About AITAI
The Australian Institute of Transformation and AI is WA's navigation system for the AI wave, a credible institute bridging research, industry, and government.
Our Purpose
Our Mission
Building a prosperous society for future generations through AI, entrepreneurship and education.
We're working to increase productivity, starting in Western Australia, to lead Australia's transition to an AI-supported economy.
Why AITAI?
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Only residential college in Australia with an AI & innovation institute
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Dual campus presence (UWA and Curtin)
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DGR status for tax-deductible donations
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Century of trusted St Catherine's reputation
Founder AITAI
"Sustainable Prosperity, via optimistic action with AI, entrepreneurship and education." — Jeroen van Dalen
St Catherine's Vision
"Where AI, entrepreneurship and education intersect to benefit Western Australia and future generations."
— St Catherine's Board
How We Work
Our Approach
Six principles shape what we say yes to — and what we say no to.
Optimistic Adoption
We build the futures we want to live in.
Move at the Pace of AI
Slowness is a trust failure.
Earned Trust
Evidence, character, follow-through.
No Paper Tigers
Adoption or nothing.
Collaborative Independence
Serious partnerships, protected independence.
Global Perspective, Australian Impact
Global frontier, Australian impact.
The People
Our Team
Meet the people driving Australia's AI transformation.
Lisa Longman
Head of Impact
Fiona Crowe
CEO @ St Cats
Minh Hoang
Policy & Global Partnerships Lead
Jeroen van Dalen
Founder & Director
Lisa Longman
Head of Impact
Justin Strharsky
Head of Research
Fiona Crowe
CEO @ St Cats
Minh Hoang
Policy & Global Partnerships Lead
Jeroen van Dalen
Founder & Director
Lisa Longman
Head of Impact
Justin Strharsky
Head of Research
Fiona Crowe
CEO @ St Cats
Working Together
Our Partners
Working together with leading organizations across industry, government, and academia.
Join the AITAI Community
Be part of Australia's AI transformation journey.
- Access exclusive research and insights
- Connect with industry leaders and innovators
- Attend member-only events and workshops
- Shape the future of AI in Australia