Sarah Pearson

Sarah Pearson is a distinguished leader in innovation and technology, currently serving as the Chancellor at the University of New England in Australia. With a robust portfolio of roles in tech venture capital, impact investment, and board positions, Sarah leverages her extensive expertise in science and technology to drive purposeful impact. Her career spans global executive leadership roles in FTSE 100 multinationals, venture capital, universities, and startups.Sarah's board and advisory career focuses on innovation, science, and strategy, with a strong emphasis on creating lasting economic and social impact. She has been instrumental in building startup ecosystems and empowering entrepreneurs, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region. A passionate advocate for women in STEM, Sarah holds a DPhil in particle physics from the University of Oxford and is a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering.Her publishing career includes contributions to TV, radio, books, journals, and patents, notably in cancer diagnosis and confectionery. Sarah's commitment to innovation and impact is evident in her roles with organizations like the Royal Flying Doctor Service, RACQ, and the Foreign Investment Review Board, among others.