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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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”
“Awesome day of speakers! Insightful topics and relevant, just a great day!”
“Great to get away and clear the head, to learn and connect without distraction”
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
