Trans - Tasman Business Circle

Last week’s IBM & Red Hat roundtable in Sydney brought together an exceptional group of leaders across financial services to explore what it takes to thrive in a rapidly changing environment. As captured in Tracy's reflections, the conversation underscored the importance of balancing innovation with resilience, navigating AI responsibly, and reimagining customer trust for a digital-native future. A big thank you to our guest speakers Stevie-Ann Dovico, Sally Collins, Abdullah Khan, and Robby Brodie, and all the executives who contributed to such a rich discussion. This is what the Circle loves to do - create trusted spaces for candid dialogue on the issues that matter most.

At the Circle, we are committed to creating trusted spaces where leaders can come together around the issues shaping our future. This exclusive visit to IBM’s Global R&D Cyber Security Lab on the Gold Coast is exactly that — a chance to step behind the scenes, explore cutting-edge research, and share insights on one of today’s most pressing challenges: how to accelerate AI adoption without increasing security risk. We’re looking forward to welcoming our community of CISOs, CIOs and CROs for this rare and fascinating experience in September, alongside the Gartner Symposium/Xpo. Connect with our Group Executive Strategy & Growth Tracy Jennings to be considered for the tour.

Late last week, we had the pleasure of hosting a private roundtable on The Future of E-Commerce & Logistics: Innovation in Last-Mile Delivery, featuring Gary Starr, Executive General Manager, Parcel, Post & eCommerce Services at Australia Post. We were joined by senior executives from across sectors to explore the shifting landscape of logistics, retail and service delivery, and the opportunities and challenges of driving innovation at scale. Thank you to everyone who contributed to this timely and valuable conversation, and a special thanks to our partner, Charter Hall, for making it all possible. Dora Beara Sharron Lloyd #thecircle #transtasmanbusinesscircle #realtionships #profile #insights #thenetworkeffect #logistics #ecommerce

This week, we had the privilege of hosting an exclusive roundtable in partnership with Fortinet, featuring Jim Richberg, Fortinet’s Global Field CISO and Head of Cyber Policy in Canberra. With nearly four decades of experience — including advising two US Presidents and leading cyber strategy across 17 intelligence agencies — Jim brought deep insight, global perspective, and practical frameworks to a conversation that couldn't be more timely. Our guests, from across government and industry, engaged in a rich dialogue on the future of cyber defence, trust frameworks, and the critical role of public-private partnerships. No one was in a hurry to leave — a sign of both the quality of the discussion and the relevance of the challenges we face. Thank you to Jim for his generosity in sharing hard-won wisdom, and to Nicole Henry, Glenn Maiden, and Andrew Stevens for making this special session possible, and our Circle team Johnny Weiss and Renee Woodward. Cyber resilience is a shared responsibility — and it's conversations like this that help move us forward. Tracey Roberts Jeun Jolly

Last Spots Remaining | Join or Nominate | Best of the West! We’re down to the final places for our 2025 Women Leaders AU Executive Leadership Study Tour to WA | 30 May - 6 June. An extraordinary week-long journey designed for senior and emerging women executives. Led by the remarkable Christine Holgate, Group CEO, Team Global Express and supported by Elizabeth Broderick AO, this immersive program brings together an exceptional and diverse cohort of women leaders. The tour takes us to the heart of WA's thriving economy, offering direct access to industries and leaders driving innovation in energy, finance, infrastructure, mining, logistics, technology, sustainability, and the future of work. You are invited to join us on a journey that begins with three transformative days in Margaret River focused on cultural immersion, self-care, and connection. We’ll witness firsthand the leadership of incredible local communities and meet regional entrepreneurs, before continuing to Perth for strategic site visits, boardroom dialogues, and leadership sessions with some of Australia’s most respected voices. Tour Highlights Include: Luncheon and Fireside Chat with the Hon Julie Bishop – global leadership, diplomacy, and reinvention; a full-day private visit to Fortescue’s Christmas Creek Operations hosted by Elizabeth Gaines - exclusive access to Australia’s largest operational green hydrogen plant, the under-construction Green Metals Plant, Autonomous fleet systems, Solar Farms and Fortescue female leaders panel; Leadership Sessions with Elizabeth Broderick AO – inclusive leadership, gender equality and systems change; Leadership Masterclass with Dr. Catherine Ball – frontier tech, AI and ethical innovation; Energy, Infrastructure & Sustainability Panel; WA Mining Panel – ESG, Inclusion & the Future of Work; AI & Cybersecurity Boardroom Luncheon with Vannessa V. Van Beek, Global CISO at Fortescue; Women Shaping the Future Panel – policy, place, and purpose with Nicole Lockwood and others; Aboriginal Women in Business – culture, economic and empowerment; Modern Slavery & Corporate Transparency with Serena Grant from Walk Free and experts from Monash University addressing supply chain accountability, disclosure reform, and ethical leadership; and so much more. For further information please contact tanya.oziel@buscircle.com or noa.oziel@buscircle.com or to join us in Sydney or Melbourne for a special pre-tour Luncheon, featuring Christine and senior leaders from across the program for a chance to connect with fellow delegates, industry partners, and speakers ahead of the Tour. Sydney – Friday, 2 May | Melbourne – Monday, 5 May Don't miss out on what promises to be one of the most powerful and transformative leadership experiences of 2025. Johnny Weiss, Christina Wilson GAICD, Noa Oziel, Trans - Tasman Business Circle, Diane Smith-Gander AO, Stephanie Unwin, Nyoka Morgan, Simone Furlong, Justine Rowe, Megan Flynn, Melissa Cameron, Ann Sherry AO, Pip Marlow

