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Meet Michelle Shepherd
Michelle Shepherd has spent more than three decades at the intersection of energy, regulation and public policy, helping shape an industry that sits at the centre of Australia’s economic and environmental future.
As Chair of Synergy and Territory Generation, Michelle has had a front-row seat to the transformation of the energy sector, from market deregulation in the 1990s to today’s focus on decarbonisation, affordability and energy security. In this episode of The Company We Keep, she reflects on the lessons learned across government, listed companies, private equity-backed businesses and board leadership roles.
Michelle shares her views on leading through uncertainty, why diverse perspectives are critical in periods of rapid change, and the importance of balancing long-term energy transition goals with the immediate needs of customers and communities.
Along the way, she discusses governance, stakeholder engagement, community involvement and the leadership principles that have guided her career. Whether talking about the future of energy, the role of boards or the importance of bringing people with you on the journey, Michelle’s message is clear: stay curious, keep listening, and never assume that yesterday’s solutions will solve tomorrow’s challenges.
