Kristina Mitreska, PhD, is an experienced professional currently serving as the Elective Surgery Improvement and Innovation Advisor at The Royal Melbourne Hospital since October 2022. With a decade-long tenure at Victoria Police, Kristina has held roles including Program Manager, Lean Manager, and Project Manager, focusing on driving a culture of continuous improvement and developing strategic change management approaches. Previously, Kristina spent over a decade at Toyota Motor Corporation Australia, where various positions were held, including Supplier Risk Project Manager and Logistics Processing & Parts Coordinator, concentrating on supply chain management and risk assessment. Educational qualifications include a PhD in Organizational Leadership from Swinburne University, a DBA from Victoria University, and a Master's in Logistics and Supply Chain Management.