Lauren Stafford

Lauren Stafford is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in product management and business development, currently serving as the Director of Product Management - Rail and Director of Business Development at First Mode since April 2023. As a Director at Industry Innovation and Science Australia since October 2020 and a member of the Research Infrastructure Advisory Board for the Australian Government Department of Education, Lauren contributes to significant initiatives in innovation and education. Additionally, Lauren holds a Director position at Australia's Economic Accelerator and has previously held leadership roles at Woodside Energy, BHP, and CRC ORE, showcasing a strong background in technology and innovation management. Lauren holds multiple degrees from The University of Queensland, including a Master of Commerce, a Bachelor of Applied Science with Honors, and a Bachelor of Education.