Andrew N. Liveris AO is a globally recognised business leader whose five-decade career spans the industrial, energy and manufacturing sectors. Born in Darwin, Australia, and a First Class Honours graduate in Chemical Engineering from the University of Queensland, he joined The Dow Chemical Company in 1976 and rose through manufacturing, engineering, sales and business leadership roles in Asia-Pacific and North America. He was appointed CEO in 2004 and Chairman in 2006, leading Dow through a major transformation that included the US$19 billion acquisition of Rohm and Haas and the creation of Sadara Chemical Company, a joint venture with Saudi Aramco. Mr Liveris has advised three U.S. Presidents on manufacturing and industrial policy and has served Australian governments in senior advisory capacities on energy, infrastructure and industry. He is the author of Make It in America, a widely cited blueprint for revitalising domestic manufacturing. He currently serves on the Boards of IBM, Saudi Aramco and Worley Ltd (Deputy Chair), among others, and is President of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games Organising Committee. He is a past Honoree of the American Australian Association in recognition of his leadership and enduring contribution to the U.S.–Australia partnership.

      Erin joined the American Australian Association in October of 2020 as SVP Business Engagement, Partnerships & Development. Erin oversees the AAA Business Council, strategic partnerships and leads corporate sponsorship and fundraising efforts. Previously Erin ran the G’Day USA program under the Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and will continue to oversee the G’Day program as it transitions to fall under the umbrella of the AAA. Erin is based in Los Angeles, CA.

      Eddie comes to the American Australian Association from the world of entertainment; both as an actor and a producer/educator. Eddie holds a BA from the West Australia Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA), where he studied musical theatre. He went on to produce independent theatre in Sydney and Melbourne, taught extensively at NIDA and also appeared in main-stage musicals incl. Wicked, The Book of Mormon, Spring Awakening. Since moving to the US, he has appeared in two Broadway shows and is now thrilled to starting this new chapter with the Association, leading and growing their event calendar and managing the state-of-the-art Murdoch Center in Midtown Manhattan.

      Rollette joined the Association in July of 2010. His responsibility includes managing Technology Infrastructure of the Association as well as the office vendors, company insurance and benefits. Rollette is also responsible for managing the Association’s Student Exchange Visitors Program of the Department of State. He has held multiple backup roles inside the Association, such as Events, Finance, Operations and Education programs and has been very flexible in helping out the Team. Before joining the Association, he worked as a Systems Manager, managing the IT system of the company's multiple sites in the US and in the Philippines. Rollette has a Bachelor's degree in Electronics and Communications Engineering at the University of Santo Tomas in Manila.

      Mike manages the finance function of the American Australian Association. He joined the association in 2023, moving from Melbourne to New York. Mike previously worked in public practice accounting, helping clients achieve their business goals..

      Based in Cambridge, MA, Louisa Teo oversees the American Australian Association's programs in New England. She is a graduate of the Boston University Questrom School of Business and Sydney University. She joined the American Australian Association in 2008 and since 2015 has also served as Secretary of the Australian Universities & Schools USA Foundation.

Maddy Warrell is Manager of Media & Creative at the American Australian Association, where she leads visual storytelling, branded content, and creative production across the organization’s events, digital platforms, and campaigns. Since joining the Association, she has produced and supported more than 300 programs, overseeing large-scale event visuals, print collateral, and social media content while shaping the Association’s creative voice. Originally from Melbourne, Australia, Maddy holds a BA from Barnard College of Columbia University in Political Science, with minors in English and Economics.

Danica Sharma is the Associate Media & Communications Specialist at the American Australian Association, where she supports the organisation’s media strategy, digital communications, and cross‑platform storytelling. Her work spans event coverage, social media content, member communications, and brand voice development across the Association’s programs and initiatives. Originally from Sydney, Australia, Danica embodies the Association’s mission firsthand, an Australian who relocated to New York to pursue professional opportunity, growth, and creative impact. Before joining the Association, she worked in marketing and social media, developing skills in communications, content strategy, and digital storytelling. Danica holds a BA in English and a Master of Teaching Primary from Western Sydney University and brings a cross‑cultural perspective to her work, helping elevate the voices, stories, and achievements of Australians building careers in the United States.

Emily Britt is the Assistant to the President of the Association, the Honourable Steven Marshall AO. Emily moved to New York with her family from Christchurch, New Zealand in 2014 to pursue a career in performing. She received a BFA in Musical Theatre from Syracuse University and was one of the youngest contestants to be selected for the top ten in the social media competition ‘The Search for Roxie’ for CHICAGO The Musical on Broadway.

      Will Fairweather is our Events and Venue Associate. Originally from Brisbane, Australia, William moved to the US to study a combined Bachelor of Business Administration and Political Science from Northeastern University in Boston. He has previously worked for the Massachusetts State Government in a regulatory capacity. He joined the team in June of 2025 as an intern and is very excited to expand his knowledge and experience at the American Australian Association.

Libbi is the National Director of Programmes & Philanthropy in Australia where she is responsible for fundraising efforts nationally. Prior to this she was Chief Operating Officer of the Association in the New York Office, overseeing operations of the organization, along with the Arts and Education pillars. Before joining the Association, Libbi worked across a variety of sectors including arts, law, communications, non-profit and government and has previously held positions at Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), Foundation Theatres Sydney and within the Australian Government. Libbi holds a Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Media & Communication from the Queensland University of Technology and a Bachelor of Musical Theatre from the Queensland Conservatorium of Music.