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VIC | 

VIC | 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.


15

Speakers:

Feyi Akindoyeni Founding Partner, Communications, SEC Newgate Australia

Alastair MacGibbon Chief Strategy Officer, CyberCX

Jayde Richmond General Manager, National Anti-Scam Centre, Australian Competition & Consumer Commission

Liam Dillon Senior Economist, CEDA


Calendar Icon Public
Location Icon 3/31/2026 12:00:00 PM
People Icon Zinc @ Federation Square
People Icon Data | Digital economy, Marketing | PR | Media, Technology | Innovation
People Icon 3/31/2026 12:00:00 PM
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NSW | 

In conversation with Simon Draper

Join fellow leaders from across NSW's business community for a Chatham House discussion with Simon Draper, Secretary of the Premier's Department NSW.


15

Speakers:

Simon Draper Secretary, Premier's Department NSW


Calendar Icon Invite Only
Location Icon 4/9/2026 11:30:00 AM
People Icon Westpac Sydney
People Icon Economy, Government | Regulation
People Icon 4/9/2026 11:30:00 AM
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WA | 

In conversation with Michael Carey

Join fellow leaders from across Western Australia’s business community for a Chatham House discussion with Michael Carey, Director General of the Department of the Premier and Cabinet.


15

Speakers:

Michael Carey Director General, WA Department of the Premier and Cabinet


Calendar Icon Invite Only
Location Icon 4/23/2026 12:00:00 PM
People Icon Deloitte Perth
People Icon Economy, Government | Regulation
People Icon 4/23/2026 12:00:00 PM
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SA | 

In conversation with Rick Persse

Join fellow leaders from across South Australia's business community for a Chatham House discussion with Rick Persse, Chief Executive of the Department of the Premier and Cabinet.


15

Speakers:

Rick Persse Chief Executive, SA Department of the Premier and Cabinet


Calendar Icon Invite Only
Location Icon 4/28/2026 12:00:00 PM
People Icon Venue to be confirmed, Adelaide
People Icon Economy, Government | Regulation
People Icon 4/28/2026 12:00:00 PM
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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.


15

Speakers:

Jeremi Moule Secretary, Victorian Department of Premier and Cabinet


Calendar Icon Invite Only
Location Icon 4/28/2026 12:00:00 PM
People Icon Westpac Melbourne
People Icon Economy, Government | Regulation
People Icon 4/28/2026 12:00:00 PM
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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.


15

Speakers:

Feyi Akindoyeni Founding Partner, Communications, SEC Newgate Australia

Danika Adams Senior Economist, CEDA


Calendar Icon Public
Location Icon 4/29/2026 12:00:00 PM
People Icon Pan Pacific Perth
People Icon Data | Digital economy, Marketing | PR | Media, Technology | Innovation
People Icon 4/29/2026 12:00:00 PM
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VIC | 

Climate and Energy Summit 2026

CEDA’s Climate and Energy Summit 2026 will tackle the defining economic transformation of our time: the shift to a competitive net zero economy - while strengthening climate resilience and delivering sustainable outcomes.


15

Speakers:

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Calendar Icon Public
Location Icon 4/30/2026 8:20:00 AM
People Icon Sofitel Melbourne on Collins
People Icon Climate | Environment | Emissions Reduction, Energy, Government | Regulation
People Icon 4/30/2026 8:20:00 AM
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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.


15

Speakers:

Melanie Freeman , Performance Science


Calendar Icon Public
Location Icon 5/20/2026 8:00:00 AM
People Icon Venue to be confirmed, Perth
People Icon Leadership | Diversity | Inclusion
People Icon 5/20/2026 8:00:00 AM
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WA | 

In Conversation with Perth Lord Mayor

We are pleased to welcome Bruce Reynolds, Lord Mayor of Perth, for his first CEDA roundtable.


15

Speakers:

Lord Mayor Bruce Reynolds Lord Mayor, City of Perth


Calendar Icon Invite Only
Location Icon 5/20/2026 12:00:00 PM
People Icon Venue to be confirmed, Perth
People Icon Built environment | Urban Planning | Cities, Climate | Environment | Emissions Reduction
People Icon 5/20/2026 12:00:00 PM
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NSW | 

Towards equity: addressing gender and diversity barriers

CEDA, in partnership with the Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia, will explore how we can close the gender gap for good and make meaningful progress in addressing broader diversity gaps.


15

Speakers:

Professor Rae Cooper AO Director, Australian Centre for Gender Equality, University of Sydney, Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia

The Hon Jodie Harrison MP NSW Minister for Women; Seniors, and the Prevention of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault

Catherine Hunter Chief Executive Officer, Diversity Council Australia


Calendar Icon Public
Location Icon 5/20/2026 5:00:00 PM
People Icon Venue to be confirmed, Sydney
People Icon Corporate social responsibility | Social Compact, Leadership | Diversity | Inclusion, Economy, Indigenous affairs, Workforce | Skills
People Icon 5/20/2026 5:00:00 PM