The CIO Executive Luncheon:
AI, Digital Transformation & The Future of Australian Healthcare is an exclusive roundtable event for CIOs, technology leaders, and healthcare stakeholders to explore AI’s transformative role in reshaping patient experiences, workforce readiness, cybersecurity, and governance in Australia’s healthcare sector.
Event Overview
The CIO Executive Luncheon is a premier gathering of Australia’s top CIOs and healthcare tech leaders to explore AI’s transformative impact on healthcare—from patient care to cybersecurity solutions—through expert-led discussions and collaborative dialogue.
AI’s Impact On Customer Experience & Healthcare Innovation
In this topic, we will explore how Artificial Intelligence is reshaping customer engagement and driving innovation in healthcare—from virtual assistants enhancing service delivery to predictive analytics transforming patient care.
Bridging the workforce skill gap through higher education
How universities are evolving to equip graduates with critical AI and digital skills, helping to close the gap between academic learning and workforce demands in an increasingly technology-driven economy.
Cybersecurity In An AI-Driven World
We will explore how the rise of AI is transforming the cybersecurity landscape—introducing new threats, amplifying risks, and requiring advanced strategies to safeguard data, systems, and trust in a rapidly evolving digital environment.
The Speakers
Thought Leaders Driving Change Across Education, Technology, and Cybersecurity
Dr. Simon Reay-Atkinson
Professor of Computer Science
Dr. Simon Reay-Atkinson is a distinguished leader, researcher, and strategist with a multifaceted career spanning defence, academia, and crisis management. His career is marked by roles such as Principal Researcher for the Royal Australian Navy, Defence Test & Evaluation Futures Director (Cyber, Spectrum & Simulation), and Adjunct Hon. Associate Professor at the University of Sydney, where he co-founded the Sydney Cyber Security Network. A Fellow of the IET and trusted advisor on cyber-AI convergence, Dr. Reay-Atkinson remains at the forefront of innovation, leveraging synthetic intelligence and ethical AI frameworks future-proof Australia’s defence and critical infrastructure against evolving global threats.
Dr. Yuchao Jiang
Lecturer at UNSW Sydney | Expert in Crowdsourcing, Research Support Systems & EdTech
Dr. Yuchao Jiang is a Lecturer at UNSW Sydney, researching how AI and crowdsourcing can enhance research and learning. She develops socio-technical systems like Rsourcer for scalable research feedback and FeedbackPulse, a GPT-powered assistant for software engineering education. Her work helps universities and researchers apply AI and collective intelligence to improve academic outcomes. Internationally recognized and widely cited, she collaborates across academia and industry to shape the future of higher education through innovative support tools.
Kersti Eesmaa
Manager, Solutions Consulting
She is celebrated for her initiatives to dismantle barriers for women in tech, mentoring emerging female leaders and promoting STEM education rooted in transparency and cyber excellence—as a blueprint for inclusive, secure digital societies. Kersti holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of Tartu and a Master’s degree with honours in Business Consultations from the Estonian Business School.
Marouane Rouicheq
Founder of NativUC
As CEO of NativUC, I spearhead digital transformation strategies that propel our clients toward their most ambitious goals. Over years of dedicated leadership, we’ve established ourselves as pioneers in digital empowerment, guiding organizations through the evolving complexities of technology with precision and vision.
Event Agenda
What to Expect: Thought-Provoking Conversations and Expert Insights Over a Curated Dining Experience
(12:00 PM – 12:30 PM)
- Networking with drinks and canapés.
- Brief introduction by the host.
(12:30 PM – 1:30 PM)
- Speaker 1 (University of Sydney): “Bridging the AI Skill Gap: Universities as Catalysts for Workforce Readiness” (15 mins).
- Speaker 2 (Dialpad Product Lead): “AI-Driven Customer Experience: Case Studies and Future Trends” (20 mins).
- Speaker 3 (Cybersecurity Expert): “Securing AI Systems: Mitigating Risks in an Automated World” (20 mins).
- Q&A panel with all speakers (15 mins).
(1:30 PM – 2:30 PM)
- Lunch
Why You Should Attend
Limited to 30 participants, this Exclusive Roundtable is a premiere opportunity to:
Explore
Explore AI’s transformative impact on patient experiences, workforce readiness, and cybersecurity in healthcare.
Engage
Engage in peer-to-peer discussions with fellow CIOs, CTOs, and academic leaders like Jeff Sacks (University of Sydney).
Discover
Discover strategies for ethical AI adoption and maintaining Australia’s competitive edge in health tech.
Network
Network with peers over a MasterChef-curated dining experience at a premium Sydney CBD venue.