Chief Executive Officer

Shanan is an experienced early careers leader with extensive expertise in graduate recruitment, program development, industry research and workforce trends.

Before joining AAGE’s executive team, Shanan held recruitment leadership roles in the financial services and IT sectors, including leading graduate recruitment and scholarship programs.

Her involvement with AAGE began in 2005 as a volunteer Committee Member, before joining the executive team in 2008, where she led key areas of AAGE’s research and events portfolio.

Shanan was appointed Chief Executive Officer in 2023 and now leads the AAGE’s work to strengthen member value, elevate the voice of the early careers sector and support the development of Australia’s future workforce.

Memberships and Marketing Manager

Leoni joined the AAGE in May 2014 as Memberships and Marketing Manager. Leoni has a broad marketing background including experience in event, program, project and relationship management. Her previous role was as the Events and Sponsorship Manager for Melbourne Business School where she led the Events department. Prior to this, she held several different roles within KPMG's marketing team and also has experience in the FMCG industry. Leoni graduated from the University of Melbourne

Events Manager

Olivia joined the AAGE in August 2010 to assist with the ever-expanding role of AAGE Events Coordinator. Prior to commencing, Olivia worked for Destination Event Management where she was an Account Manager involved with the coordination of large scale events, product launches, conferences & expos, as well as incentive travel. Olivia has also had experience working in the hospitality industry for many years, during which time she also completed a Bachelor of Business in Hospitality & Event Management.

Member Services and Events Coordinator

Georgia holds a background in marketing, events and social media. Her previous experience includes working within the membership team at the Australian Psychological Society (APS), Pitcher Partners and most recently as Marketing Manager and Business Developer for her family business, Get Ya Yum On. She is passionate about creating impactful experiences and events, and fostering meaningful connections within the membership community.

Insights and Engagement Project Manager

With a background in career education and workforce development, Samantha brings experience as a consultant and from her work in the NSW Department of Education, at UNSW Sydney and with NSW Minerals Council. Samantha is a firm believer in the power of data and partnerships to support meaningful outcomes for people at the earliest stages of their career journey.