Gemma Garkut

Gemma Garkut is an accomplished communications professional with extensive experience in various leadership roles across multiple industries. Currently serving as the Head of Communications at IR since September 2025, Gemma previously held similar positions at Tyro Payments and Guzman y Gomez Mexican Kitchen. Notable past roles include Director of Brand Communications & PR at SiteMinder and Director of Media & Communications at The iQ Group Global. Gemma's early career features significant editorial positions at Mamamia and Seven West Media, as well as experience as a journalist for News Corp Australia. Educational qualifications include two Bachelor of Communications degrees, one from the University of East Anglia and the other from the University of Canberra.