Ali Buchberger is an accomplished executive, having held senior positions across the space, mining, science and technology industries for more than a decade. As Director (Industry Engagement) at QUT, she leads a team of business development and commercialisation experts to create positive, real-world impact. She has driven key space initiatives including the establishment of a static test site for rockets and the development of a space robotics program at QUT, prior to which she was a diplomat with DFAT. Ali has a first class Masters degree in international relations from University of Cambridge and is an Emeritus Professor of Universidad de los Andes.