--- title: ITN_State of Data&AI breakfast launch --- ![ITN_State_of_Data&AI logo - Edited](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hubfs/ITN_State_of_Data%26AI%20logo%20-%20Edited.png) ![calendar](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/calendar.png?width=100&height=100&name=calendar.png "calendar") Thursday 10th July, 2025 ![map](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/map.png?width=100&height=100&name=map.png "map") NEXTDC Sydney Data Centre  2 Broadcast Way, Artarmon, NSW, 2064 ![clock](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/clock.png?width=100&height=100&name=clock.png "clock") 7:45am - 11:00am [REGISTRATION CLOSED](https://pages.itnews.com.au/itn_stateofdataandai-breakfast-launch#Register) [CONTACT TO SPONSOR](mailto:jborquaye@nextmedia.com.au) [![420199-remotelogo_h_purple-785b9d-original-1646241812](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/420199-remotelogo_h_purple-785b9d-original-1646241812.png?width=290&name=420199-remotelogo_h_purple-785b9d-original-1646241812.png "420199-remotelogo_h_purple-785b9d-original-1646241812")](https://remote.com/) [![Jamf_color](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Jamf_color.png?width=315&height=100&name=Jamf_color.png "Jamf_color")](https://www.jamf.com/) [![QualtricsXM](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/QualtricsXM.png?width=315&height=100&name=QualtricsXM.png "QualtricsXM")](https://www.qualtrics.com/au/) ![4-Apr-12-2023-12-06-40-3620-AM](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/4-Apr-12-2023-12-06-40-3620-AM.png?width=310&name=4-Apr-12-2023-12-06-40-3620-AM.png "4-Apr-12-2023-12-06-40-3620-AM") ![5-1](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/5-1.png?width=310&name=5-1.png "5-1") ![2-Apr-12-2023-12-09-38-7326-AM](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/2-Apr-12-2023-12-09-38-7326-AM.png?width=310&name=2-Apr-12-2023-12-09-38-7326-AM.png "2-Apr-12-2023-12-09-38-7326-AM") ![MicrosoftTeams-image (178)](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/MicrosoftTeams-image%20(178).png?width=1500&name=MicrosoftTeams-image%20(178).png "MicrosoftTeams-image (178)") ## Research Partner: [![QualtricsXM](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/QualtricsXM.png?width=378&height=120&name=QualtricsXM.png "QualtricsXM")](https://www.qualtrics.com/) # Proudly sponsored by [![NextDC_logo](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/NextDC_logo.png?width=161&height=120&name=NextDC_logo.png "NextDC_logo")](https://www.nextdc.com/) [![images (5)-1](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/images%20(5)-1.png?width=300&height=65&name=images%20(5)-1.png "images (5)-1")](https://www.nextdc.com/) [![Airia-Logo-CMYK_Full-Color-tagline](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Airia-Logo-CMYK_Full-Color-tagline.jpg?width=300&height=114&name=Airia-Logo-CMYK_Full-Color-tagline.jpg "Airia-Logo-CMYK_Full-Color-tagline")](https://www.nextdc.com/) In an era where data drives innovation and artificial intelligence transforms industries, organisations are reimagining how they leverage these powerful tools to stay competitive. This year’s report will explore how CIOs and cross-functional c-suite leaders can navigate the intersection of data and AI to unlock new opportunities, while addressing the complexities of governance, security, and ethical responsibility.  ![Untitled design (78)-2](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(78)-2.webp?width=150&height=150&name=Untitled%20design%20(78)-2.webp "Untitled design (78)-2") **Scaling AI** Examine how organisations are expanding their AI initiatives, moving beyond proofs of concept to deploy scalable solutions that deliver tangible business outcomes. ![Untitled design (79)-1](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(79)-1.webp?width=150&height=150&name=Untitled%20design%20(79)-1.webp "Untitled design (79)-1") **Model or a service selection** Provide guidance on choosing the right AI models and services for specific organisational needs, balancing innovation with cost-efficiency and performance.  ![Untitled design (80)-2](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(80)-2.webp?width=150&height=150&name=Untitled%20design%20(80)-2.webp "Untitled design (80)-2") **Security and privacy** Highlight the importance of safeguarding data and AI systems, addressing challenges such as compliance, ethical risks, and evolving threats. ## Speakers: ![Kate Carruthers](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Kate%20Carruthers.png?width=300&height=300&name=Kate%20Carruthers.png "Kate Carruthers") **Kate Carruthers** Head of Data, Analytics and AI ** Australian Institute of Company Directors** ![Rachna Gandhi](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Rachna%20Gandhi.png?width=300&height=300&name=Rachna%20Gandhi.png "Rachna Gandhi") **Dr Rachna Gandhi** Former Group Chief Digital, Data and AI Officer **Ramsay Health Care** ![Steve Anderton ](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Kurt%20(2).png?width=300&height=300&name=Kurt%20(2).png "Steve Anderton ") **Steve Anderton** Head of Digital Solutions **Brennan** ![Andrew ](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Andre.png?width=300&height=300&name=Andre.png "Andrew ") **Andrew  Spiegelman** Head of Data & Analytics **Service NSW** ![Richard Davies](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Richard%20Davies.png?width=300&height=300&name=Richard%20Davies.png "Richard Davies") **Richard Davies** Regional Lead ANZ **AIRIA** ![Kristopher Lopez](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Kristopher%20Lopez.png?width=300&height=300&name=Kristopher%20Lopez.png "Kristopher Lopez") **Kristopher Lopez** Head of