Penny is Executive Vice President, Chlor Alkali at IXOM, one of Australia and New Zealand's largest chemical manufacturing and distribution businesses, supplying essential chemicals and technology solutions to sectors including water, mining, oil and gas, food and beverage, industrial and infrastructure.
Penny has more than 20 years' experience in senior commercial and technical roles spanning technology commercialisation, manufacturing, business development, strategy, mergers and acquisitions, and general management.
Penny is passionate about strengthening Australia's sovereign chemical manufacturing capability and the critical role the chemistry industry plays in supporting public health, water security, food production, advanced manufacturing and the energy transition. As a Director of Chemistry Australia, she advocates for policies that encourage investment, foster innovation and enhance the competitiveness and sustainability of Australia's chemicals sector.
Penny holds an MBA from the Macquarie Graduate School of Management (MGSM), First Class Honours in Chemical Engineering from the University of New South Wales, and is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.