Kate Cooper

Visionary
DISC Type : Ds

CEO & Board Director at OKX

Greater Sydney Area, Australia

Overview

Kate Cooper is the CEO of OKX Australia and Co-Chair of the Digital Economy Council of Australia, with over 25 years of experience at the intersection of technology, finance, and regulation. She has held executive roles at NAB and Westpac, guiding them through major digital transformations. People often describe her as a "changemaking force, " "inspirational, " and "tenacious. "

Australian by birth, Kate was born in Tasmania but grew up in London. She spent 15 years living in the UK before relocating with her family back to Australia in 2016. This background gives her a unique global perspective combined with local roots.

Unique fact: Kate was the UK governments first-ever Head of Social Media, where she played a pivotal role in digital transformation for major global brands.

Personality Overview

Goal-Oriented

Risk Tolerant

Objective Evaluator

They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily.  They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together. Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them.

Topics They Care About

AI in Human Systems
Her posts emphasize that human decision systems, not the technology itself, are critical for AI adoption. She chairs the AI working group at DECA, focusing on responsible adoption.
Digital Finance Reform
Actively involved in shaping policy through her leadership at DECA and OKX. She has recently commented on Australia's significant steps forward in digital-finance legislation.
Institutional Digital Assets
Her background includes leading digital asset strategies at NAB and founding Zodia Custody's APAC operations, focusing on institutional-grade infrastructure for regulated markets.

Media Appearances

Kate has no verified media appearances

Work History

1-2025
CEO & Board Director at OKX
11-2024
Co-Chair at Digital Economy Council of Australia (DECA)
1-2024 - 1-2025
CEO Australia & Head of APAC (Seconded from NAB) at Zodia Custody
1-2022 - 1-2025
Executive, Digital Assets at NAB
10-2020 - 1-2022
Head Of Innovation at NAB

Education

2021 - 2021
Company Directors Course from Australian Institute of Company Directors
2019 - 2019
Executive Program from Singularity University

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Exp : 9 Location : Greater Sydney Area, Australia Job Level : Leadership Designation : CEO & Board Director at OKX
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Insights For Selling To Kate

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Come across as a trustworthy professional and be respectful, they usually know their game
  • Let them know of potential risks but suggest mitigation methods alongside
  • Use phrases like 'your team deserves', 'best in class' etc.

DONT's

  • Don't take their patience for granted, avoid long-winding sermons
  • Don't get into pricing discussions early on, steer conversation towards proven results
  • Avoid putting conscious effort into relationship-building

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Kate is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Kate

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Kate move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Kate take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Kate

Personality Compatibility


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