In this episode of The Scholars Podcast: Conversations with Inspiring Leaders, host Justin Kelly interviews Dr Karen McConalogue, Executive Director of the General Sir John Monash Foundation Leadership Academy. With over 20 years of experience as an academic and executive, Karen shares her journey of transitioning from biomedical research to leading an innovative program designed to empower Australia's brightest postgraduate scholars.

Discover how the Leadership Academy supports over 280 John Monash Scholars throughout their careers, fostering leadership skills and community impact. Karen discusses the Academy's groundbreaking approach to lifelong learning, its focus on inclusivity across diverse disciplines, and innovative programs like mentoring initiatives and the national John Monash Leadership Series.