Celeste Kalaja

Celeste Kalaja is a seasoned communications professional currently serving as Corporate Communications Manager and Internal Communications Manager at Lendlease since May 2016, contributing to employee engagement and understanding of corporate excellence. Kalaja has developed compelling content and communications strategies across various mediums, supporting significant projects like the Melbourne Quarter urban regeneration initiative. Prior experience includes a role as Senior Account Manager at Bastion Effect, where strategic communication campaigns were crafted, and as a Consultant at BBS Communications Group, focusing on PR and media relations. Early career roles included a PR Assistant at BBS Communications Group and Conference Assistant at International Convention Management Services. Celeste Kalaja holds a dual degree in Journalism and Communications and Social Science from The University of Queensland, complemented by training from the International Association of Public Participation.