Denise Ora is an incredibly talented, innovative, highly experienced and sustainability-driven CEO with a proven track record working in both complex scientific, environmental, commercial and regulated government cultural institutions of national significance. She has successfully led diverse and challenging projects in high visitation green sites to deliver positive transformation, strategic and positive nature change.

Denise was the former CEO of the Botanic Gardens and Centennial Parklands – and was the first female Chief Executive in the organisation’s 203 year + history.

Denise currently holds the position of CEO for Metropolitan Memorial Parks.

In this episode, Denise and I discuss:

• Denise’s childhood, upbringing and what set the foundations for her career trajectory

• The role of direct and indirect mentors in Denise’s career and life

• The key leadership qualities, experiences and mindset Denise developed to build a successful corporate career

• How Denise balances her professional career whilst still creating time for her family, friends and the enjoyment of life

• Becoming an impact and purpose-led leader

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You can connect and learn more about Denise here:

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/deniseora/?originalSubdomain=au

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