AI Leadership Sprint and Forum

As organisations hand more work to AI, one question keeps coming up: who is actually accountable when a machine gets it wrong? The AI Leadership Forum brings together enterprise directors, government leaders, and technology delegates from across the Asia-Pacific to work through questions that sit above any single tool: how responsibility is shared, how to stay on the right side of regulation across borders, and how organisations keep the trust of their customers and communities as they scale AI. Expect a genuine exchange of ideas, not a lecture. You'll hear how leaders across Western Australia, the eastern states, and neighbouring innovation hubs are approaching the same challenges. You will leave with a clearer view of what good AI governance looks like in practice and what it should mean for the people at the top. Who this training is for: • Senior Leaders → Guide strategy and ensure responsible AI adoption. • Board Members → Oversee governance and accountability in AI use. • Public Sector Officials → Shape policy, compliance, and innovation for communities. • Decision Makers → Anyone responsible for how AI is applied across an organisation. A Full Day of AI Leadership Activities Earlier in the day, the AI Leadership Sprint will take place from 12:30 - 3:00 PM at The Platform. This hands-on, boardroom-style simulation will give participants the opportunity to challenge AI-generated outputs, clarify decision-making responsibilities and develop practical approaches to AI oversight. Explore the AI Leadership Sprint Discussion Leaders Hear from senior leaders and advisers working at the intersection of boardroom oversight, regulatory compliance, and practical AI adoption Beth Worrall Lead, AI Literacy & Inclusion - National AI Centre (DISR) Leading national adoption and skills initiatives at the National AI Centre, Beth draws on senior leadership experience at Microsoft, Santos, and Bupa. She works closely with executives to take AI governance off the page and embed practical accountability across everyday operations. Dr Eunice Sari Director - Western Australian AI Hub Advising boards and governments across Australia and Southeast Asia for over 25 years, Eunice specialises in human-centred technology and responsible AI governance. Drawing on deep experience across regional tech hubs and WA universities like Curtin and ECU, she helps leaders manage cross-border compliance and retain genuine accountability. Dr Ming Ding Group Leader, Privacy Technology - CSIRO Leading privacy technology research at CSIRO and advising the WA Government on responsible information sharing, Ming operates at the sharp end of data security and regulatory compliance. He offers boards and executive teams pragmatic guidance on handling sensitive data and keeping community trust intact as AI adoption grows. Michael Carroll Chief Data Officer - Department of Communities WA Michael leads data strategy for the WA Department of Communities, focusing on evidence-based policy and compassionate data stewardship. He provides a crucial public sector lens on governance, sharing practical insights on how organisations can adopt data-driven tools and AI while keeping community trust front and centre. Natasha Blycha CEO - Nooriam Specialising in the legal grey areas where emerging tech outpaces current regulation, Natasha designs legal frameworks for trusted AI and autonomous systems. She gives boards and senior leaders practical clarity on where liability lands, cross-border compliance, and who is ultimately accountable when a machine makes a mistake. Josh Tedjasaputra Director - Western Australian AI Hub Director at the WA AI Hub and a certified Google Sprintmaster, Josh helps leadership teams turn high-level AI policy into practical, boardroom-ready workflows. He provides a strong local WA perspective on building clear risk controls, keeping human decision-making central, and ensuring genuine accountability as organisations scale AI. Jacek Korneluk, M.Sc. Director - Spektrumlab With 20+ years of experience across healthcare, digital health, and emerging tech, Jacek helps organisations deploy complex technologies safely and practically. Drawing on his work in the WA innovation ecosystem, he gives decision-makers clear insight into managing data integrity, operational risk, and trust in automated systems. Dee Roche MBA Teaching Fellow - University of Western Australia Lecturing in UWA’s MBA program and advising boards across the Asia-Pacific, Dee specialises in executive leadership, organisational change, and AI governance. She equips directors and senior leaders with practical ways to manage accountability, oversee automated decision-making, and lead their teams through responsible AI adoption. Be part of the conversation shaping how organisations lead and integrate AI with greater accountability, confidence and trust. #SmallBusiness #CustomerExperience #AILeadership #HumanizedAI #CXInsight #Marginpreneur #BusinessGrowth #DigitalTools #CommunityEmpowerment