RIMPA Live | 2026

Kylie Allen

Product Success Director, TechnologyOne

Kylie is the Product Success Director at TechnologyOne, with over 30 years’ experience in Information Management across public and private sectors. She combines deep industry expertise with a customer focused approach, helping organisations implement technology solutions that improve efficiency, compliance, and business outcomes.

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Daniel Baulch

Managing Director & Founder, Integrity Solve

: https://integritysolve.com/
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Dean Beatty

General Manager – Digital, Grace Information Management

: https://www.grace.com.au/information-governance/
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Cassandra Bisset

VP of Strategy, Objective Corporation

Cass works with public sector and regulated organisations to develop and implement technology strategies that support sustainable transformation. With a focus on establishing strong foundations for initiatives such as AI adoption and information governance, Cass helps executive and operational leaders align innovation with risk management. Her approach enables organisations to improve compliance, increase operational resilience, and build capabilities that support long-term success.

: https://www.objective.com.au/
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David Blaszkowsky

No bio provided

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Chezelle Boevink

Deputy University Secretary, James Cook University

Chezelle Boevink is the Deputy University Secretary for James Cook University, based in Townsville and has a degree in Public Sector Management, is Baseline Protected Security cleared and has completed Queensland certification in Information Privacy Act,  Privacy Complaint Management Training and Right to Information Act.

Her role at JCU includes the responsibility of the university’s Records Management obligations and system, the Secretariat Services of the Chancellor and Vice Chancellor’s Committees as well as Right to Information, Privacy and Data Protection. Prior to her role at JCU she spent 14 years working for a federal government department.

: linkedin.com/in/chezelle-buikstra-boevink-83a26a6b

Stacey Boillat CSRIM ARIM

Records Officer, Bega Valley Shire Council

: /staceyboillat/

Joanne Carlos

Project Officer, State Records Authority NSW

: https://www.nsw.gov.au/nsw-government/recordkeeping

John Chambers

Chief Executive, Archives and Records Association (UK and Ireland)

: www.archives.org.uk and https://www.araireland.ie/

Miccaeli Champness

Information Management Lead, Coal LSL

: /miccaeli-champness-2136b225a/

Anne Cornish CSRIM CRIM (Life)

CEO, RIMPA Global

Anne Cornish, CSRIM CRIM (Life), is the CEO of RIMPA Global and a highly respected leader in the information and records management profession with more than 40 years of industry experience. Beginning her career in local government before moving into consulting for both public and private sector organisations, Anne has built a strong reputation for advancing the profession, developing innovative solutions, and forming strategic partnerships. A passionate advocate for the value of information management in the digital age, she is committed to strengthening the capability and recognition of IM professionals globally.

: https://www.rimpa.com.au/
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Elizabeth Crump

Business Development Manager, TechnologyOne

Elizabeth (Lil) Crump brings a unique blend of hands-on information management experience and technology leadership to her role as Business Development Manager for ECM at TechnologyOne. Before joining TechnologyOne, she spent many years working in local government and the water sector, leading information management, privacy, records, FOI, and technology initiatives. Today, she partners with organisations across Australia and New Zealand to improve governance, accessibility, and the strategic value of information, helping them prepare for an increasingly digital and AI-enabled future.

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Debbie Cutts MBA, MITL, FRIM

Manager Corporate Information Services, Gold Corporation

Debbie completed her MBA in 2006 and recently completed her Master of IT Leadership with Deakin University. She is an Information Management (IM) leader with expertise across the full information lifecycle, including governance, records, knowledge management, information architecture, and digital enablement. She helps organisations treat information as a strategic asset, balancing compliance, risk, and regulatory obligations with accessibility and value creation.

With 30 years’ experience, Debbie has led IM strategies, frameworks, and policies aligned to organisational objectives, establishing governance structures, classification schemes, and retention and disposal controls. Partnering closely with key stakeholders, Debbie bridges business needs and technology, identifies digital opportunities, and drives change. Her pragmatic approach recognises that IM maturity depends on culture and capability.