AI **PetSure** ![Susan Gibson](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Susan%20Gibson.png?width=600&height=600&name=Susan%20Gibson.png "Susan Gibson") **Susan Gibson** Head of Data Analytics and AI **UTS** ![Chris Grisdale (1)](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Chris%20Grisdale%20(1).png?width=600&height=600&name=Chris%20Grisdale%20(1).png "Chris Grisdale (1)") **Chris Grisdale** Head of Information Security **hipages** ![speakers (43)](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/speakers%20(43).png?width=600&height=600&name=speakers%20(43).png "speakers (43)") **Jihad Zein** Global Head of GRC, Information Technology **Toll Group** ![Chris Grisdale (3)](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Chris%20Grisdale%20(3).png?width=600&height=600&name=Chris%20Grisdale%20(3).png "Chris Grisdale (3)") **Andrew Hottes** Chief Digital Information Officer **Cranbrook School** ![Angus](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Angus.png?width=600&height=600&name=Angus.png "Angus") **Angus Barron** Head of Engineering & Customer Development **NEXTDC** ![Eleanor Dickinson-1](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Eleanor%20Dickinson-1.png?width=300&height=300&name=Eleanor%20Dickinson-1.png "Eleanor Dickinson-1") **Eleanor Dickinson** Associate Editor **iTnews** ![Velvet-Belle Templeman-1](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Velvet-Belle%20Templeman-1.png?width=600&height=600&name=Velvet-Belle%20Templeman-1.png "Velvet-Belle Templeman-1") **Velvet-Belle Templeman** Publishing Director **iTnews** ## Agenda | **7:45am** | Arrival, networking and breakfast | | --- | --- | | **8:30am** | Welcome address by Digital Nation Australia editor – Athina Mallis & commercial editor – Velvet-Belle Templeman | | **8:45am** | **Panel 1** – Impact of digital on Marketing/CX + audience Q&A | | **9:15am** | **Panel 2** – Impact of digital on HR/EX + audience Q&A | | **9:45am** | **Panel 3** – Impact of digital on Finance + audience Q&A | | **10:15am** | Closing remarks & networking | | **10:30am** | Finish |   | **7:45am** | Arrival, Networking and Breakfast | | --- | --- | | **8:30am** | Welcome address by Publishing Director – Velvet-Belle Templeman | | **8:40am** | **Panel 1:** Scaling AI | | **9:00am** | **Panel 2:** Model or service selection | | **9:20am** | **Panel 3:** Security and privacy  | | **9:40am** | Fireside chat | | **9:50am** | Closing remarks | | **9:50am** | Data centre tour or additional networking |   ## Event details: ![calendar](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/calendar.png?width=100&height=100&name=calendar.png "calendar") **Thursday, 10th July 2025** ![map](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/map.png?width=100&height=100&name=map.png "map") NextDC Sydney Data Centre 2 Broadcast Way, Artarmon NSW 2064 ![clock](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/clock.png?width=100&name=clock.png "clock") **7:45am - 11:00am** ![CRN Channel Meet 19 July 2022 by Homepix Photography 0036](https://21321196.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/21321196/hubfs/CRN%20Channel%20Meet%2019%20July%202022%20by%20Homepix%20Photography%200036.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=CRN%20Channel%20Meet%2019%20July%202022%20by%20Homepix%20Photography%200036.jpg) ![CRN Channel Meet 19 July 2022 by Homepix Photography 0110](https://21321196.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/21321196/hubfs/CRN%20Channel%20Meet%2019%20July%202022%20by%20Homepix%20Photography%200110.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=CRN%20Channel%20Meet%2019%20July%202022%20by%20Homepix%20Photography%200110.jpg) ![CRN Channel Meet 19 July 2022 by Homepix Photography 0126](https://21321196.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/21321196/hubfs/CRN%20Channel%20Meet%2019%20July%202022%20by%20Homepix%20Photography%200126.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=CRN%20Channel%20Meet%2019%20July%202022%20by%20Homepix%20Photography%200126.jpg) ![CRN Channel Meet 19 July 2022 by Homepix Photography 0133](https://21321196.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/21321196/hubfs/CRN%20Channel%20Meet%2019%20July%202022%20by%20Homepix%20Photography%200133.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=CRN%20Channel%20Meet%2019%20July%202022%20by%20Homepix%20Photography%200133.jpg) ![CRN Channel Meet 19 July 2022 by Homepix Photography 0164](https://21321196.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/21321196/hubfs/CRN%20Channel%20Meet%2019%20July%202022%20by%20Homepix%20Photography%200164.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=CRN%20Channel%20Meet%2019%20July%202022%20by%20Homepix%20Photography%200164.jpg) [CONTACT TO SPONSOR](mailto:SMcDonald@nextmedia.com.au)   I have read and accept the [privacy policy](https://www.nextmedia.com.au/privacy-policy/?__hstc=35208958.37084c7130d9403ab7803179ede1a2b8.1698197021307.1709010089311.1709012092737.281&__hssc=35208958.3.1709012092737&__hsfp=190980063), [terms and conditions](https://www.nextmedia.com.au/terms-conditions/?__hstc=35208958.37084c7130d9403ab7803179ede1a2b8.1698197021307.1709010089311.1709012092737.281&__hssc=35208958.3.1709012092737&__hsfp=190980063), and [event registration terms](https://www.nextmedia.com.au/nextmedia-event-registration-terms/?__hstc=35208958.37084c7130d9403ab7803179ede1a2b8.1698197021307.1709010089311.1709012092737.281&__hssc=35208958.3.1709012092737&__hsfp=190980063) and by submitting my email address I agree to receive the iTnews newsletter and receive special offers on behalf of iTnews Australia, nextmedia and its valued partners. *Please note: attendance is not guaranteed due to limited available seats.*