Kate Lyons
About Kate Lyons
Kate Lyons serves as the Group Head of Sustainability at QBE Insurance in Sydney, Australia, where she has worked since 2021. With a background in actuarial science and extensive experience in the insurance industry, she actively promotes climate action and gender diversity.
Current Role at QBE Insurance Group
Kate Lyons serves as the Group Head of Sustainability at QBE Insurance, a position she has held since 2021. Based in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, she focuses on integrating sustainable practices within the organization. Her role involves influencing climate action and addressing insurance affordability through leadership initiatives. Lyons actively participates in discussions and strategies that promote resilience in the insurance sector.
Previous Work Experience in the Insurance Industry
Before joining QBE Insurance, Kate Lyons accumulated extensive experience in the insurance industry. She worked at Suncorp Group as EM Reinsurance Strategy & Operations from 2015 to 2021. Prior to that, she was an actuary at Catlin Australia from 2010 to 2015, and at Aon Benfield from 2002 to 2010. Her career began as an Actuarial Analyst at AMP from 1996 to 1998, followed by a role as a Consulting Actuary at Tillinghast from 1998 to 2002.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Kate Lyons studied at The University of Queensland, where she earned a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) from 1992 to 1995, focusing on subjects such as Commerce, Statistics, Law, and Economics. She also attended Loreto College Coorparoo from 1987 to 1991. Additionally, she achieved Fellowship at the Actuaries Institute Australia, further solidifying her expertise in the actuarial field.
Advocacy and Community Involvement
Kate Lyons is actively involved in advocacy for climate action and gender diversity within the insurance and reinsurance sectors. She has participated in initiatives such as the Larapinta walk to support the indigenous NPY Women’s Council. Lyons also mentors other women in the industry, contributing to efforts aimed at enhancing gender diversity and empowerment.
Speaking Engagements and Industry Leadership
Kate Lyons has been invited to speak at various industry forums, where she shares her insights on climate action and resilience in the insurance sector. Her leadership roles have positioned her as an influential figure in discussions surrounding insurance affordability and sustainable practices, allowing her to contribute meaningfully to the industry's evolution.