Select Team

Anna Oszmiana

Co-Chief Executive Officer

I’ve been a researcher for over a decade, studying how our bodies work and develop, and an active science communicator for just as long. I’m driven by a passion for sharing science - connecting with the community, sparking curiosity, and making cutting-edge research accessible to everyone.

Brett van der Leest

Brett van der Leest

Co-Chief Executive Officer

I’m a HR Manager by profession, but I love to know how things work. That’s why I get excited about science and the research and deeper understanding it brings. I enjoy helping people reach their potential by helping them feel empowered and supported.

Timothy Gibbons

Director, Operations

I am a professional science communicator with a passion for making science accessible for everyone. I work in educational outreach, help run science festivals nationally and play a bit of jazz on the side!

Lisa Owens

Director, Strategy and Policy

I have always been enthusiastic about STEM even as a child. Graduating a chemical engineer, I have had a fortunate career managing innovative projects resulted from smart lateral thinking and to be able to promote continued research to challenge existing paradigms is exciting.

Talita Raglus

Talita Raglus

Director, Media and Communications​

As a current communications professional with a long history of working in events, I enjoy the journey of bringing people together for an event and am passionate about content creation advocating equitable and accessible STEM education.

Jen Honorica

Jen Honorica

Director, Finance

I’m a finance professional that cares about the environment. I hope that a more sustainable and equitable society can be achieved by learning and understanding our world through science and education. I love socialising with my friends, crafty things, boardgames and my many indoor plants!

Anna Chruscik

Anna Chruscik

Festival Operations Manager

I am a lecturer, researcher, animal lover, and diehard nerd. I am very passionate about science and the absolutely amazing work that is being done locally and at a national level, and want to share this with anyone and everyone who will take a moment to listen. My main goal is to see the community e…

Felicity Nelson

Strategic Partnerships Manager

I'd like to see science news make the front page everyday. I'm a science journalist and strategy consultant with an interest in frogs, stars and everything in between.

Emmanuel Ofori-Amponsah

Emmanuel Ofori-Amponsah

Media Manager

As a PhD candidate at JCU, I'm fascinated by the world of viruses. My research delves into their genetics and genomic modelling to find solutions to infections. I love sharing my passion for science in fun and exciting ways - especially over a good pint!

Daniil Christoudis

Daniil Christoudis

Merchandise and Logistics Manager

I want to help as many people as possible learn about science and what we can do with it. As I'm starting my career as a material scientist I am especially excited to share all the ways we can produce and use energy.

Dilendra Wijesekara

Dilendra Wijesekara

Communications Manager