Steve Elias currently serves as the Interim CEO and Bid Director at the Energy Storage Cooperative Research Centre, focusing on a proposed bid to advance Australia's role in the global energy storage sector. With a wealth of experience spanning over two decades, Steve has held various significant positions, including Principal at RSM Australia, where responsibilities involved advising on R&D Tax and Government Incentives, and Co-Host of the Startup West podcast, the top startup podcast in Australia. Steve's background includes project management roles at CSG Limited and KPMG Australia, and earlier experience as an Account Manager and Development Chemist at Ciba. Steve holds multiple qualifications in management, leadership, and climate governance from prestigious institutions, underscoring a commitment to innovation and commercialization in technology and research.