: /debbie-cutts/

Dominic Del Giudice

Managing Director - Australia & New Zealand, Iron Mountain

Dominic Del Giudice is an accomplished business leader, board director and technology strategist with more than 25 years of experience shaping, scaling and transforming organisations across the Asia-Pacific region. He is currently Managing Director, Australia & New Zealand at Iron Mountain, where he leads the company’s ANZ business across Records Information Management, Digital Transformation, Asset Lifecycle Management and related technology services.

In his role at Iron Mountain, Dominic is focused on driving sustainable growth, strengthening customer and partner relationships, developing high-performing teams and accelerating the organisation’s go-to-market strategy across Australia and New Zealand. His leadership spans enterprise customers across government, financial services, healthcare and other highly regulated industries, with a particular focus on helping organisations manage information, technology and physical assets in an increasingly digital and AI-enabled world.

Prior to joining Iron Mountain, Dominic was the Founder and Managing Partner of SeeBenefit Consulting, an AI-focused advisory firm helping enterprises harness advanced technologies to drive operational excellence, commercial growth and sustainable impact. He has also held senior executive roles with global technology and consulting organisations, including LTIMindtree (LTM), IBM, Accenture and Capgemini.

Throughout his career, Dominic has led large-scale regional businesses and multi-billion dollar portfolios, managed complex enterprise operations and guided organisations through significant transformation. His experience includes large-scale mergers and integrations, operating model redesign, digital reinvention, AI strategy, enterprise technology transformation and complex commercial engagements.

With deep expertise in enterprise strategy, digital transformation, AI adoption and large deal execution, Dominic is recognised for building high-performing teams, strengthening governance disciplines and translating strategy into sustained commercial outcomes. He brings a pragmatic, customer-focused leadership style shaped by extensive experience working with boards, executive teams and major enterprises across the Asia-Pacific region. Dominic currently serves on the Board of the Can Too Foundation, contributing to governance, organisational strategy and long-term sustainability initiatives. He has also contributed to the community through mentoring and leadership roles across business and not-for-profit organisations.

Dominic holds an MBA and Master of Information Systems from Swinburne University and a Bachelor of Business Computing from Victoria Universty. He is an Australian and European Union citizen and holds an APEC Business Travel Card.

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Dr Vanessa Douglas-Savage

Branch Manager, Australian Government Architecture and Policy, Digital Transformation Agency, Australian Federal Government

Vanessa Douglas-Savage is a strategic leader with over two decades of experience driving digital transformation and policy innovation. Her strength lies in simplifying complexity and crafting solutions that enable progress for all stakeholders.

Vanessa leads high-performing teams to deliver forward-thinking digital strategies, governance frameworks, and enterprise architecture instruments across all aspects of digital. She is a trusted advisor to senior decision-makers, providing insights that shape digital investment priorities and improve sector-wide performance.

Vanessa has led work to deliver new digital investment governance models, overseen multimillion dollar digital programs, and provided assurance across a wide range of initiatives to meet critical timeframes, outcomes, and budgets. She is known for her ability to assess and guide technology programs through uncertainty, fostering collaborative, outcomes-focused relationships across government and industry.

Vanessa has experience in both private and public sector organisations, recently joining the Australian Public Service from the Queensland Government. She holds a PhD from Griffith University and remains passionate about the potential of technology to improve everyday life.

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Carl Duncan

General Manager, WyldLynx

Carl Duncan is General Manager at WyldLynx, an Australian information management specialist. He has extensive experience helping organisations improve records management, information governance, privacy, compliance and data risk.

Carl works across OpenText Content Management and Data Discovery solutions, Microsoft 365, translating complex technology and regulatory challenges into practical, achievable outcomes. Known for his direct, engaging style and focus on real-world challenges and lessons, he is passionate about helping professionals across records and information management, data governance, privacy, security and technology make informed choices that fit their organisation, people and priorities.

: https://wyldlynx.com.au
: /carl-duncan-08346554/

Associate Professor Nina Evans

Academic Lead, Adelaide University

: https://researchers.adelaide.edu.au/profile/nina.evans
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Chris Foley

Data and IM Lead, The Salvation Army

Chris Foley is an experienced information management professional. He has worked across multiple industry sectors and job roles, wearing such hats as: records manager, information management architect, archivist, and consultant. His current role is an IM professional with The Salvation Army where he seeks to clear the digital junkyard and champion data as a vital business resource.

