Fenella Kernebone is a cultural curator, festival & conference director, programming strategist, moderator & professional conversation-starter.

As Head of Programming for SXSW Sydney, she helmed the largest conference in Australia and the Asia-Pacific region, working with world-class speakers and partners to create unforgettable experiences.

She's previously curated TEDxSydney and Sydney Ideas. An accomplished TV and radio presenter, podcast host, and MC, she has hosted hundreds of events spanning tech, arts, business, design, and culture.

She also coaches speakers and organisations on how to tell their stories with confidence and impact.

She serves on the board of Performance Space.