An empathetic and visionary leader, Carol Vale is a Dunghutti entrepreneur, Supply Nation’s Indigenous Businesswoman of the Year 2024, and CEO and co-founder of Murawin, a national consultancy, specialising in Place Strategy, Research & Evaluation, & Social Impact & Engagement.

Carol’s passion, determination and commitment have driven her impressive 40-year career as a specialist in culturally safe consultation, intercultural facilitation, and participatory engagement. With a wealth of experience within the government, corporate and infrastructure sectors Carol navigates these spaces with integrity, professionalism, and influence, without compromising her values. Working tirelessly to deepen Murawin’s clients understanding and engagement with Indigenous communities, culture, and Country, Carol advocates for Indigenous people, so their interests, knowledge and ambitions are represented, respected, and realised.

Alongside her work at Murawin, Carol is a fixture on the National and International speaking circuit and a fierce advocate for First Nations women’s empowerment through business. Carol founded the Tiddas in Business program to pass on skills, knowledge and experience to other Indigenous women, building their capacity as business owners and entrepreneurs, empowering them, their families and communities through self-determination and economic independence.