Cheryne left a budding career in law to dedicate her efforts to improving the lives of others facing challenges in Australia and abroad. Already she has inspired many with her strategic leadership in the development of sustainable programs that are directly impacting social issues like poverty, malnutrition, access to healthcare and homelessness due to domestic violence in Sydney. Cheryne manages teams in Australia and Cambodia, and coordinates programs in 10+ different countries from an office in Yagoona.

The Committee for Sydney's annual Sydney Awards recognise the achievements of people whose impact drives Sydney to be a vibrant, thriving city.

The Emerging Leader Award 2023 is proudly supported by KPMG.