Elise Wherry
About Elise Wherry
Elise Wherry serves as the National Infrastructure, Government and Healthcare Industry Lead in Management Consulting at KPMG Australia. She holds advanced degrees from the University of Melbourne and Monash University, and has extensive experience in public policy and consulting.
Work at KPMG Australia
Elise Wherry currently holds the position of National Infrastructure, Government and Healthcare Industry Lead within Management Consulting at KPMG Australia. She has been in this role since 2019. Prior to this, she served as the National Sector Leader for Education from 2015 to 2017. Additionally, she has been the Victorian Government Lead Partner since 2017, contributing to various projects and initiatives in Melbourne, Australia.
Education and Expertise
Elise Wherry has an extensive educational background. She studied at the University of Melbourne, where she earned an Executive Master of Public Administration from 2005 to 2007 and a Master of Public and International Law from 2000 to 2002. She also completed her Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Politics at Monash University from 1993 to 1996. This diverse academic foundation supports her expertise in public administration and law.
Background
Elise Wherry has a significant professional history in public service and consulting. She worked at the Department of Premier and Cabinet (Victoria) as a Senior Policy Adviser from 1997 to 2003. Following this, she served as the Director of Portfolio Services at the Department of Human Services in Victoria from 2003 to 2007. Her experience in these roles has contributed to her understanding of government operations and policy development.
Career Progression
Elise Wherry's career has progressed through various leadership roles in both the public and private sectors. After her tenure in government, she transitioned to KPMG Australia, where she has taken on multiple leadership positions. Her roles have included significant responsibilities in education and government sectors, showcasing her adaptability and expertise in management consulting.