Dr Kate Gwynne

Unlocking new possibilities with emerging technologies

Kate has extensive experience across APAC, USA and Europe delivering creative + innovative digital solutions for global organisations [M&C Saatchi, BBDO, Dentsu Mcgarrybowen; clients: Optus, FedEx, Verizon, Canon, Omega Watches, Net-A-Porter].

Recently awarded a PhD in emerging technologies [AI/XR/web3] from UNSW, Kate possesses deep knowledge and expertise in ethical and human-centric applications of technologies in a diversity of contents.

Before her time in academia, Kate worked in leading global agencies in Sydney, New York and London. As a digital strategist, she was a key player in the establishment of Dentsu mcgarrybowen’s social media capabilities in their New York office. Progressing to a senior role, she was transferred to the London office to set-up their social media practice, which resulted in various new business wins.

She is currently working with organisations to unlock new possibilities and benefits across the employee and customer experience using AI technologies.

Kates writing on the intersection of the arts and technology has also appeared in Guardian, The Conversation, and in the book “Creating Digitally“, published by Springer in December 2023.

Specialities.

  • As a PhD-level researcher, with extensive experience in digital strategy, Kate is an invaluable strategic adviser to senior stakeholders, turning complex problems into clear, strategic solutions.

  • Kate excels at engaging internal and external stakeholders to drive forward innovative solutions which deliver business outcomes.

  • With a PhD in emerging technologies, Kate possess deep insights into ethical and human-centric applications of technologies in a variety of industries and contexts.

  • Kate has extensive experience researching, planning, managing and delivering complex digital projects. She has an empathetic and collaborative leadership style and works effectively with diverse teams to drive successful digital innovation outcomes.

  • Kate thrives in ambiguous and fast moving environments. She draws on diverse resources learned through professional experience and the challenges of PhD research, to navigate an effective path through uncertainty.

  • Kate is a published writer, and enjoys public speaking engagements, such as a talk she gave on immersion, emotion and the future of design, at Sydney Design Thinking 2024. She applies her storytelling skills to deliver compelling presentations and inspire new ways of thinking about topical concepts.

  • With extensive experience in customer engagement through her work in advertising, as well as PhD research focused on ethical and interdisciplinary design methodologies, Kate is adept in delivering human-centric solutions using emerging technologies.