None of us think we have all the answers, but we're all doing lots of things and in many cases lots of really good things [to support mental health]. The idea is to get together and share what's working with each other.

When you genuinely care about mental wellbeing, you have a responsibility to expose yourself to new ideas, new ways of thinking and working. You also have a responsibility to make an impact.

Damian Zahra was appointed as Chief People Officer, Bunnings Group in July 2019 and is responsible for leading the People & Safety team and the delivery of the Bunnings People & Safety agenda across the group. Damian has over 25 years of experience across the full suite of Human Resource (HR) functions. He has a multi-industry background, having worked in the Property, Online/Media, Professional Services, and Retail sectors in various senior HR roles. Before joining Bunnings, Damian was the General Manager of People and Culture at Vicinity Centres, an ASX listed organisation that owns and manages shopping centres across Australia. He has also held senior HR roles at REA Group, where he was responsible for REA Group’s international People & Culture program.

We want to help reduce the stigma that comes with talking about it in the workplace. People should be able to go to work and feel safe and comfortable to be their authentic selves, including being able to open up about their mental health.

As a member of KPMG’s executive leadership team, Dorothy leads the firm’s people and performance strategy, supporting a workforce of 12,000 across Australia. She brings extensive experience in human capital, transformation, and strategic leadership, having previously served as Partner and Chief People Officer at PwC. Her career also includes senior executive roles at BHP, NAB, Australia Post, and the AFL, where she led large-scale transformation, marketing, and people functions. Dorothy is a member of Chief Executive Women, Advisory Board Member RMIT School of Management, Director Essendon Football Club, Advisory Board member of Commonwealth Games Australia Nominations Committee.

Julie Mitchell is the Chief General Manager, Personal Injury & Commercial and is responsible for personal injury lines CTP, Life and Workers Compensation for Allianz Australia. Across a 20 year career at Allianz, Julie has held a number of key leadership roles including Chief General Manager Workers Compensation, General Manager of Victoria and the NSW Treasury Managed Fund (TMF) businesses. Julie has over 24 years of insurance industry experience across workplace injury, claims and operational management. Prior to joining Allianz Julie held roles at WorkCover NSW and has also spent a number of years within the occupational rehabilitation industry. Julie holds a Bachelor of Health Science (Rehabilitation Counselling) degree from the University of Sydney and a Graduate Diploma of Safety Science through the University of New South Wales.

Lucy has a strong commitment to helping others. Her primary areas of focus are issues facing Women and Girls and Mental Health and Wellbeing, particularly in the workplace. She takes an evidenced based approach to problem solving and social investment. Lucy has more than 25 years’ experience commercial experience with companies including Macquarie Group and Ernst & Young working in accounting, finance, and organisational psychology. Specifically, Lucy has worked in trusted advisory roles with some of Australia’s leading CEO’s, Managing Partners, Ministers, and Chairs. After eight years as a Commissioner and Chair of the National Mental Health Commission and Mentally Healthy Workplace Alliance, Lucy is now pursing new interests within the Care sector. Chair, Diabetes Australia Research Program Director, Australian Unity Limited Director, Be Kind Sydney Governor, Queenwood School Director, Corporate Mental Health Alliance Australia Founder & Patron, Sydney Women’s Fund Silver Medallion, Surf Lifesaving – Patrol at Bilgola Beach

Renae Lattey is the Chief Executive Partner, Australia for Mallesons, a top tier international law firm, from Asia, for the world. In her role, Renae is responsible for the development of the firm’s strategy as the Australian practice continues to build on its strong foundation and vision. Mallesons continues to focus on building an inclusive and respectful workplace where all individuals and teams can maximise their performance and wellbeing in a sustainable way.

Simon was appointed Chief Officer of Group Affairs, Communications and Sustainability in March 2025, bringing together internal and external communications, public policy, government relations and sustainability. Prior to this appointment, Simon was Chief Sustainability Officer since July 2024. Before joining Woolworths Group, Simon was Chief Transformation Officer at Arnotts for four years. Prior to this, Simon spent two decades at PepsiCo holding a number of senior executive commercial roles including Chief Sustainability Officer, Global President PepsiCo Snacks and Chief Marketing Officer PepsiCo North America. Simon holds a First Class Hons BSc from Kings College London.

Steven Miller is Area Vice President for Microsoft Australia and New Zealand, responsible for delivering strategic growth and enabling customers and partners to harness innovation and cloud technologies across the region. He leads a team focused on delivering secure, AI-powered solutions and inclusive digital transformation to help organisations achieve more. With more than 25 years in the technology industry, including 17 years at Microsoft, Steven has held senior leadership roles across Asia and ANZ. His experience spans operations, marketing, and business planning, including serving as Chief Operating Officer for Microsoft Asia and leading functions such as Marketing and Operations, Small, Medium and Corporate (SMC), Education, and the Office Business Group. A passionate advocate for collaboration and purpose-led leadership, Steven champions clarity, trust, and inclusion as drivers of impact. He holds qualifications from the University of Strathclyde, Strathclyde Graduate Business School, and the University of New South Wales. Based in Sydney, he brings a global perspective and a commitment to empowering customers and communities.