Consult Australia

Executive Leader - GHD Ventures and Construction Services | GHD | Consult Australia President

Tasos currently leads GHD's global cost and business optimization initiatives. This is a strategic role reporting to the Executive Leadership Group of GHD, with a focus on business and cost improvement initiatives that are leveraged through digital transformation and assist GHD in achieving its sustainability and carbon net zero aspirations.

He is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and also an EPA appointed Environmental Auditor for Contaminated Land in Victoria. Tasos has more than 30 years' experience in project direction, project management and senior line management / executive roles.

Chief Executive | Pritchard Francis

Having been Managing Director for a small practice initially, and Chief Executive Officer of a relatively large practice now, Arthur has a strong understanding of creating a successful environment with a strong culture, and what is needed to develop good people.

Arthur is a strong advocate of diversity in the work place, for involvement with Aboriginal communities and corporations, and for giving back to the industry. Always actively involved in the profession, through numerous Associations, Institutions and Industry representative groups, Arthur feels strongly about developing the profession while promoting and representing consultants within the industry. 

Chief Legal and Risk Officer | Aurecon

Emily is Aurecon’s Chief Legal & Risk Officer and a member of the Aurecon Group Executive Leadership Team. She worked for major multinational companies and law firms in Sydney and London before joining Aurecon in 2018. In her current role she has a broad remit leading teams supporting Aurecon in the areas of Legal, Risk, Insurance, Quality and Sustainability.

Emily believes that the most effective organisations are ones that embed their purpose into the way that they run and manage their business. She is particularly focused on embedding all elements of sustainability into business operations in a way that improves the future for people and the planet.

Director of Growth | Turnbull Engineering

Guy Pinzone is one of three executives at Turnbull Engineering who oversee all aspects of company management. As Director of Growth, he is responsible for company growth as well as new business and commercial transactions. With almost 20 years of experience in consulting, Guy has held multiple operational management roles as well as governance oversight of design teams on mega projects.

Guy is passionate about working and leading collaborative teams to achieve successful outcomes; and advocating for the role of consultants in our society. He's recently been involved with Consult Australia's NSW Committee for many years.-

Chief Operating Officer | AECOM

Kerry oversees the day-to day performance of AECOM’s ANZ operations and delivery of their strategy. Kerry is a chartered civil engineer with 25 years experience in the design and project management of transport infrastructure projects both in Australia and the UK.

Kerry is an advocate for diversity in the work place and flexible work practices. In 2018 she was awarded Consult Australia’s - Champion of Change Female Leadership Award.

Regional Director, Environment & Geosciences | Stantec

Natalie is an experienced executive leader with over 25 years’ experience across water and environment sectors. She is currently the Regional Director for Environment and Geosciences within Stantec Australia. In this role she drives policy, business direction, operational protocols, growth and staff engagement across her operating portfolio and more broadly across Stantec as part of the Australian Leadership Team.

Across her various roles, Natalie has built a reputation as a strong and capable leader, who has a strong technical and business understanding, and the ability to guide, mentor and inspire individuals to be innovative thinkers, challenging them to deliver solutions that overcome complex problems. She has a collaborative leadership style and is a strong proponent for the benefits of collaborative contract models. 

Natalie is also the Vice Chair of the FIDIC Sustainable Development Committee and was highly commended in the 2019 Consult Australia Champions of Change Female Leadership Award. 

Principal | Arup

Rachel leads multidisciplinary teams and major infrastructure projects for Arup in Victoria. Working in the infrastructure, building and energy sectors, she has extensive knowledge of managing contractual arrangements and construction working environments. 
 
With over 30 years of experience in geotechnical engineering and design management, she is passionate about using technical, leadership and communication skills to shape better outcomes for people and the built environment. From 2016 to 2020, she was a Victorian Consult Australia committee member, including a three-year tenure as Chair. 

Chief Operating Officer | ASPECT Studios

Tamsin leads the global operations of ASPECT Studios. Her role involves strategy development and execution, governance and risk, and organisational culture. Tamsin’s background in design lends itself to understanding how to harness the passion and ambition of creative, technical people and aligning them to a powerful and genuine purpose.

With 20 years experience working with design firms in the built environment, Tamsin is a is a proud advocate of diversity of gender, culture, and ideas. She is passionate about digital innovation and collaboration and developing industry capability.