LK CONNECT

MENTORING AND NETWORKING PROGRAM

In a truly inspiring LK Connect event on the future of content and communication, an outstanding panel of ex-students gave a fascinating insight into the worlds of advertising, television and digital media.

The women shared a wealth of advice on the different ways they sought out and discovered their passions in their early careers. They also gave an insiders’ perspective on the significant changes the last two years have wrought in the workplace, and the strategies they are implementing to future-proof their organisations. Building resilience, overcoming adversity and fostering wellbeing were also discussed.

The ex-students reflected on the critical role their time at Loreto Kirribilli played in inspiring their passions and shaping their futures. According to Camilla Ibrahim ('04), “Finding my passion ... actually started right here at Loreto and, funnily enough, right here on this stage! ...This is where I ... really fostered that love of language, of verbal communication and storytelling.”

2022 Vice Captain Olivia summed up the feeling of the audience when she thanked the panellists, declaring, “You are such distinguished women with such amazing careers ... I’m so excited to go into a workforce where there are women like you who are paving the way for us!”

Thank you to our panellists:

JESSICA TANCRED (’05)

Our facilitator Jessica is a communication expert with more than ten years’ experience as a radio and television reporter and producer. After five years at Channel 9’s Today Show, both in front of and behind the camera, she worked as a reporter on Seven Network’s Sunrise and in the newsroom. Jessica now works in corporate communications.

KATIE MCGRATH (’89)

Katie joined Seven West Media as Chief People and Culture Officer in June 2017, leading the transformation and turnaround of the group to create one of Australia’s most successful media services companies. Katie is also the published author of Deadly Earth and advisor to the Government on domestic violence.

SALLY KISSANE (‘86)

Sally is the CEO of Ogilvy Australia. In her 20+ years in the Ogilvy network, Sally has led teams in both Australia and New York across direct marketing and CRM, digital, public relations and advertising. Sally’s achievements also include improving the wider advertising industry, from developing junior talent to holding agencies accountable on diversity and inclusion.

CAMILLA IBRAHIM (‘04)

Camilla is Communications and Public Affairs Manager at Google Australia, and has been with Google for almost five years. In her current role, she looks after media relations and storytelling for a range of products, including Google Search, Maps, devices, artificial intelligence and Google’s philanthropic arm, Google.org.

For further information about LK Connect please visit loreto.nsw.edu.au/connect/