Simone Clarke

Simone is a dynamic executive leader with over 25 years of experience spanning the United Nations, private sector, international NGOs, and community service organisations across Australia, the USA, and the Asia Pacific. She’s a recognised expert in sustainable development, ESG, social impact, and global advocacy, with a proven track record of driving systemic change through cross-sector collaboration and transformative leadership.

Currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer of UN Women Australia, Simone is dedicated to accelerating gender equality and achieving Sustainable Development Goal 5 (Gender Equality). She has led groundbreaking initiatives in international development, public-private partnerships, and digital transformation, working with organisations such as UNICEF, Save the Children, Mission Australia, the Australian Football League, and Telstra Corporation.

An agile and visionary strategist, Simone excels in executive leadership, organisational transformation, stakeholder engagement, and strategic influencing. Passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion, she champions innovative approaches to social impact, impact investment, and the ethical integration of technology, AI, and digital inclusion.

With extensive experience in sustainability, business strategy, risk management, and multi-stakeholder collaboration, Simone has played a key role in shaping policies, driving corporate responsibility, and leading advocacy efforts on a global scale. A highly sought-after speaker, she inspires audiences with her unique insights on leadership, resilience, and the power of collaboration to create lasting social change.