Juli Forrest has a background in strategic leadership focusing on governance, risk, compliance and commercialisation. She has expertise in engineering, resources, and infrastructure. 

Throughout her career she has held major roles at leading firms and major groups like Downer EDI and Deloitte Consulting. In her role as CEO of Araleigh Business Growth Accelerators, Juli has been vital in guiding companies towards success, showing her management and strategic skills.

Juli is a: 

• Fellow of the Governance Institute of Australia
• member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors
• member of the Institute of Community Directors Australia. 

Beyond her career, Juli has a passion for animal welfare.