Naomi Anstess
Managing Director
Naomi is a proud Aboriginal (Kamilaroi/Gamilaraay) and Torres Strait Islander (Erub/Darnley Island) woman, born, raised and educated in Darwin on Larrakia Country.
She is an experienced and tested corporate executive who has spent her life advocating for the empowerment of her people, through a diverse career in education, training, employment, corporate services and construction.
She is a mother of 4 beautiful daughters - Lilli, Pearl, Ruby and Rose - and it is for them and the future of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, that she founded SaltBlack.
Her vision of harnessing the energy of Industry 4.0 to accelerate ‘Closing the Gap’, is what brought about the idea for fusing Information Technology with culture and integrity, for futures.
Her extensive experience in workforce development, financial and contractual management, as well as strategic leadership, change management, marketing/branding and communications, Naomi is a big picture thinker and innovator.
One of her key strengths is an ability to bring key stakeholders together and a capacity to obtain support for change and innovation through direct and no-nonsense leadership.
Her career experience demonstrates an ability to lead and direct, with an excellent history in the achievement of outcomes and social impact.
Read More about Naomi’s career achievements via www.linkedin.com/in/naomi-anstess