Strategic Risk Forum Series

Kate Hughes

Chief risk officer, Telstra (Australia)

Kate Hughes

Chief risk officer, Telstra (Australia)

Biography

Kate Hughes is Telstra’s Chief Risk Officer, with responsibility for the enterprise wide risk management, security and compliance functions. Kate has broad risk management, safety and governance experience across financial services, agribusiness, fast moving consumer goods, telecommunications and public administration. Prior to joining Telstra, Kate held senior roles with the Australian Securities and Investments Commission, AWB and Pacific Brands.