We are hiring! We are looking for two driven and customer-focused Sales Associates to join our growing team — one based in Canberra and one in Sydney. If you're looking to grow your career in sales, passionate about building relationships and love being part of a supportive, high-performing team, we would love to hear from you! ✨ Great opportunity to grow your skills and network 🌏 Dynamic, inclusive culture 📍 Canberra + Sydney roles available! Know someone who’d be a great fit? Please reach out to Emily Boyle or share this post! Interested? Reach out directly or apply here - https://lnkd.in/gHF8h6Uk #hiring #salesjobs #canberrajobs #sydneyjobs #salescareers #joinourteam #thecircle #thenetworkeffect

A huge thank you to Brett Redman, Chief Executive Officer at Transgrid, for joining us as our guest speaker at this week’s Circle briefing.   Brett brought an incredible depth of insight and a strong leadership presence to the room, sparking a timely and thought-provoking discussion on the evolving energy landscape and the critical role of infrastructure in enabling a more sustainable future. His perspective as the CEO of one of Australia's key energy players was invaluable to our network of senior business leaders.   A special thank you also to Joshua Paffey of Corrs Chambers Westgarth for masterfully moderating the session. His thoughtful guidance and engaging questions helped steer a dynamic conversation that resonated deeply with our audience.   We’re proud to partner with Corrs Chambers Westgarth, Fortinet, and IBM - your ongoing support continues to make events like this possible and impactful.   The Circle briefings are all about creating space for meaningful dialogue between decision-makers, thought leaders, and industry experts. Visit our website to register for our upcoming events join the conversation. https://buscircle.com/ Johnny Weiss Tanya Oziel Dora Beara   #leadership #energytransition #businessleadership #thecircle #thenetworkeffect #executiveleadership #sustainability #infrastructure

Building on insights from the Australian Banking Association (ABA) and Trans - Tasman Business Circle Annual Economic Forecast event in February, we were delighted to host a private roundtable discussion to explore the of the key themes shaping the banking industry in 2025 on Friday last week. With expert perspectives from Vanessa Beggs (Deputy CEO, Australian Banking Association) and Bruce Speirs (COO, Bendigo & Adelaide Bank), senior leaders explored the challenges and opportunities shaping the financial sector in 2025.   As 2025 unfolds, success will depend on adaptability, technology-driven strategies, and a people-first approach. While economic uncertainties persist, forecasts suggest a stronger year ahead. Banks must balance cost control, customer engagement, and digital innovation to maintain a competitive edge. AI is enhancing efficiency and personalisation, but challenges like legacy systems, regulatory barriers, and talent shortages continue to slow large-scale adoption.   With rapid digital transformation, cybersecurity and customer trust remain top priorities, requiring stronger fraud prevention and data protection. Fintechs are drawing top talent, pushing banks to invest in leadership, engagement, and workplace flexibility. Collaboration between banks, fintechs, and regulators will be essential for driving innovation, improving customer experiences, and ensuring industry resilience.   On behalf of the Trans - Tasman Business Circle, our moderator Dora Beara and our partner Verizon Business, and our hosts, PwC we would like to thank our speakers and to all our participants for an insightful and forward-thinking discussion, which we hope to continue!   #transtasmanbusinesscircle #thecircle #banking2025 #leadership #digitaltransformation #futureoffinance

