Katelyn Barakat

Katelyn Barakat has a diverse work experience in various organizations. Katelyn currently serves as the Executive Director of People & Organisational Development at the Australian Foundation for Disability (Afford), a position they have held since 2022. In 2019, they became a Board Member at WorldShare Australia. From 2021 to 2022, they worked as the General Manager of People & Culture at Relationships Australia NSW. Prior to that, they served as the Director of People & Culture at Parramatta Mission from 2015 to 2021. Katelyn also held the role of Group Human Resources Manager at Momento Hospitality in 2014. In 2010, they worked in Talent Acquisition and Communications at Luxottica Group. Additionally, they have a background in business consultancy and human resource management, providing consultancy and coaching services to small businesses from 2004 to 2011.

Katelyn Barakat's education history includes completing an Executive Leadership Program at Women & Leadership Australia in 2021-2022. In 2020, they obtained a Diploma in Strategic Leadership & Management from the Institute of Strategic Management. From 2016 to 2019, they pursued a Master's Degree in Labour Law & Relations at the University of Sydney. In 2001-2004, they earned a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) with a focus on Human Resources Management and Marketing from the University of New England (AU). Additionally, they have also completed a Masters of Labour Law & Relations at the University of Sydney, although the start and end years are unknown.