Helena Cataldo is a senior strategic communications and engagement leader with over 20 years’ experience shaping public understanding and trust in high-pressure, contested environments. She has delivered national campaigns and reform programs across health, aged care, climate, law enforcement, and digital transformation, helping governments and organisations manage risk, influence behaviour, and drive meaningful change.
Helena specialises in translating complex policy and reform agendas into clear, compelling narratives that resonate with diverse audiences. Her expertise spans crisis and change communications, strategic storytelling, stakeholder engagement, and behaviour change leadership, underpinned by deep insight into governance and reform dynamics.
She has provided advice to senior executives, led multidisciplinary teams, and managed multi-million-dollar budgets under scrutiny. Her work consistently balances economic, reputational, and societal considerations, positioning initiatives for success where clarity and confidence are critical.