Meet the Futures Team!
Anna Mackie
Co-Convenor
Anna is currently studying a Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours), majoring in Politics, Philosophy and Economics, with an Assured Pathway to the Juris Doctor. She is excited to connect with students from across the state and to encourage them on their journey to discover their unique leadership styles.
Jakob Akhlil
Co-Convenor
Jakob is currently studying a Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours), majoring in Finance and Maths. He is looking forward to helping students to unpack their ideas around leadership and help them to engage with authenticity, courage and respect.
Cohen Beveridge
Logistics
Cohen is currently studying a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours), majoring in Electronic and Electrical Engineering. Cohen is excited to ensure that every student has the opportunity to participate in the conference and is supported to do so through his role as Logistics Officer.
Joshua Patrick
Funding
Joshua is currently studying a Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Specialised) with an Assured Pathway to the Doctor of Medicine. Josh looks forward to helping foster an encouraging and respectful atmosphere where students are supported to grow and challenge themselves.
Laura Panetta
Marketing
Laura is currently studying a Bachelor of Arts, majoring in Political Science and International Relations, and History – with an Assured Pathway to the Juris Doctor. Laura looks forward to helping ensure the inclusion of every student and that every student feels valued and has confidence in themselves to be a community leader.
Charlotte Swann
Engagements
Charlotte is currently studying a Bachelor of Biomedical Science. She is excited to help break down the idea that leadership can only be in formal settings, and to empower students to recognise everyday leadership is just as important as formal leadership roles, giving them the tools to be community leaders.
Stella Freeman
Oversight Director
Stella is currently studying a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and a Bachelor of Commerce. As a co-convenor for last year’s conference, Stella is looking forward to helping the 2026 Futures Team to create a program that prioritises skill development and a safe, supportive community.
Nishok Nimalan
Oversight Director
Nishok is currently studying a Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Specialised) with an Assured Pathway to the Doctor of Medicine. As a co-convenor for last year’s conference, Nishok is excited to help guide this year’s team to help them build a conference that centers respect and growth.