Richard Knox
General Manager
Richard Knox
General Manager
Thynne + Macartney
Richard Knox has over a 20 years of experience as a senior professional services and financial services leader across a diverse range of organisations. Richard’s core expertise is leading Corporate teams. Commencing his career in the military and then human resources, Richard's career has seen him work across Australia, Asia, the UK and the US. Richard has worked for a range of global blue chip organisations in Executive roles including PwC, Credit Suisse, KPMG and Allianz. Richard is currently the General Manager at Thynne & Macartney Law Firm where he leads the business day to day and is also a Director of the Board at Language Disorder Australia.
SESSIONS
Day 2
9:00
Keynote Panel: Leading with Purpose to Champion Intersectionality and Allyship
How purposeful leadership can foster inclusive cultures, create safe spaces, and drive high performing teams
Navigating intersectionality to strengthen inclusive environments: How to ensure that all voices are heard and valued?
Actionable strategies for promoting diversity and inclusion, discussing how “the business case” currently for DEI isn’t cutting it
Addressing the unique challenges that women in leadership face, including gender bias and systemic barriers
Moderator: Sarah-Jane Peterschlingmann, Director, Autism Queensland; Managing Director, ATech
Kate Gould, CEO | Artistic Director, Brisbane Powerhouse
Patricia O'Callaghan, Acting Director-General, Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation
Sandy Gillies, Chief Executive Officer, Western Queensland PHN; Adjunct Professor, Murtupuni Centre for Rural and Remote Health, James Cook University
Richard Knox, General Manager, Thynne + Macartney