Danni Hunter

Danni Hunter is a dynamic and accomplished executive leader who frequently shares her insights on a wide range of topics, including business conditions, population growth and liveability, transport and infrastructure, economic, business, and social issues, diversity and leadership. Her dynamic presentations, regular media appearances and energetic approach to hosting and facilitating events, make her a sought-after speaker for events and keynotes. Danni has proven track record of driving organizational growth and making significant impact. As the Founder and Principal of Hunter Collective she leverages her extensive experience in both the public and private sectors to help a diverse range of global and Australian organizations solve complex problems and expand their impact. In addition to her role at Hunter Collective, Danni hosts the podcast "Australia in Focus," which features conversations about issues shaping Australia, with Australian and international thinkers, doers, and change makers. Her impressive career includes serving as the Victorian Executive Director of the Property Council of Australia and CEO of the Urban Development Institute of Australia (Victoria). She has also held key advisory positions to government on major issues and held non-executive director roles. Danni's leadership approach is characterized by her empowering and consultative style, strategic problem-solving abilities, and talent for building and leading high-performing teams. She excels in developing and executing successful strategies and delivering meaningful organizational transformation. Her areas of expertise span investment facilitation, corporate strategy, policy development and advocacy, stakeholder engagement, and organizational leadership. She possesses deep insights into macro business conditions and the economy, leadership and resilience, and the importance of a proactive growth mindset for organisations, teams, and leaders. Danni is a thought-leader across a diverse range of issues and is deeply networked. Danni loves connecting like-minded people and organisations and actively seeks out opportunities to create meaningful relationships.