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Laura is a motivated professional with a diverse background spanning policy advisory and development, project and stakeholder management, human behaviour analysis, human resources, learning and development, and workforce design. Throughout her career, she has held various pivotal roles in management, analysis, and leadership across these multifaceted sectors.Previously, Laura served as an Adviser in National Civil Preparedness within Resilience and Crisis Management at Prime Minister and Cabinet. Here, she meticulously refined her policy expertise, particularly in nuanced areas, by collaborating closely with senior government officials to spearhead and coordinate policy development efforts. Laura's strategic, yet blue-sky approach to thinking and strategy has been instrumental in her ability to envision innovative solutions and drive impactful outcomes in her projects. She excels in navigating ambiguity and demonstrates excellence in prioritising and developing policy that is not well defined, showing a talent for handling complex challenges with determination and precision.Before her advisory role, Laura made significant contributions to the consulting sector, focusing on driving workforce transformation. Her profound interest in Defence, Defence Industry, and broader government policy development fuelled her strategic yet forward-thinking approach to policy development and project management. Laura prides herself on her ability to utilise these methodologies to engage, collaborate, and lead her team to success.Laura's dedication to professional advancement is evident through her completion of three high-impact internships in research and data analysis, stakeholder management, and education. Furthermore, her diverse roles at the University of Canberra—as Health Faculty Representative, Tutor, and Student Conduct Board Member—have honed her exceptional skills in stakeholder engagement and inclusive leadership, distinguishing her as a standout professional in her field.