Sue Francis

Sue Francis is a seasoned planning professional with extensive experience in leadership roles within the consulting and local government sectors. Currently serving as Executive Director at GYDE Consulting since July 2021, Sue previously held the position of Executive Director at City Plan Strategy and Development from September 2008 to July 2021, where collaborative efforts were made with notable professionals including David Ryan and Stephen Kerr. Prior to that, Sue served as Executive Director at Planning Workshop Australia from August 2006 to July 2008, contributing to the firm's success before its acquisition by Worley Parsons. Sue's background includes pivotal roles such as Director of Planning and Development at Warringah Council and North Sydney Council, and Manager of Development Control at Woollahra Municipal Council, where a career in local government planning was initiated in 1991. Additionally, Sue began as Associate Director at Wellings Smith and Byrnes in 1985 after transitioning from a planning career in the UK. Educational foundations were laid at Hitchin Girls Grammar School from 1971 to 1978.