Episode 320: Lynette Apostolou, CEO of Jackson Teece on diversity, technology and how changes in the industry should be embraced

Lynette Apostolou, CEO of Jackson Teece, brings more than 30 years of experience in architecture and practice leadership and is a committed mentor and advocate for inclusion within the profession. 

She began in architecture and design, then moved through the public and construction sectors into the commercial operations of architectural practices, giving her a complete view of a project, from design and delivery to the business behind it.

Lynette leads the practice’s growth and its engagement with the wider community. She is a committed mentor to students and emerging designers, including through the Australian Institute of Architects and NAWIC programs, and established the practice’s EDI committee to build an inclusive workplace. She also supports Parlour, a research-based advocacy organisation working to improve equity in architecture and the built environment professions.

In this interview with guest host and former Architecture & Design deputy editor Jarrod Reedie, Lynette talks about the changes and challenges in the design sector and how having the right level of training, diversity and positivity can be the difference between thriving and just surviving in the Brave New World of design.