Monique Bensted

Monique Bensted is an experienced communications professional with a strong background in strategic internal and external communications, particularly within the mining and technology sectors. Since September 2009, Monique has held various leadership positions at Rio Tinto, including General Manager of Communications for Arcadium Integration and Acting VP Communications, overseeing communications for significant restructures. Monique has also led teams in employee communications and business partnering. Previous experience includes roles at Melbourne IT Limited as General Manager of Corporate Communications, Manager of Corporate Communications at WebCentral Pty Ltd, and positions in project management and marketing communications. Monique's educational background includes a Graduate Diploma in Applied Finance and Investment from FINSIA and a Bachelor of Business Communication with a focus on Public Relations from Queensland University of Technology.