Kate Carnell

Kate Carnell is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in leadership roles across various sectors. Currently serving as the Board Chair at Mable since May 2021, Carnell previously held the position of Ombudsman at the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman from March 2016 to March 2021. Notable past roles include Chief Executive Officer at the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (2014-2016), Beyond Blue (2008-April 2014), and the Australian Food & Grocery Council (July 2008-March 2012). Carnell has also contributed as a Board Member at the Australian Red Cross and as a Director at CRC Forestry. In addition, Carnell served as Chief Executive Officer of the Australian General Practice Network Limited and the National Association of Forest Industries. Carnell's political career includes a tenure as Chief Minister of the ACT Legislative Assembly from 1995 to 2000. Educationally, Carnell holds a Bachelor of Pharmacy from The University of Queensland and St Aidan's Corinda in Brisbane.