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Thursday 15th - Friday 16th May 2025, Sydney NSW

With the iconic Sydney harbourside as your backdrop, we’re uniting Australia’s most influential and distinguished chief financial officers and chief procurement officers for the Annual Asia-Pacific CFO & CPO Forum. Join us to steer your organisation toward growth, efficiency, and a future where you are in control of the road ahead!

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A Forum like no other

With change at every turn, it’s not just about keeping up with the competition – it’s about driving the change. 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.

Get ahead of the pressing issues
Last year’s attendees reported that uncertainty, cost, competition and the economy were the biggest risks facing business leaders. Across two high-octane days, you’ll engage in thought-provoking discussions and unlock the secrets to transforming challenge into fuel for innovation.
Learn from business luminaries
Hear from the most creative and successful minds across business, science, culture, and politics to discover invaluable wisdom and practical strategies drawn from real-world experiences.
Future-proof your business
Go beyond top-line discussions and delve into the details. You’ll walk away with the advice, tools and skills to build your capabilities as a leader and drive your business forward.
Turn conversations into connections
Engage with influential C-level executives outside the boardroom to build genuine relationships that can present opportunities for professional and personal growth – and last a lifetime.

How we took the lead in 2024

Last year, the who's who of finance and procurement gathered at Victoria’s breathtaking Mornington Peninsula to gain a fresh perspective on how to take the lead in a rapidly evolving world. The feedback was outstanding with delegates rating the overall event and content 8 out of 10.

Fuel your journey towards success

The 2025 Forum is empowering you to drive the change; to leverage the challenges that come your way and turn them into opportunities; to lead with boldness and vision; to spark innovation; and to embrace agility and collaboration. Here’s what previous attendees have said about the Forum.

“Fascinating insights and leadership lessons from an exceptional group of speakers”

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“Awesome day of speakers! Insightful topics and relevant, just a great day!”

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“Great to get away and clear the head, to learn and connect without distraction”

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When
15th - 16th May 2025
Where
Ovolo Woolloomooloo
Early Bird closes
31st December 2024
Early Bird price
$2,200

Meet the 2025 Forum speakers

Our experts come from a range of backgrounds and industries, giving you a wide spectrum of experiences, perspectives and knowledge to empower you to lead with boldness, vision and cutting-edge thinking.

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    Carolyn McCann

    Group Executive (Customers and Corporate Services), Westpac

    Carolyn McCann has over two decades of experience in financial services. In her role as Group Executive, Customer and Corporate Services at Westpac she is transforming Westpac’s operations to be customer-obsessed. At the 2025 Forum, Carolyn will share her deep experience in effective brand and communication strategies, designed to drive performance and earn customer trust.

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    Phill Nosworthy

    Founder and Managing Director, Nosworthy | Thought Leader and Speaker

    Phill Nosworthy is a renowned corporate educator, thought leader and speaker, who has designed and delivered deeply impactful learning experiences for Microsoft, the AFL, Xbox, Universal Music and others for over a decade. Phill will bring his extensive knowledge on leadership, personal mastery and career growth to teach you how to craft a new approach to driving results, fulfilment and success.

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    Sally Auld

    Chief Investment Officer, NAB Private Wealth and JBWere

    With over two decades of financial expertise and experience, Sally Auld has helped many businesses across different industries flourish financially. While in her current role at JBWere, Sally is also a chair and member on many boards in Australia, such as the SCEGGS Darlinghurst Ltd. Board and Public Policy Committee of the Grattan Institute.

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    Michal Silman

    Macquarie Group

    Michael is an Executive Director at Macquarie and has held numerous roles since his commencement in 2003. Past roles have included Project Director for the Metro Martin Place Development and Head of Group Procurement. Michael is a senior real estate and sourcing professional with global expertise in real estate, procurement, offshoring and outsourcing.    Michael has extensive experience in delivering complex projects all over the world with the most recent project being the Metro Martin Place development which is a multi-billion dollar, mixed use development.

