Travels From New South Wales
Categories
Business Speakers,Futurists & Future Trends,MCs & Hosts,Motivational Speakers,Women in BusinessSpeaker Topics
Business
- Industry 5.0
- The New Director
- Sustainability
- Future of Work
Current Trends
- Chat GPT
- Analog knowledge in digital world
- Generative AI
- Web3
- Metaverse
- How to think like a futurist
Innovation
- Creativity
- Future Technology
- Science & Engineering
- Robotics
- Cyber Security
- Artificial Intelligence
- Drones & Robotics
Master of Ceremonies
Quick witted, well prepared, broad horizons of life experience, and the ability to react to sudden changes or last minute moments. Cool headed and articulate, Catherine also likes to bring her unique sense of humour and geek chic to any MC role. Audiences and event organisers both appreciate being kept on time and in good humour. Catherine particularly likes to keep the audiences engaged with the content and presenters by creating interactive ice-breakers, micro breaks, and having fun! Quick witted, well prepared, broad horizons of life experience, and the ability to react to sudden changes or last minute moments. Cool headed and articulate, Catherine also likes to bring her unique sense of humour and geek chic to any MC role. Audiences and event organisers both appreciate being kept on time and in good humour. Catherine particularly likes to keep the audiences engaged with the content and presenters by creating interactive ice-breakers, micro breaks, and having fun!
Read lessMotivation
- Goal Kicking
- Resilience
- Recovery from Failure
Politics & Advocacy
- Environment & Climate Change
- Communication & New Media
- STEM Economics
Dr Catherine Ball
Championing Diversity and Innovation through Education and Sustainable Technology
Associate Professor Dr. Catherine Ball is a pioneering futurist, scientist, and social architect who is redefining how emerging technologies can address some of the world’s most pressing humanitarian, educational, and environmental challenges. With a BSc Honours in Environmental Protection and a PhD in Spatial Ecology from the University of Newcastle, Catherine has become a global expert on the ethical and innovative application of technology.
Dubbed a “social architect” by her peers, Catherine passionately advocates for diversity and inclusion as essential drivers of true innovation. Her mission is to demystify complex STEM concepts via effective cooperation and education, empowering individuals and communities to engage meaningfully with technology. As a company director, founder, bestselling author, speaker, and advisor, she is deeply invested in fostering social mobility and equity, supporting Australian start-ups, and mentoring future leaders.
Catherine's extensive portfolio includes transformative projects across various sectors including documentaries and industry-leading conferences, which advise on the use of new technologies across environmental and humanitarian projects. She can also be seen serving on the international advisory board of the Schmidt Ocean Institute and as a member of the XPRIZE Global Brains Trust. Catherine’s recent endeavours, which demonstrate her unwavering dedication to ethical and sustainable technological advancements, include projects involving insect protein and AI-driven health solutions.
Recognised with numerous accolades, including the 2023 DSc (Honoris Causa) from Worcester Polytechnic Institute and the Outstanding Micro Business Winner at the Lord Mayor’s Business Awards, Catherine's influence resonates worldwide. She has also been featured among the world’s most renowned women in robotics and has received multiple awards for her leadership and innovation.
Known for her dynamic and engaging presentation style, Catherine captivates audiences by blending technical insights with personal reflections. She inspires hope and action, encouraging participants to envision and build a future that is interconnected, intelligent, and human centric.
Dr. Catherine Ball continues to support Australia by leading the charge in leveraging ethically driven technology for positive global change. She will play a pivotal role in the country’s adoption of the emerging Industry 5.0, inviting all to join her on this transformative journey.