John Lydon

John Lydon is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in corporate sustainability and strategic leadership. Currently serving as a Non-Executive Director at Santos Ltd and an Industry Professor at the University of Technology, Sydney, John focuses on fostering collaboration and impactful business practices. As Co-Chair of the Australian Climate Leaders Coalition, John leads a group of CEOs dedicated to emissions reduction and sustainability. Previous roles include Board Member of the Net Zero Emissions and Clean Economy Board for the NSW Government and Economic Commissioner for the Greater Cities Commission. John's long tenure at McKinsey & Company included serving as Senior Partner and Managing Partner for Australia and New Zealand, specializing in ESG consulting and organizational transformation. Academic credentials include an MBA from INSEAD and a BA in Economics from the University of London.