Peter Rossdeutscher AM

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Chair, Industry Innovation and Science Australia Board at Industry Innovation and Science Australia

Greater Perth Area, Australia

Overview

Peter Rossdeutscher is the Independent Chair of Industry Innovation and Science Australia, leading national strategy in technology and innovation. His extensive board experience spans quantum computing, clean energy, and robotics. He holds a Masters in Marketing from Curtin University and is a Certified International Director from INSEAD.

He is a passionate advocate for economic and social inclusion, co-founding First Nations X to empower Indigenous entrepreneurs and startups. His work also involves creating STEM career pathways for young students through programs like Quantum Girls, which he previously led at the University of Western Australia.

Unique fact: Peter received a state government Platinum Award for Energy Innovation for an Automated Solar Panel Cleaning Robot.

Personality Overview

Fast-paced

Deliberate Doer

Strategic Planner

They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time.  They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together. They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily.

Topics They Care About

National Innovation Strategy
As Chair of Industry Innovation and Science Australia, he provides strategic advice to the Australian Government on research, technology, investment, and industry to build national capability.
Quantum Technology
He is the Chair of Quantum Australia, the national center focused on growing the country's quantum technology ecosystem under the National Quantum Strategy.
Indigenous Entrepreneurship
As Co-Chair and Co-Founder of First Nations X, he actively works to create economic and social impact by connecting First Nations founders with venture capital and development opportunities.

Media Appearances

Peter has no verified media appearances

Work History

2-2025
Chair, Industry Innovation and Science Australia Board at Industry Innovation and Science Australia
11-2024
Chair at Quantum Australia
9-2024
Chair and Co-Founder at Sovereign Green Compute
8-2021
Chair of the Board of Directors at Innovative Energy Solutions
12-2021
Co-Chair of the Board of Directors at First Nations X

Education

2019 - 2020
Certified International Director from INSEAD
Fellow from Australian Institute of Company Directors

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Insights For Selling To Peter

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • You can spend time on BANT (or other qualification methodology) but keep it to the point
  • Focus on the results that your product produces, expect some strategic questions in return
  • Let them know of potential risks but suggest mitigation methods alongside

DONT's

  • Don't focus too much on mutual contacts or bother about other stakeholders, focus on them
  • Don't take their patience for granted, avoid long-winding sermons
  • Don't go over them unless you are left with no other option

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Peter 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 Peter

  • 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 Peter move?

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

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

You And Peter

Personality Compatibility


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