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    Milo Arne-Wilkinson

    Behavioural Scientist, ONE(n2a)

    Milo Arne-Wilkinson’s extensive experience as a behavioural scientist spans across boardrooms, elite sport teams and beyond. Her expertise is underpinned by seven degrees in cognitive and clinical neurosciences, and she recently completed a world-first project with Harvard University Neuroscience Department to discover the functions of the unconscious brain.

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    Sami Makelainen

    Research Fellow, The Institute for the Future

    Sami Makelainen is an expert in generative AI and emerging technologies, with a focus on their societal impact and building resilient systems. His career spans roles in online commerce and banking, mobile technology research at Nokia, and founding Telstra’s Strategic Foresight practice. Sami will share insights into the evolution of generative AI and strategies for businesses to adapt in 2025.

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    Chris Lynch

    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.

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    Rebecca McGrath

    Non-executive Director, Macquarie Group | Chairman, Investa Wholesale Funds Management

    Rebecca McGrath has a multitude of corporate leadership experience from some of Australia’s largest corporations, such as Macquarie Group and Investa Property Group. She has also lent her executive expertise to several businesses in the not-for-profit sector and is a volunteer mentor with Kilfinan Australia.

  • 08. Speaker Headshot - Tania Seary

    Tania Seary

    Founder and Chief Executive Officer, The Faculty, Procurious, The Source

    Tania Seary is a leading procurement and supply chain entrepreneur. Throughout her career, she has raised the profile of procurement professionals and connect its leaders on a global scale. She is a regular commentator and host of global webinars and digital events. Tania was also named ‘Influencer of the Year’ and recognised by IBM as a #NewWaytoEngageFuturist. 

Agenda highlights

The 2025 Forum is designed to inspire, challenge, and equip you with the insights and tools you need to drive change. Engage in thought-provoking discussions and learn from some of Australia’s leading voices across business, science, culture, and politics.

Navigating the business landscape

Leading economists will provide their insights into the macro and micro-economic trends and risks that you can use to calibrate your business strategies.

AI-driven automation

The future is about optimising AI to elevate you every aspect of your work. We’ll cut through the hype with actionable strategies to redefine business.

Collaboration as a competitive edge

We can no longer work in silos. We’ll unpack how leveraging collaborative relationships can accelerate innovation across business ecosystems.

Executing digital transformation

Digital transformation isn’t a buzzword—it’s a mandate. This track will focus on real-world applications, offering practical learning and strategic frameworks to meet your objectives.

Self-disruption for career agility

Staying ahead means continually reshaping your career trajectory. We’ll provide actionable strategies to help you build adaptive career paths that align with personal growth and organisational goals.

Future-proofing leadership

Get equipped with advanced leadership techniques and technology adoption strategies, to build high-impact teams that can thrive in any market.

Secure your spot and accelerate your career

Drive the change today

Now is the time for you to set a new course for your organisation, one that embraces agility, collaboration and cutting-edge thinking. Secure your spot at the 2025 Forum and get ready to lead with impact.

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Put professional growth on top of your agenda

More learning and development opportunities

We’ve got a wide range of programs and events to help you and your teams take the lead and thrive.

The Roundtable program

In today's fast-changing business environment, procurement and supply chain professionals face challenges that disrupt outdated strategies. Roundtable is a 12-month procurement learning and development program that equips you with essential skills to drive career, organisational, and global impact.

The Awards of Excellence

Join us at Melbourne's iconic Plaza Ballroom for the prestigious Awards of Excellence, celebrating outstanding procurement professionals. Enjoy an opulent evening as we announce The Faculty Awards of Excellence winners for 2025.

BRAVO Be part of something bigger

BRAVO is designed for game changers across the world who see the lack of female representation in procurement’s senior ranks and are determined to drive change. Invest in your career and join the revolution to empower all women in procurement and supply chain.

IMPACT! Procure with purpose

IMPACT! is the catalyst for a procurement revolution, bringing together purpose-driven professionals to reshape business practices for a better future. Gain the insights, confidence, and skills you need to lead purposefully and drive meaningful change in your organisation and beyond.