Nicole Quinn is a distinguished public policy expert with over 25 years of experience in government affairs, strategic communications, and cybersecurity. 

As Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs (Japan and Asia Pacific) at Palo Alto Networks, she leads the region's policy advocacy. She also serves as Vice Chair of the AmCham Board of Governors (ACT), an RMIT Industry Advisory Board member for Cyber, and a Board member of The Sir Richard Williams Foundation.

Previously, Nicole served as a Ministerial Appointed Advisor in the Australian Defence portfolio, a federal Senator's Advisor, and General Manager of a national security think tank. Her career includes providing national security and strategic communications consulting for multinational organizations like NEC, AMEX, Roche, and Mitsubishi Motors. Nicole’s commitment to the Australian Defence community earned her a commendation from the Chief of Defence Force and the prestigious ARN Women in ICT Awards - Innovation.