Who we are

Mikaela is the founder and CEO of Indigital and a proud Cabrogal woman of the Dharug Nation. She brings together cultural knowledge and emerging technologies to support communities and industry to work together on Country. Under her leadership, Indigital has grown into a nationally and internationally recognised organisation. Mikaela is a Fellow of ATSE, a member of the World Economic Forum Global Future Council, and a Schwab Foundation Social Innovator of the Year.

Joanna is Indigital’s Chief Operating and Financial Officer, bringing over 15 years’ experience across social enterprise, finance, and leadership. She leads strategy, financial management, and organisational design, ensuring Indigital’s growth is grounded in sustainability, care, and purpose. Joanna was the founder of the Youth Food Movement Australia and has supported organisations to navigate complexity through adaptive leadership. She is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors

Chelsea is Indigital’s Chief Relationships and Experience Officer and a proud Kaurna and Ngarrindjeri woman. She builds trusted partnerships that connect communities, corporates, and Country through long-term, reciprocal collaboration. With nearly two decades’ experience, she has led work across government and corporate sectors, including Indigenous health reform and COVID-19 response. Chelsea brings a steady, values-led approach grounded in trust, respect, and shared purpose.

Sarah is Indigital’s Chief Marketing and Social Impact Officer, bringing over 15 years’ experience across stakeholder relations, corporate affairs, and social sustainability. She leads marketing, communications, and impact, shaping how Indigital tells its story and strengthens relationships. With a background spanning Indigital, Challenger, and Stockland, Sarah brings a deep understanding of how business, culture, and community connect to deliver long-term value.

Sian is Indigital’s Mining and Materials Advisor, bringing over 20 years’ experience across sustainability and mining. She helps bridge industry, community, and Country, supporting partnerships grounded in understanding and accountability. Her career spans mine site operations to sustainability leadership at South32. Sian has contributed to global standards, including the ICMM Water Stewardship Position Paper, and brings a practical, considered approach to complex industry challenges.

Peta is Indigital’s Social Reciprocity Lead and a proud Gundangarra and Dharug woman. She leads evaluation and impact work, walking alongside communities to define success on Country and across generations. With a background in sociology and applied research, she brings both academic depth and on-Country experience. Her approach blends Indigenous Knowledge systems with research methods to ensure impact is meaningful, measurable, and grounded in reciprocity and trust.

Kerris is Indigital’s Chief Storyteller, shaping how the organisation communicates its purpose through stories of Country, community, and technology. With over 17 years’ experience across communications, media, and strategy, she has worked in government, mental health, education, and Indigenous innovation. Her work bridges complex ideas with clarity and care, helping people connect more deeply to purpose, place, and possibility.

Cass is Indigital’s Community Success Lead and a proud Cabrogal Dharug woman. She works at the intersection of culture, community, and technology, ensuring every engagement is guided by Elders and community priorities. With over 20 years’ experience across conservation, education, and community leadership, she creates spaces for meaningful connection and learning. Grounded in Yanama Budyari Gumada (“walking with good spirit”), Cass leads with care, respect, and authenticity.

Ellie is a Project Manager at Indigital, bringing structure, clarity, and care to complex programs. She oversees planning, governance, and delivery, ensuring projects align cultural priorities with practical outcomes. With a background in law, governance, and conservation, she supports strong coordination across communities and partners. Ellie holds a Bachelor of Laws (First Class Honours) and a Bachelor of International Security Studies from ANU.

Lindsay is Indigital’s Caring for Country Coordinator and a proud Guwamu/Kooma man. He leads community facilitation and program design, creating spaces where knowledge is shared with respect and community priorities guide the work. With a background in education and cultural engagement, he has worked with ARLF, National Trust Queensland, and Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary. Lindsay is completing a PhD focused on Indigenous Knowledge Systems and intergenerational knowledge sharing.

With over 25 years of experience in bookkeeping and office administration, I take pride in keeping things organised, accurate, and running smoothly behind the scenes. I enjoy creating structure, supporting teams, and making day-to-day operations easier. Outside of work, I enjoy time with family, being in nature, and photography.

Harry is a PhD candidate researching Short-finned Eels (Anguilla australis/Kooyang) in the Budj Bim cultural landscape. With a background in Environmental Science and Honours in wetland biodiversity using DNA metabarcoding, he brings strong scientific expertise and extensive project management experience.