Vanessa Campbell is the Director of Innovation Precincts at The University of Melbourne. With over 15 years of experience in innovation district development, Vanessa has established herself as a collaborative and visionary leader, making significant contributions to projects across the Parkville Biomedical Precinct, Monash Technology Precinct and Melbourne Innovation District.
Her work has garnered both professional and academic recognition, and has positioned Vanessa as a thought-leader in the precinct development and partnerships space across Australia. Vanessa has worked across the private and public sectors and has a tru passion for forging connections between industry and academia to drive innovation forward.
Currently serving as Director of Innovation Precincts at the University of Melbourne, Vanessa is responsible for fostering dynamic innovation ecosystems and assets. Her work drives substantial economic benefits for Victoria, including new business formation, job creation, research advancements, and community engagement.
