Warwick Agnew
Director-General
Warwick Agnew
He/Him
Director-General
Department of Resources
Warwick Agnew joined the Department of Resources in May 2023 as the Director-General following an extensive career and experience in both the private and public sector.
Prior to joining the department, Warwick held the position of Director-General, Department of Employment, Small Business and Training.
Throughout his career Warwick has led social and economic infrastructure projects, economic analysis and policy, legislative reform, financial and commercial procurement, and corporate finance advisory services.
Warwick’s private sector experience includes commercial project development and senior advisory roles for global companies servicing resources, energy, industrial, infrastructure, property, and defence sectors. He has also served on key government boards including Queensland Treasury Corporation Capital Markets Board, the Long-Term Asset Allocation Board and the Queensland Rural and Industry Development Authority.
SESSIONS
Day 2
9:00
CEO 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, CEO, Tourism and Events Queensland
Warwick Agnew, Director-General, Department of Resources