Expertise
Over Vanessa’s career, she has founded more than 25 companies, built partnerships with global brands including Apple, Warner Bros, Lucasfilm, and Samsung, and supplied consumer products across 29 categories to major retailers worldwide such as Walmart, Target, and Costco. Her achievements have earned her recognition from leading business awards including EY Entrepreneur of the Year, AFR Women of Influence, and Telstra Business Woman of the Year.
With deep experience in both the FMCG and SaaS sectors, Vanessa brings a unique perspective shaped by her successes and lessons learned along the way. Passionate about supporting the next generation of founders, she dedicates her time to mentoring entrepreneurs and contributing to community initiatives. As Chair of Bravehearts, she proudly supports the organisation’s mission to protect children and empower families through education and advocacy.