--- title: Optimist O’Brien new CEO of Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre description: Optimist Natalie O’Brien AM is the New CEO of The Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre image: https://www.centreforoptimism.com/hubfs/Natalie%20OBrien.jpeg --- ###### [Check out Our latest insights on Optimism](https://www.centreforoptimism.com/blog) [![Centre for Optimism_Logo](https://www.centreforoptimism.com/hubfs/Centre%20for%20Optimism_Logo.svg)](https://www.centreforoptimism.com?hsLang=en) - [Home](https://www.centreforoptimism.com) - [Subscribe](https://www.centreforoptimism.com/subscribe) - [Why Optimism?](https://www.centreforoptimism.com/whyoptimism) - [What is Optimism?](https://www.centreforoptimism.com/whatisoptimism) - [The Optimism Principle](https://www.centreforoptimism.com/blog/theoptimismprinciple) - [Need Optimism?](https://www.centreforoptimism.com/services-and-workshops) - [The Optimism Workshop](https://www.centreforoptimism.com/workshop) - [Victor Perton - That Optimism Man](https://www.centreforoptimism.com/victorperton) - [Magnetic Optimism for Organisations](https://www.centreforoptimism.com/magnetic-optimism-workshops) ![Close Icon (3)](https://www.centreforoptimism.com/hubfs/Close%20Icon%20(3).svg) ![Search (2)](https://www.centreforoptimism.com/hubfs/Search%20(2).svg) ###### [Leadership](https://www.centreforoptimism.com/blog/tag/leadership) , ###### [Victoria](https://www.centreforoptimism.com/blog/tag/victoria) # Optimist O’Brien new CEO of Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre The Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre has appointed the optimistic Natalie O’Brien AM as its new Chief Executive Officer. Answering our question, "What makes you optimistic?", Natalie O'Brien told us, "What makes me optimistic? I think optimism drives positive outcomes and motivates teams." Excited about the new role, Natalie said, *“I’m excited to lead an already iconic Melbourne landmark into the next phase of growth, as the organisation’s enormous impact and benefit continues to expand across Victoria."* **The Victorian Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events Steve Dimopoulos said, "***Recognised for her contributions to Victoria’s tourism and major events sector, Natalie brings exceptional leadership and experience to Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, ensuring the organisation continues to draw the events and exhibitions that support businesses and create jobs.”* **The Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Trust Chair John Brumby AO said, "***We’re really pleased with Natalie’s appointment as CEO of MCEC. We’ve been lucky to attract an executive with the experience and skill set to lead the organisation in the years ahead. 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