Responsible AI: Navigation Risk, Compliance, and Assurance

Join us for a light breakfast and a chance to network with likeminded individuals

Dr Catriona Wallace

Entrepreneur, AI and metaverse specialist, adjunct professor, digital transformation leader, and Shark on Shark Tank Australia 2023

We’re thrilled to announce our keynote speaker, Dr. Catriona Wallace – entrepreneur, AI and metaverse specialist, adjunct professor, digital transformation leader, and Shark on Shark Tank Australia 2023.

“Checkmate Humanity – The How and Why of Responsible AI”, will dive into the history, science, philosphy and current state of AI and the opportunities, risks, and ethical imperatives of adopting AI in today’s boardrooms and organisations.

This session will discuss how to develop a Responsible AI strategy for organisations and concludes with a powerful discussion of how people can step into the role of Ethical Leaders.

Who should attend this keynote? This session is designed for board members, c-suite, leaders and change-makers.

Sareena Oberoi

Principal Corporate Counsel, Microsoft

Colin Renouf

Chief Information Security Officer, Healius

Daniel Popovski

Senior Policy & Advocacy Advisor, Governance Institute of Australia

As artificial intelligence reshapes industries, robust governance frameworks are essential to balance innovation, risk, and regulatory compliance.

This panel will explore the evolving landscape of AI governance, addressing key challenges such as ethical AI deployment, regulatory expectations, risk management, and the role of boards and executives in oversight.

Experts will discuss best practices for responsible AI adoption, the implications of global regulatory trends, and strategies to align AI governance with organisational objectives. Attendees will gain insights into practical approaches for implementing governance controls while fostering AI-driven growth and resilience.

Join us for morning tea and a chance to network with likeminded individuals.

Drop into one of our product demonstrations to see how we are revolutionising the entire board and committee meeting lifecycle. See the product demonstration agenda below.

Ryan Lee

CAE, Harvey Norman

Trish Hyde

CEO, IIA Australia

Parry Birla

Group Head of Audit, Assurance and Analytics, Yancoal

Shivneal Vikash

Group BI and Analytics Manager, Snowy Hydro

Brendan Tozer

Manager, Contracts & Compliance, QBE / IIA Australia AI Working Group

As the complexity of business operations grows and regulatory expectations intensify, assurance functions are turning to Artificial Intelligence to stay ahead.

This panel brings together risk and audit thought leaders from to explore how AI is being used to enhance assurance, streamline controls testing, and deliver deeper risk insights. The discussion will highlight practical applications, early wins, cultural shifts, and the roadmap for embedding AI in integrated assurance without losing the human lens.

Join us for lunch and a chance to network with likeminded individuals.

Drop into one of our product demonstrations to see how we are revolutionising the entire board and committee meeting lifecycle.See the product demonstration agenda below.

Not ready to head back to the office just yet? Join us to expand your understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures on this unique tour of objects from the Australian Museum's collections, led by a First Nations guide.