As technology rapidly evolves, the role of AI in Business has become a pivotal topic for decision-makers across industries. To help you stay ahead of the curve, the NCCA, in partnership with KPMG Melbourne, invites you to an exclusive evening where experts will explore how AI is revolutionising the business landscape, driving innovation, and reshaping strategies.

Join us on Tuesday, the 29th of October for this dynamic panel discussion. It's an evening full of sharing experiences, engaging discussions and creating connections. 

This event offers not only a chance to deepen your understanding of AI’s role in business and allows you to interact with our experts, but also an opportunity to network with like-minded professionals. It’s a chance to gain expert insights that could influence your organisation’s strategic direction and to connect with peers and leaders who are navigating the same challenges.

 

Meet our renowned AI expert panelists

Phil Thornley

Partner, Data & Cloud, Global Data/Analytics & Emerging Technologies, KPMG

    

With over 25 years of experience, Phil advises global companies on data and cloud strategy, assessing maturity and guiding tech transformations across industries like telecom, utilities, and insurance. He specializes in revenue assurance, optimisation, cognitive contract management, strategic analysis, automation, and trustworthy AI. Prior to KPMG, Phil drove revenue growth, cost efficiency, and customer satisfaction through emerging technologies.

 

Prabash Galagedara

General Manager Product Development (Data & AI), Telstra

    

Prabash is a visionary optimist with over 15 years of experience in driving strategic and operational transformation across diverse industries and regions. A Chartered Accountant, he blends strategy, innovation, and execution to deliver measurable business outcomes. His expertise spans data, AI, digital identity, cybersecurity, and privacy, with a strong focus on scalable change management, high-performance leadership, and sustainable growth. Known for applying his unique "Functional Fixedness" methodology, Prabash helps businesses achieve revenue growth and transformation by challenging traditional approaches.

 

Sander van den Berg

Chief Technology Officer, AIA Australia

    

With over 20 years of experience in insurance operations and technology transformations, Sander joined AIA Group in 2020, leading data governance and AI strategy initiatives. Previously, he held senior roles at IBM, CGI, DXC, PwC, and Deloitte, advising on strategy and technology. His roles at PwC and Deloitte involved advising international insurers on strategy and technology. Before joining AIA, he was a Partner at Deloitte, leading its insurance technology practice. Sander has extensive expertise in AI, data governance and technology in insurance.

 

Thomas Maas

Head of Data & AI Transformation, Mantel Group

    

Thomas leads the Data & AI transformation practice at Mantel Group, Australia's largest privately owned technology services provider in Digital, Cloud, Cyber, and Data + AI. Previously, Thomas worked at the Strategy & Policy department of the Dutch Central Bank, at the corporate strategy team of SNS REAAL (now De Volksbank), as senior consultant for FinTech consultancy FinCog, and as independent management & analytics consultant in Europe. He holds a Msc from Utrecht University in International Financial Economics. Thomas has a strong background and focus on data-centric and responsible AI, ranging from more traditional forecasting and anomaly detection through to computer vision and generative AI.

 

Event details 

Date: Tuesday 29 October

Time: 5.30PM - 8.30PM

Location: KPMG, Tower Two, Level 36/727 Collins St, Docklands VIC 3008

Members: $45 incl. GST*

Non-members: $75 incl. GST*

Ticket price includes drinks and snacks.

 

Don't miss this opportunity to expand your network, gain valuable knowledge, and forge meaningful connections within the Dutch and Australian business communities.

We look forward to welcoming you on the 29th of October!

 

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