Louise McCormick - Chief Executive Officer of Department of Logistics and Infrastructure

In this inspiring episode of Women Who Move Nations proudly sponsored by NEC Australia, host Michelle Bats speaks with Louise McCormick, CEO of the Department of Infrastructure and Logistics in the Northern Territory. Louise shares her remarkable journey from a bridge engineer in Queensland to one of the nation’s most influential public transport leaders. She offers candid reflections on leading large-scale reform in a geographically vast and culturally rich region, from upgrading unsealed roads and supporting remote Aboriginal communities to enhancing urban and remote bus services. Louise also dives into the critical role of soft skills in leadership, the power of mentorship, and how to build meaningful cross-border networks. Her passion for improving access and equity in mobility—especially for women and regional populations—is a powerful takeaway for all listeners. Whether you’re interested in public transport, infrastructure, or inclusive leadership, this conversation will leave you motivated to embrace opportunity and lead with authenticity.