Shamsa Lea

BIO

Shamsa Lea is a former Air Force veteran with a passion for impactful change who is currently at the forefront of gender equity advisory as the National Lead at Deloitte. Her multifaceted career as an international project and contract manager, coupled with a commitment to genuine inclusivity, positions her as a mobilizer for tangible and meaningful impact. Embracing high complexity and discretion, Shamsa thrives in situations with high stakes, utilising her skills to navigate challenges and inspire movement. Her dedication to servant leadership, strategic consulting, and gender advocacy underscores her commitment to impact that matters. As a co-founder of Propel Her Australia, she actively contributes to empowering women in defence. Her background in logistics, coupled with her understanding of complex global systems, positions her as a dynamic force for positive change.

SKILLS

Leadership | Servant Leadership Advocate | Project and Contract Management | Strategy Consulting | NFP Board Directorship | Intersectional Gender Advocacy | Cultural Reform Leadership | Logistics | Systems Thinking | Ethical Supply Chains | ESG Awareness | Political Intelligence | Team Building | Positive Impact

ACHIEVEMENTS

+ Australian Air Force Veteran + Gender Equity Expert + UNSCR1325 Gender Advisor + Co-Founder of Propel Her Australia + Recognised for Complex Project Delivery in ADF + Awarded for Problem-Solving with International Partners + Expertise in Logistic Operations Globally + Inspirational Speaker on Gender-Centric Topics + Commitment to Ethical Supply Chains and ESG + Advocate for Cultural Reform and Inclusivity