Upcoming Events
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SA |
In conversation with Rick Persse
CEDA trustees are invited to hear from Rick Persse, Chief Executive of the Department of the Premier and Cabinet.
Speakers:
Rick Persse, Chief Executive, SA Department of the Premier and Cabinet
Andrew Corletto, Partner, Practice Group Leader, MinterEllison
VIC |
In conversation with Jeremi Moule
Join fellow leaders from across Victoria's business community for a Chatham House discussion with Jeremi Moule, Secretary of the Victorian Department of Premier and Cabinet.
Speakers:
Jeremi Moule, Secretary, Victorian Department of Premier and Cabinet
Jason Kambovski, Executive Director – Global Head of Public Sector, Westpac
WA |
WA | The Scam Economy | How to Manage AI-Generated Threats and Build Trust
When seeing is no longer believing, how do businesses build trust? With our world-first anti-scam laws imminent, explore how to manage the economic risks of AI-generated fraud with insights from leading communications, cyber, tech, finance and policy experts.
Speakers:
Feyi Akindoyeni, Founding Partner, Communications, SEC Newgate Australia
Audrey Pajmon, Executive Manager, Fraud Management Services, Bankwest
Philippa Costanzo, General Manager, Customer, Trust and Security, Bankwest
Danika Adams, Senior Economist, CEDA
Trish Blake, Commissioner for Consumer Protection, WA Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety
NSW |
Speakers:
Adam Copp, Chief Executive, Infrastructure Australia
Tim Reardon, Chief Commissioner, Infrastructure Australia
VIC |
Climate and Energy Summit 2026
CEDA’s Climate and Energy Summit 2026 will address the defining economic shift to a competitive net zero economy: advancing energy sovereignty in a volatile world, strengthening climate resilience and sustainable outcomes while accelerating Australia’s green transition.
Speakers:
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National |
Speakers:
Mark Dawson, Partner, Urbis
Danika Adams, Senior Economist, CEDA
QLD |
Queensland Right Skills Strategy 2025-2028
CEDA Trustees are invited to hear from Jackie Ingram, Deputy Director-General, Strategy and Skills Performance on how the Government will deliver 430,000 new jobs for the state by 2028.
Speakers:
Jackie Ingram, Deputy Director-General, Strategy and Skills Performance, Queensland Department of Trade, Employment, and Training
VIC |
Victorian State Budget address 2026
We are delighted to welcome Victorian Treasurer, the Hon. Jaclyn Symes, back to the CEDA stage to deliver the 2026 State Budget address.
Speakers:
The Hon. Jaclyn Symes, Treasurer for Victoria, Minister for Industrial Relations, and Minister for Regional Development
National |
In conversation with John Denton AO
Join CEDA as we welcome International Chamber of Commerce Secretary General, John Denton AO for a timely discussion on the evolution of the global trade landscape, and the ensuing impacts and opportunities for Australia and the Asia-Pacific region.
Speakers:
John W.H. Denton AO, Secretary General, International Chamber of Commerce
WA |
Copland Leadership Program Perth 2026
The Copland Leadership Course equips leaders with the confidence, judgement, and collaborative capability required to lead in complex environments. Participants learn alongside a diverse cohort, strengthening decision-making and leadership.
Speakers:
Melanie Freeman , Performance Science
Ashley Reid, Chief Executive Officer, Cancer Council WA
Mark Tomasz, Chief Executive Officer, Keystart
Lance Glare, Partner, Infrastructure, Government and Healthcare Client Lead Partner, WA Transport Sector, KPMG
Karen Brown, Non-Executive Chair, Purple
Rebecca Brown, Director General, WA Department of Energy and Economic Diversification
Zach Aman, Pro Vice-Chancellor (Enterprise Education), The University of Western Australia
John Ivulich, Chief Executive Officer and Country Chair, ATCO Australia
Michelle Hoad, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, North Metropolitan TAFE
Rachel Mather, Director - Consumer & Industrials, Health and Financial Institutions, Westpac
Diana Forsyth, Chair, The Bethanie Group
