Karen Halbert joined NBN Co in January 2025 as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer. She leads media and external communications, government relations, internal communications and stakeholder relations.

Karen brings more than 25 years of experience in corporate affairs roles in large, complex and dynamic organisations and across a range of sectors including aviation, tourism, mining and pharmaceuticals.

Karen's career has included senior roles at major Australian organisations including Sydney Airport and Tourism Australia.

Karen holds Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Laws degrees from the University of Adelaide.

In March 2022, Karen was appointed as a member of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Board, contributing her expertise to advancing Australia's global engagement.