Nicolle Kelly

Nicolle Kelly is a highly accomplished senior executive with a track record of success in driving innovation and transformation across government departments in Queensland. With a strong focus on portfolio management, governance, and strategic planning, Nicolle has led multimillion-dollar initiatives that have significantly impacted the economy of Queensland. Her expertise spans various areas including risk management, policy development, and corporate service delivery. Nicolle holds a Post Graduate Certificate in Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services from Queensland University of Technology, as well as Bachelor of Arts degrees from UNSW Australia and the University of New England (AU). Throughout her career, Nicolle has held key leadership positions such as Executive Director of Innovation Programs, Governance & Strategy at the Department of Innovation and Tourism Industry Development, where she spearheaded groundbreaking initiatives. Her previous roles include Executive Director of Strategy, Policy and Innovation Governance at the Department of Science, Information Technology and Innovation, as well as Deputy Director-General of Innovation. Nicolle's extensive experience also includes leading strategic transformation, performance management, and organizational planning across various government agencies.