2024 JUDGE'S PROFILE

Katharine Kurek
Brand and Marketing Manager
Valour Sport
Katharine is an accomplished Marketing Director, specialising in Branding, E-commerce, Sales, Corporate Communications, Market Research, and Direct Marketing. With a track record of strategically driving major rebranding initiatives and forming pivotal partnerships to surpass business objectives, she stands as a distinguished professional. Currently serving as a Senior Executive at Valour since April 2021, Katharine excels in building brand equity through meticulously planned campaigns that resonate with target audiences. Her keen understanding of consumer behaviour and market trends is underscored by her strategic role in enhancing brand awareness. Her commitment to delivering impactful marketing initiatives is driven by a passion for engaging audiences and fostering brand growth.
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Jeremy Weiss
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Bridie Commerford
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Penny Ryan
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Vincent Sanza
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Allie Sparr
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Jane James
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Lahnee White
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Trent Sutton
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Rebecca Malzacher
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Marissa Moo
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Dimitri Andreatidis
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Boden Westover
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Mica de Jesus
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Cindy Slaven
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Liana Dubois
Chief Marketing Officer

Michelle Wiederman
Director of Marketing APAC

Luke Gibson
Chief Marketing & Innovation Officer

Sam Gallagher
Head of Marketing & Corporate Communications ANZ

Dean Gould
Vice President, Engagement
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Anita Head
Director, Marketing
The University of Adelaide

Katharine Kurek
Brand and Marketing Manager

Diana Minglis
Vice President Marketing and Market Development

Lucy Garcia
Chief Marketing Officer

Louise Cummins
Chief Marketing Officer
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Steve Alexander
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