Lisa Sarago
Chief Executive Officer and Founder
Land on Heart; Winner - Indigenous Leader of the Year 2022 for Women in Digital
Lisa Sarago, a proud Bundaburra Yidinji/Western Yalanji woman, is an advocate, speaker, leader and influencer in the tech sector. As CEO of Land on Heart and CEO/Director of the Land on Heart Foundation, she empowers Indigenous communities through cultural awareness and innovative tech solutions.
Winner of 2022 Women in Digital’s Indigenous Leader of the Year Award, and finalist for ARN’s DE&I Champion 2024, Lisa is dedicated to nurturing Indigenous leaders, particularly women, and creating inclusive digital ecosystems. Her strategic vision, honed through her leadership roles since joining the tech industry, underscores her commitment to grassroot initiatives that provide access to tech training and opportunities for Indigenous groups, particularly in remote areas.
With extensive expertise in business and HR, and background in psychology, Lisa lectures and delivers keynotes, advocating for a tech industry where Indigenous talents thrive in culturally safe environments. Lisa stands as a thought leader, ensuring that all Indigenous voices are heard and driving innovation toward a more inclusive digital future.
SESSIONS
DAY 2
9:10
CEO Panel: Disrupting tradition: The value of diverse and inclusive leadership in STEMM pathways
Identifying and overcoming barriers which block inclusivity in traditional industry organisations
Understanding the benefits allies can have in supporting and amplifying the decisions of leaders
Driving systemic change in your organisation by looking beyond hiring metrics
Moderator: Lisa Harvey-Smith, Professor of Practice, UNSW Sydney
Lisa Sarago, Chief Executive Officer and Founder, Land on Heart; Winner - Indigenous Leader of the Year 2022 for Women in Digital
Brian Maher, Chief Executive Officer, Aussie Broadband
John Paitaridis, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, CyberCX
Professor Genevieve Bell AO FTSE FAHA, Vice-Chancellor and President, Australian National University
Alana Newbrook, Chief Executive Officer, Systra