Simone Proft is an experienced health leader currently serving as the CEO, Ingham Institute for Applied Medical Research. With a strong background in healthcare and government sectors, Simone has led key initiatives focused on strategic and infrastructure planning, research, community engagement, and partnerships in Australia and the UK. Simone is highly skilled in leadership, healthcare, policy analysis, strategic and clinical services planning and stakeholder engagement and has a strong track record of successfully delivering transformational projects and developing robust, cohesive teams.