Managing Director, Good Design Australia

Rachel Wye

Rachel Wye is a dynamic leader in the design industry, dedicated to championing the role of design in shaping a better world. As Managing Director of Good Design Australia and the Australian Good Design Awards, she drives the organisation’s mission to recognise, reward, and define excellence in design across industry and society.

After training as an Industrial Designer in the UK, Rachel worked with leading global design events, including London Design Festival, 100% Design, and the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. Her deep understanding of design’s transformative power has shaped her commitment to advocating for design-driven innovation and progress. She is particularly passionate about Good Design Australia’s ‘design for a better world’ message, working diligently to promote this vision both locally and internationally.

Rachel has judged award programs in Taiwan, China, and Australia and spoken at numerous international events on the value of good design and its potential for positive impact. She regularly engages with thought leaders, industry professionals, and emerging talent to drive meaningful conversations about the role of design in addressing the world’s biggest challenges.

Under her leadership, the Australian Good Design Awards continue to evolve, celebrating groundbreaking work that pushes the boundaries of creativity, functionality, and sustainability. Rachel’s unwavering dedication ensures that design excellence remains at the forefront of progress – rewarding visionaries, inspiring industries, and shaping a more thoughtful and impactful world.