Who is the new chair of Cicada Innovations?

Dr Katherine Woodthorpe AO FTSE FAICD has been appointed as the new chair of Cicada Innovations, Australia's flagship deep tech incubator. She replaces Andrew Rothery, who held the position for almost 8 years, and marks the first time in 23 years that the organization is being led by two women, with CEO Sally-Ann Williams.

What is Dr Katherine Woodthorpe's background and experience?

Dr Woodthorpe brings over 30 years of experience commercializing technologies across environmental and climate science, renewable energy, and healthcare sectors. She is a serial chair, non-executive director, CEO, and recently became the first woman elected as president of the Australian Academy of Technology and Engineering (ATSE).

What board roles has Dr Woodthorpe held?

Dr Woodthorpe's notable former board roles include positions at the Antarctic Climate and Ecosystems CRC, Sirtex Ltd, the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA), and the Commonwealth Government's National Climate Science Advisory Committee. She currently holds non-executive director roles at the Great Barrier Reef Foundation, RACE for 2030 CRC, AnteoTec Ltd, and Bioplatforms Australia.

Cicada Innovations Appoints Dr Woodthorpe as Chair