On behalf of the Trans - Tasman Business Circle and our Partner IBM, we were delighted yesterday in Melbourne to host a CEO Executive Roundtable Discussion. Australia’s clean energy transition is accelerating. The future of energy, utilities and advanced manufacturing depends on bold leadership, AI-driven innovation, and a commitment to sustainability. Our guests engaged candidly, and IBM lead a forward-looking conversation around “Shaping Australia’s Future with AI, Innovation, and Sustainability”. Represented by several industry verticals, this exclusive platform for CEOs and Senior Executives allowed for a candid dialogue on AI-powered transformation, the future of clean energy and collaboration as a competitive advantage. Immense gratitude to our two visionary leaders on the most pressing challenges and opportunities in AI, energy, and sustainability. Mark Collette, Managing Director, Energy Australia, thank you for sharing your insights and experiences across the energy sector. We are deeply humbled and extremely grateful. Jonathan Adashek, Senior Vice President, Marketing and Communications, IBM, thank you for bringing a global perspective to the local market and equally sharing IBM’s own journey and real use cases in action leveraging the adoption of AI. Moderated by Cath Gullo, Account Executive, Trans-Tasman Business Circle, together with our guests, we explored how industries are leveraging AI to drive innovation and transformation, mitigating the potential risks or unintended consequences of relying on AI in decision-making processes, customer-centric sustainability, collaboration across industries, positioning Australia globally, the significant challenges faced in implementing AI-driven initiatives and how EnergyAustralia is at the forefront of Australia’s clean energy transition. Thank you also to Ravi Kumar Mandalika and David Ellis for your insightful contributions on the day. A heartfelt thank you to our amazing Partner IBM for your collaboration and ongoing support. To our wonderful team at the Circle, Renee Woodward, Cerise Devaux, Dora Beara and Karina Gannon for bringing the magic to life in partnership with IBM. To our esteemed guests, thank you for your active engagement and contributions.   Tanya Oziel, Johnny Weiss, Emily Boyle, Sharron Lloyd

Technology as a Catalyst for Retail Transformation, cultural shifts required to embed technology at scale, the key drivers, the challenges. Customer-Centric Omni-Channel Experiences, the customer journey. Operational Efficiency and Innovation, innovative technology streamlining operations. AI, Analytics and Data Driven Insights, best practices, the challenges. Cybersecurity and Data Integrity, maintaining trust in a digitally connected retail ecosystem. Talent and Culture, fostering a collaborative culture, one that attracts, develops, and retains the skills imperative for the future of retail tech.   Key themes we explored together last Friday during the Retail Dialogue 2025. Immense gratitude to our host partner DLA Piper, our major partner Fujitsu and our supporting partners Adobe and Dynatrace. Your partnership, collaboration and engagement brought the magic of the Circle to life. To our 3 esteemed panellists, John Cox, Genevieve Elliott and Frank De Sa. Your combined experiences across many of our favourite Brands in the Australian market, as well as your practical and straight talk insights allowed for a highly interactive and engaged discussion. Bringing this platform together to engage with peers across the industry would not have been possible without your thought leadership and authenticity. On behalf of the Trans - Tasman Business Circle, we are deeply honoured and extremely grateful.   To our attending guests and those clients who participated during our Private Boardroom morning session in addition to the luncheon panel, we are incredibly humbled that you dedicated this time to spend with your peers across the Retail Industry. A platform for learning from one another, a platform for engaging with one another, a platform to share openly and with trust.   #RetailDialogue2025 #learningtogether #buildingcommunities   Tanya Oziel, Johnny Weiss, Francisco Paiva, Karina Gannon, Cerise Devaux, Sharron Lloyd, Emily Boyle, Dora Beara, 🚀 Erin T., Noa Oziel