Heidi Dugan

Heidi Dugan — CEO | Board Director | Global Ambassador for Queensland

Heidi Dugan is a globally recognised Australian leader, media personality, and international connector — best known as the first foreign TV host in China, reaching over six million viewers daily and driving multi-million-dollar live sales on national television.

As CEO of Arete Group, Heidi has helped leading international brands and government bodies expand successfully across Asia, shaping strategies that bridge business, culture, and influence. She serves as Chair of AustCham Shanghai and Board Director at the University of Southern Queensland, where she drives initiatives that strengthen international collaboration and trade.

Appointed as the Global Ambassador for Queensland, Heidi champions the state’s business, trade, and investment opportunities on the world stage. She is also the creator of The Power of Presence, a leadership framework empowering executives and entrepreneurs to communicate with authority, build trust, and command any room — from the boardroom to the global stage.

Respected for her ability to unite East and West, Heidi continues to influence business, media, and leadership conversations across Australia and China, inspiring others to step into their own power with clarity, confidence, and purpose.