder engagement. He assisted with the design of the existing Biodiversity Offset Scheme and its forebears and now uses that knowledge to assist developers with addressing their biodiversity obligations in the most effective way possible. This comes from the combined experience of being a business owner, expert accredited ecologist, bureaucrat, landholder and manager of a stewardship site.

George Highfield

George is a Principal Consultant in Turner & Townsends Data & Digital team. George specialises in leading digital projects, creating data driven technical solutions and delivering organisational and capital project digital transformations. George’s expertise spans the designing and build of data warehousing, data science and AI platform solutions in the built environment and project management sector. George has recently been instrumental in the delivery of data platforms and project management systems to assist clients optimise their project delivery performance through automated reporting analytics and artificial intelligence digital solutions.

Victoria Sherwood

Victoria is a transformative executive leader with extensive experience driving business optimisation and large-scale change across industries including mining, construction, energy, technology, and manufacturing. Since June 2024, she has served as the CEO of ECORR, a leading organisation dedicated to circularity, where she is focused on driving growth and expanding its impact. Previously, Victoria held leadership roles at Licella Holdings, iQRenew, Boral Limited, and Timis Corporation, managing multi-billion-dollar operations, spearheading business turnarounds, and leading international growth strategies. Victoria holds a double degree in European Business & Engineering, is a Chartered Management Accountant, and is a member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. Known for her visionary leadership and ability to drive paradigm-shifting results, she remains committed to delivering impactful, sustainable business outcomes.

Daniel Hogan

Daniel is John Hollands Sustainability Manager on the M7M12 Integration Project. With over 20 years of leadership and sustainability expertise, Daniel is a seasoned professional dedicated to advancing decarbonisation and the circular economy. His unwavering belief in the power of positive change drives his efforts to inspire and influence meaningful transformation within the construction sector. Throughout his career, he has leveraged his commercial acumen, strong customer focus, and deep technical knowledge to consistently deliver impactful results. His ability to build and foster relationships has been instrumental in creating cohesive teams that achieve remarkable outcomes. Whether leading initiatives or contributing behind the scenes, Daniels achievements and contributions to sustainable outcomes in construction have created a legacy of change.

Mohamed Nasr

Peter Bennett

Andrew Marsonet

Andrew has over 40 years of construction experience, with a focus on the delivery of large-scale civil infrastructure in brownfield environments. Over the past 20 years Andrew has held senior management positions and assumed accountability for winning and delivering design/construction of major projects. He brings a sound understanding of project drivers, transport planning, urban infrastructure and management of key project stakeholders. As Project Director, his projects have included the Western Harbour Tunnel (current), M4–M5 Link Tunnels (current DLP phase), M4-M5 Link Tunnels (WCX3A), M2 Motorway Upgrade, Sydney Water PSP Alliance and Telecommunications projects. Other major projects he has worked on as either Project Manager or Construction Manager include major elements of the Sydney Harbour Tunnel and the tunnel packages of the New Southern Rail Airport Link in Sydney between the City and the domestic and international airports as well as construction of the West Tuna & Beam B Concrete Gravity Structures. A natural leader with an open and engaging approach, his collaborative leadership style has contributed to his effectiveness in project and operational management roles.