Kyriakos Gold (he/him/they/them)
Kyriakos is a polymath whose work and research focuses on communicating social impact and the value of shared resources in doing so. Their career has been driven by creating positive social impact through real-world research and enabling people and organisations to participate in shared value ecosystems.
Kyriakos has been a staunch supporter of the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras conducting substantial research related to safety, inclusion in the community, and serving as a volunteer on multiple levels of the organisation.
Kyriakos is the founder and CEO of the leading Australian social enterprise, Just Gold. They previously led the multicultural portfolio communications and events team for the Victorian Department of Premier, produced major multicultural events, and have a long-standing international broadcasting career. During their PhD research at the Centre for Social Impact, Kyriakos focused on creating a branding blueprint for the social sector, examining the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras as a case study.
Kyriakos is an Australian lawyer (non-practising) and holds a Juris Doctor and an Executive MBA, a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice, a BA in International Studies, and multiple awards and scholarships, including a commendation from NSW parliament.