Will Prothero

Principal

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Will is a Digital Government leader with more than 20 years of experience helping Australian governments harness technology to deliver better outcomes.
He brings deep expertise in AI, digital strategy and transformation, service design, data sharing, legislative reform, and workforce futures. Will partners with central, policy, regulatory, and service delivery agencies to shape dynamic Digital Government ecosystems and leverage technologies to deliver policy outcomes faster, more effectively, and at greater scale than ever before.

Influential work

  • Led strategy and solution design for the $200M+ Enhanced myGov program, enabling more integrated service delivery for millions of Australians 
  • Evaluated the APS-wide Copilot for Microsoft 365 trial, delivering insights that guide the safe and responsible adoption of generative AI across governments 
  • Evaluated the NSW government’s $2B+ Digital Restart Fund and Digital Assurance Framework, improving prioritisation and assurance of its digital and ICT investments 
  • Developed CSIRO’s enterprise data and digital strategy and roadmap, driving transformation for Australia’s national science organisation 
  • Delivered an evidence base and reform roadmap for Victoria’s business licensing system, reducing regulatory burden and improving efficiency for businesses and regulators 

Outside of Nous

Prior to Nous, Will built a strong foundation in government technology delivery, holding roles that combined strategic advisory and hands-on implementation. He shaped digital strategies, managed complex proposals, led major ICT projects, and oversaw service desk and quality assurance functions in the Australian Public Services. This experience sharpened his ability to bridge technical solutions with policy outcomes.

Will holds an Executive MBA from Melbourne Business School, a Bachelor of Management from the University of Canberra, and a Diploma in Information Technology (Software Development), equipping him with a rare blend of leadership, business insight, and technical capability. 

In his spare time...

Will loves exploring the outdoors with his family and friends through camping, running, mountain biking and bikepacking.