Dr Kylie Hewson has a degree in biotechnology, a PhD in molecular virology and qualifications in project management, business and leadership. Kylie has worked for over 15 years in the Australian agriculture sector as a scientist, research manager, policy manager and advocate for ensuring quality science is not only produced, but also made accessible and able to be used in setting policy and achieving meaningful impact. Kylie has represented industry on several high-level cross-sectoral and government committees, with extensive experience as Chair, across issues such as biosecurity, food safety, animal health and antimicrobial stewardship. In 2022, Kylie received an Australian Biosecurity Award in the Industry category for her work coordinating biosecurity initiatives across the terrestrial livestock sector, including establishment of the Australian Animal Industries Antimicrobial Stewardship RD&E strategy. This strategy oversees several antimicrobial resistance initiatives across the livestock sector in Australia, including the Australian Veterinary Antimicrobial Stewardship Conference (AVAMS), the Animal Industries Antimicrobial Stewardship report and collaborative RD&E activities.