Marie Festa has over 25 years’ experience in corporate, not-for profit and ASX listed companies.  She has held various roles including CEO and executive management positions in the areas of corporate affairs, stakeholder engagement, crisis management, investor relations, government relations, sustainability, human resources, change management and innovation. She was also the CEO of the not-for-profit organisation, Chief Executive Women. 

Marie has extensive experience in multi-faceted stakeholder communications and engagement, leading teams, and developing and executing strategies in large and complex environments. She advises Boards, CEO’s and executive teams on crisis communications, major transactions, IPOs, capital raisings, corporate governance and driving cultural change. Her career spans several sectors including property, fintech, retail, mining, and transport logistics. Marie has strong networks across financial markets, equity investors, media, government, and corporate leaders.