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Wednesday 13 - Thursday 14th May 2026, Melbourne


At this event, you'll discover and discuss future-focused strategies that can propel your organisation forward. This is an opportunity to forge connections with other prominent business leaders, get up to speed on the issues impacting organisations across the globe, and expand your toolkit.
Last year, the who's who of finance and procurement gathered in Sydney to gain a fresh perspective on how to drive the change in a rapidly evolving world. The feedback was outstanding with delegates rating the overall event and content 8 out of 10.
The 2026 Forum will equip you to transform challenges into opportunities; to lead with clarity and confidence; to drive meaningful innovation; and to foster agility and collaboration across your organisation. Here’s what previous attendees have said about the Forum.
“This is two days for you to pause, learn, think differently, and apply on your return – well worthwhile”

“Jammed packed event with fantastic speakers, new insights and great connections made”

“Fantastic opportunity to connect and learn”

Join the CFO & CPO Forum and place your brand at the heart of Australia’s most influential and distinguished chief financial officers and chief procurement officers. We build unique events, providing exclusive engagement opportunities and benefits for our sponsor partners. We are always open to sponsorship enquiries from organisation that share our values and have some interesting to say.
Our experts bring diverse industry experience and perspectives, empowering you to lead boldly, think strategically, and innovate with confidence.

Event MC & Principal Consultant, Talkshop Corporate Communications
Angela brings over 20 years of global experience in manufacturing and communications, including serving as General Manager of Marketing at Visy and working across IT, Marketing, Sales and Sustainability. A founding member of The Climate Project in Australia, she worked alongside The Hon. Al Gore on industry communication campaigns. In 2012, she founded Talkshop Corporate Communications, specialising in leadership communication coaching, facilitation and training, delivering engaging, high-energy sessions grounded in real-world experience.

Founder, Carman’s Kitchen
Carolyn Creswell, founder of Carman’s Kitchen, exemplifies inspirational leadership by showing it’s possible to run a multinational business while maintaining real work–life balance. Over 32 years, she has grown Carman’s into Australia’s leading muesli brand and a market leader in healthy snacks through constant innovation. Her business acumen has earned her major accolades, including the 2007 Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year and the 2012 Telstra Australian Business Woman of the Year.

Founder & CEO, Sibylline
Justin Crump founded Sibylline in 2010 and leads its strategic growth from the UK, drawing on deep expertise in global intelligence, security and risk. A former banker turned military tank commander, he served in Afghanistan, Bosnia, Iraq and Kosovo and as Aide-de-Camp to the 6th Duke of Westminster. Author of the Amazon bestseller Corporate Security Intelligence and Strategic Decision-Making, he is a trusted advisor and frequent defence commentator on major media.

EMOTOUS, EQ Analytics & Development Manager
Angela brings extensive experience in human-resource consulting and people leadership, with an optimistic, people-centric approach that clients value. An expert in adult learning, she partners with organisations to design and deliver innovative people strategies that help employees grow and build the human skills needed to lead and thrive in the modern workplace.

Senior Director – Procurement, BP Asia Pacific
Adam Tucci is a senior procurement executive with over 20 years’ experience across the mining, automotive, industrial, construction and oil & gas sectors. He has led procurement functions across global, Southeast Asia and Australia–New Zealand markets, delivering commercial value and operational improvements in complex environments. As part of the Business Leadership Team, Adam provides strategic guidance on procurement, business priorities and growth opportunities across BP’s Customer & Products, Gas & Low Carbon Energy, and Production & Operations businesses.

High Performance Coach, Keynote Speaker & Author
Sheila Vijeyarasa is a high-performance teacher who helps people bravely step into their fullest potential. A former C-Suite Finance Director, she left corporate life to pursue her calling as a resilience and self-empowerment expert. She now teaches individuals and teams to awaken their potential and transform their lives using her research-backed BRAVE Method™. Sheila is also a trauma-informed coach and mentor with lived experience, supporting executives and entrepreneurs to lead with authenticity and confidence.

Founder and Chief Executive Officer, The Faculty & Procurious
Tania Seary is a leading procurement & supply chain entrepreneur and is recognised as one of the most influential members of the global procurement & supply chain profession. Throughout her career, Tania has been wholly committed to raising the profile of the procurement and supply chain professions and connecting its leaders. She is a regular commentator and host of global webinars and digital events. She has been named “Influencer of the Year” and recognised by IBM as a #NewWaytoEngage Futurist.

Company Director, The Faculty | Former Chief Executive Officer, Transurban | Former Chief Financial Officer, Rio Tinto and BHP
During his impressive career, Chris Lynch has worked across numerous industries, such as mining and transport, in notable C-suite leadership roles. In addition to his executive roles, Chris has also served as a fellow of CPA Australia and has developed an extensive pool of economic and financial knowledge.

Founder & CEO, Frais Capital
Siobhan Blewitt brings 28 years of investment and wealth management experience to her role as Founder & CEO of Frais Capital, following senior leadership positions including Executive Director at Morgan Stanley and Partner at Baillieu Stockbroking. A Fellow of FINSIA and a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, she is committed to advancing women in finance and proudly mentors emerging leaders through Women in Banking & Finance.

