Natalie Connor •

Head Of Strategic Communications And Brand, NICM Health Research Institute at Western Sydney University

Natalie Connor has a diverse work experience spanning several industries. Natalie has worked as a CTT Certified Consultant at Barrett Values Centre since 2015. Prior to that, they served as the Head of Strategic Communications and Brand at NICM Health Research Institute in Western Sydney University. Natalie also has experience as a Director and Strategic Communications Advisor at AOTH Consulting.

During their career, Natalie has held various roles in marketing, public affairs, and PR. Natalie was the Head of Marketing and Public Affairs at Westmead Millennium Institute for Medical Research from 2012 to 2014. Natalie also worked as a Senior Consumer PR Manager Pacific at Symantec and as a Senior PR Manager and Journalist at The Project Group.

Earlier in their career, Natalie had positions at SAP as a Contracted PR Manager ANZ, at Text 100 as a PR Manager, and at Hill & Knowlton/Carl Byoir & Associates as an Account Exec. Natalie started their professional journey as an Intern in the Motorsports Division at International Management Group.

Natalie Connor's work experience demonstrates their expertise in strategic communications, brand management, PR, and marketing across various sectors.

Natalie Connor has a diverse education history. Natalie obtained a Master of Business Administration degree with a focus on innovation and leadership from the University of Canberra from 2018 to 2021. Prior to that, they earned a Master of Arts in Organizational Communication from Charles Sturt University from 2010 to 2014, and a Bachelor of Arts in Communication with a concentration in public relations and organizational communication from the same university from 1999 to 2001. Natalie also pursued various certifications, including decision-making in difficult times from INSEAD, brand management from Cornell University, and a mini MBA in management, marketing, and brand management from Marketing Week. Natalie has further certifications in corporate social responsibility, conflict of interest, strategic project management, and other disciplines from institutions like the University of Pennsylvania, Australian Institute of Company Directors, and UCLA Extension. Additionally, they obtained certifications in diverse subjects like psychological safety, competitive benchmarking, copywriting, design thinking, and presentation principles from institutions like LinkedIn, Meltwater, and Duarte, Inc.

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  • Head Of Strategic Communications And Brand, NICM Health Research Institute

    February, 2015 - present

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