Kate Witenden

Kate Witenden is an accomplished human resources professional currently serving as the Chief People Officer at The Australian National University since October 2022. Prior experience includes roles such as Associate Director of HR at the University of Sydney and Head of Human Resources at American Express Global Business Travel, where Kate oversaw HR functions in a leading business travel services company operating globally. Kate has held significant HR positions across various organizations, including British Telecom, Ericsson, Fujitsu, KAZ, the Australian Office of Financial Management, Nortel Networks, and Colonial Group, showcasing a strong background in HR management and strategy. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor of Commerce in Industrial Relations/Law from the University of Newcastle, a Grad Diploma in Applied Finance & Investment from ASIC, and membership in the Australian HR Institute.