Krista is a qualified urban design and planning professional, offering over 18 years’ experience across the planning and development industry. She has worked for state government and private consultancies and understands the nuances of both political oversight and business acumen in project development. She has managed projects of various type and scale, developed strategic and detailed asset plans, as well as provided governance and implementation of portfolio wide design standards. 
Krista is a strategic thinker who ‘thinks outside of the box’ to explore innovative and sustainable solutions that meet project needs now, and for the future, whilst balancing limitations of the project scope. 
She is currently a member of the AITPM Accessible Design Task Group.

Ella Dunne is currently serving as the Acting Senior Manager for Place Programs in the Active Transport and Vibrancy Branch at Transport for NSW. In this role, she leads the Safer Cities program, a substantial $30 million initiative running from 2022 to 2025, aimed at enhancing perceptions of safety in public spaces and transport hub precincts, particularly for women, girls, and gender-diverse individuals. 
As a qualified urban designer and place maker, Ella brings extensive experience across state government, local government, and the private sector. Her work is driven by a passion for creating high-quality public spaces that engage, delight, and foster connections among communities.