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Dr Erin Watson

Global leader and media commentator in foreign affairs and geopolitics

Dr. Erin Watson is a globally recognized figure in public policy, business, foreign affairs, and government relations.

Currently a Director at Mandala Partners, she navigates economic and policy strategies with finesse.

With roles at the Griffith Asia Institute and the Council of Australia and Latin America Relations, she fosters international dialogue and leadership development.

Co-chairing the T20 at the G20 India in 2023 amplified her influence.

As a consultant to organizations like the UN and listed big tech firms, her expertise in geopolitics is invaluable.

Her academic journey, from Monash University to prestigious programs, underscores her intellectual depth.

In her leisure, she conquers Ironman races and enjoys sailing and tennis.

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Key Points for Dr Erin Watson

Dr Erin Watson expertise lies at the nexus of public policy, business, foreign affairs, and government relations.
Her leadership roles at Mandala Partners, Griffith Asia Institute, and the Council of Australia and Latin America Relations.
Dr Watson co-chaired the T20 at the G20 India in 2023.
Dr Watson has broad consulting experience with international organizations and listed big tech firms, coupled with academic prowess and a vibrant lifestyle.

Topics for Dr Erin Watson

Geopolitical risk and Australian business
What is going on with China? How does the Biden administration affect me? How will global conflict impact investment? In this presentation Erin unpacks the latest geopolitical developments around the world and what that means for Australian business.
Big tech, big business
Tech companies are now at the forefront of geopolitical developments including violent extremism and child safety. Erin draws on experience working with big tech to unpack some of the regulatory challenges for business in Australia.
How to win friends: building global partnerships
Drawing on years of experience building networks and initiatives across the globe, Erin offers practical insight on building global networks in politics and business to manage risk and seek out new opportunities including leveraging trade agreements across the Asia Pacific region.
Beyond the border
What are the latest global trends that haven’t hit our shores yet but need to be on our radar? A look beyond Australia’s borders at global developments including humanitarian crises, conflicts, and political developments that you should know about.
Moderator, broadcaster, MC and host
Work with Erin to host your next live event or broadcast specialising in foreign and global affairs.

Testimonials for Dr Erin Watson

Erin’s communication skills, knowledge and humility made her the obvious choice to moderate the W20 Summit’s high level ministerial session. She demonstrated her commitment to listening, reading between the lines, articulating the implication of national policies on the lives of real people in the various countries of the globe. Her leadership of that strategic session was key to its success. I knew we made the right choice by inviting her to moderate the critical ministerial session.
Chair
G20 Womens Summit, Saudi Arabia
Member
World Health Organisation Independent Panel for Pandemic Preparedness and Response

We secured Erin to deliver high-level strategic analysis to our premier Defence Department program - the Defence and Strategic Studies course. Communicating complex geopolitical scenarios in an accessible manner, Erin kept our large group engaged and wanting more! Her second to none, hands on experience and expertise in the geostrategic environment meant we received an engaging lecture which covered many elements of security and placed our audience well to navigate them in their future policy roles.
Australian War College, Canberra