Cattle Corporation Key People

Michael is involved in a wide range of organisations across engineering, infrastructure, agriculture, energy, environmental sustainability, the space industry, academia, and the nuclear industry.

He is extremely well connected with Australia’s manufacturing, industrial and political leaders, as well as the country’s top universities, including activities in the nuclear and AUKUS spheres.

He is the Chief Executive Officer of the AUKUS Forum and has a personal contact base of over 100,000 people across Australian industry, with more than 32,000 members of the AUKUS Forum and 34,000 LinkedIn connections, with many more built over his time on projects for infrastructure, advanced manufacturing, and research activities. He has an extensive range of industry networks assembled over the last three decades.

Widely regarded as one of the most connected people in Australian industry, with a strong focus on business transactions, Michael is focussed on transformation – helping countless businesses to access new export opportunities and enter adjacent markets such as traditional engineering firms entering the space and defence industries.

This gives him an unrivalled ability to connect with key decision makers, to facilitate contacts between Australian and overseas manufacturers, establish joint ventures and establish supply chains. Several major US corporations have reached out to him recently to find local suppliers.

Michael has vast experience in politics, industry and manufacturing, having served as the National Director for Industry at the Australian Government’s Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre; and Chairman of the HunterNet Co-operative, a very successful industry cluster based in the Newcastle area of New South Wales.

Michael is a Fellow of the Institute of Managers and Leaders; a Fellow of The Royal Society for the Arts, Manufactures & Commerce; and has completed courses in Leadership at the Harvard Business School.

Navigating the diverse landscape of Australian industry, Catherine works across a range of sectors including engineering and agriculture. In her instrumental role as the Administration and Operations Manager, she consistently demonstrates an adeptness at combining the visions of the leadership team with the tangible realities of running a dynamic, forward-thinking organisation.

A master of detail and orchestration, Catherine oversees the bustling daily operations with an analytical eye, ensuring the seamless functionality of the office's multifaceted undertakings. This encompasses a range of responsibilities including industry engagement, business support, and handling intricate legal concerns. Her proficiency in system management, both on-site and remotely, further extends to overseeing security protocols and safeguarding security functions.

Catherine's background as a paralegal secretary has equipped her with invaluable organisational prowess, which she seamlessly integrates into her role. Her unwavering commitment, coupled with her exceptional organisational abilities, guarantees the operations function flawlessly.

Personable and highly skilled, Catherine's multifaceted role also establishes her as the primary contact for all inquiries and industry engagement. If you're seeking a robust and innovative solution to engage in the cattle industry, contact Catherine and the Cattle Corporation team to support your efforts.