Principal Advisor, Impact Spender
Matt Perfect is an expert facilitator and mentor who has made it his mission to seek out and amplify the impact of procurement at every opportunity. Drawing on 20 years of procurement and leadership experience with organisations including Ariba, NAB, Toll Group and The Faculty, Matt has a deep appreciation for the power of procurement and the responsibility that comes with it.

Senior Manager – Procurement, BP
Nick Trumble is an experienced procurement and corporate services leader with a strong record across major international organisations in energy, FMCG, insurance and banking. He has led multi-disciplinary teams across Australia and New Zealand to deliver strategic commercial outcomes and enhance operational performance. As Senior Manager, Procurement at BP, Nick aligns procurement with business strategy, strengthens stakeholder and supplier relationships, champions safety, and is recognised as a collaborative leader focused on long-term value and sustainable partnerships.

Learning and Development Manager, Procurious
Jade has over 17 years’ experience in Learning and Development, passionate about capability uplift and helping individuals reach their full potential. A dynamic facilitator, she brings deep expertise in adult learning and a proven record of designing impactful learning experiences. Jade has been recognised with the RMIT Early Years Teacher of the Year Award and the Diversity and Inclusion Award for her commitment to excellence and inclusive practice.

Software Category Manager, Ausgrid
Heather Peel is the Software Category Manager at Ausgrid, bringing almost two decades of experience negotiating high-value software agreements across enterprise and emerging SaaS vendors. Her career spans global systems integrators (DXC Technology, Wipro), end-user organisations (JP Morgan, Telstra, Ausgrid), and Alliance roles (Wipro, OpenText), giving her a rare 360° view of the software procurement lifecycle—from buyer to partner to seller.

Program Engagement & Member Experience, The Faculty
Gerard has over 15 years’ experience in learning, capability and customer experience, bringing a practical, people-focused approach to capability development across The Faculty community. He has held leadership roles at NAB, Telstra and iSelect, leading large-scale capability, leadership and customer experience initiatives. Gerard partners with CPOs, CFOs and senior leaders to align organisational needs with the right learning opportunities, supporting long-term capability building and team growth.

Procurement Tech Innovator
Pascal d’Arc is a seasoned procurement and supply chain technology executive with over 20 years’ experience driving growth, innovation, and customer success across global enterprises and high-growth start-ups. He has held senior leadership roles at JAGGAER, IBM, and SAP, shaping strategy, expanding market presence, and advancing AI and digital solutions in procurement. Pascal has a proven track record of delivering significant revenue growth by defining target markets, setting strategic direction, and enabling teams to execute at scale.

Client Listening & Insights Lead, PwC Australia
Sally has over 20 years’ experience across PwC, The Faculty, CPA Australia and RACQ, leading client and member experience, events, and engagement programs that drive real impact. She is currently PwC’s Client Listening & Insights Lead and serves on the Melbourne Theatre Company Foundation Board, fostering stronger connections between the arts, industry, and community.

Managing Director, Bartconsult Pty. Ltd.
David Bartolo is a seasoned leader in Australia’s electrical energy sector with over 30 years of experience, including 19 years in senior roles at AGL such as Hydro Principal Engineer, Head of Asset Management, Chief Engineer, and Head of Asset Intelligence. Since 2024, he has been Managing Director and Principal Consultant at Bartconsult Pty Ltd, delivering training that gives non-technical professionals a stronger technical understanding of the electricity industry. Passionate about education, David remains actively involved in advancing operational technology and asset intelligence across the sector.

Principal Consultant, Biomimicry Specialist, 6th Sense Innovation
Pia Williams is a brand and innovation strategist who blends human-centred design, biomimicry and AI to help organisations navigate complexity. As founder of 6th Sense Innovation, she has spent nearly 20 years redesigning systems and shaping distinctive customer, brand and product solutions across APAC, EMEA and the USA. One of Australia’s first certified biomimicry professionals, she integrates nature-inspired strategy with AI-supported innovation for clients including Coca-Cola, Westpac, BlueScope and Kimberly-Clark Professional. Pia also hosts Feral by Design, a podcast translating nature’s intelligence into practical tools for leadership, innovation and everyday life.

Head of Procurement
Alex is a procurement leader that works at the intersection of procurement and technology. For the past ten years, she has worked in San Francisco for leading technology organisations, driving efficiencies and adoption of new tools and technologies to support cost savings, system usage and better supplier and stakeholder experiences. As Head of Procurement at Asana, she drove cost savings and made procurement engagement simpler. At Twitter, Alex supported transformation initiatives that unified systems and processes across a global team. Having recently returned to Sydney, Alex is excited to share these experiences with Australian procurement teams.
The 2026 CFO & CPO Forum is designed to inspire and challenge you, providing the insights and tools essential for your organisation’s continued success. Engage in thought-provoking discussions and learn from some of Australia’s leading voices across business, science, culture, and politics.
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