Gaye Steel

Gaye Steel is a senior strategic and commercial leader with over 25 years of experience in global blue-chip FMCG multinational environments, responsible for leading multidisciplinary teams and managing renowned Australian brands.

With a background encompassing key senior management roles at companies like Reckitt Benckiser, McDonald's Australia, Telstra, National Foods, Church & Dwight, and the McGrath Foundation, Gaye has demonstrated a proven track record of achieving exceptional results and driving organizational success.

Gaye's career journey began at Reckitts, where she received classical training before transitioning to McDonald's, then to Telstra as acting Chief of Marketing, overseeing the acclaimed Telstra Olympics advertising and media investment initiatives.

Her expertise lies in brand building, marketing, strategy, and leadership, with a deep understanding of marketing capabilities that have significantly contributed to the success of various iconic Australian organizations.

As an advocate for customer-centric approaches and stakeholder engagement, Gaye excels at bridging strategic visions with operational excellence, leveraging her marketing proficiency across digital and traditional channels, and agency practices.

Gaye is dedicated to nurturing the next generation's talent and enhancing organizational capabilities, blending marketing expertise with learning design to inspire growth within individuals, groups, and organizations.

In the academic realm, Gaye has shared her insights as an accomplished lecturer at esteemed institutions like Academy of Entrepreneurs, Business Faculty Torrens University, and University of Wollongong, boasting an MBA acquired on a full scholarship and an extensive background in teaching and mentoring at academia.