Chris is also an avid consumer of science fiction and historical fiction. And when he can’t get hold of the stories he wants to read or watch, he writes and publishes his own. Combined, these two things have taught him that the future is not only coming, but it came yesterday.

: https://www.salvationarmy.org.au/
: chrisfoley101

Adelle Ford ARIM

Director, RKI Consulting Pty Ltd

Adelle Ford is a highly respected information and records management consultant and Director of RKI Consulting, with over 20 years of experience helping Australian public and private sector organisations meet complex regulatory requirements through strong information governance, digital preservation and compliant recordkeeping.

: https://records.com.au/
: adelle-ford-795a181a

Giovanni Forero MIRM

IIM Lead, Konica Minolta Business Solutions Ltd

Giovanni Forero has extensive experience assisting organisations with their information needs. With experience in United States of America, and Australia implementing information and record solutions for clients across all multiple verticals, consulting and developing information strategies to understand the information needs and behaviours of users and organisations.

With a Master on Information and Knowledge Management from UTS, he is currently in the latest stages of his Doctoral research for UTS, investigating the information practices of scientists when researching highly resistant bacteria.

Giovanni has contributed to various Information Science conferences, currently directs the Intelligent Information Management (IIM) practice at Konica Minolta, where he advises organisations to implement information solutions, from discovery to implementation and continuous improvement.

: /giovanni-forero/
: @https://x.com/gforero

Rachael Greaves

Chief Executive Officer & Co-founder | CIP CISA CISM CDPSE, Castlepoint Systems

Rachael Greaves is the Co-Founder and CEO of Castlepoint Systems, a global leader in information governance. Renowned for her expertise in compliance, cybersecurity, and records management, Rachael has received multiple industry awards, including being named one of the Top 100 Innovators in Australia three years in a row. She is a certified records manager, auditor, privacy engineer, and security manager, and is internationally recognised for her work in harnessing Explainable AI to transform how organisations manage risk, privacy, and compliance across vast datasets. Rachael regularly advises government and enterprise on responsible with her insights on ethical AI, automation, and information accountability.

: https://www.castlepoint.systems/
: rachaelgreavesstlp
: @@CastlepointSys2

Amanda Gunther

Operations Manager, EzeScan

: www.ezescan.com.au
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Mark Jeffery

Author, Speaker and Leadership Commentator, Lead Like A Father

: www.leadlikeafather.com
: /majeffery/

Angela Johnson

Senior Advisor, Data Governance, Service NSW

Angela Johnson is a highly experienced professional with 25+ years in service management, digital, and data solutions across public and private sectors. She specialises in designing governance frameworks for trusted data sharing, operational efficiency, risk reduction, and sustainable technology investment.

She has led data and AI governance for major government initiatives (Smart Cities, Data Sharing, responsible AI adoption), focusing on transparency, integrity, efficient service delivery, and enhanced cyber resilience.

As a dedicated RIMPA Global trainer, Angela empowers information specialists in Australia and New Zealand to become strategic leaders who build Digital Trust, moving beyond traditional record-keeping.

: /angela-johnson-7a01681/

Andrew Jolly

Principal Consultant, Information Management, Engage Squared

Andrew Jolly is an information management consultant specialising in Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Purview governance, working with SharePoint since 2007. He helps organisations implement practical information lifecycle controls, including information architecture, classification, retention, and compliance monitoring, while keeping solutions usable for business teams. As enterprise governance expands, Andrew also supports organisations managing information beyond Microsoft 365 across large system portfolios, translating complexity into clear decisions, achievable starting plans, and governance reporting for operational teams and executives.

: https://engagesq.com/
: andrewjolly
: @andrewjolly

Paul Kelly

Solutions Executive, RecordPoint

: https://www.recordpoint.com/
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Anna Kenna

Senior Information Management Analyst, City of Greater Geelong

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Justin Kirkby

Chief Information Security Officer & Software Developer, EzeScan

Justin Kirkby has been helping shape EzeScan’s technology for more than 15 years, turning customer challenges into practical automation and information management solutions. Starting as EzeScan’s original “tech guy” while completing his Bachelor of Information Technology, Justin has played a key role in the evolution of the company’s products and platform.

As a senior developer and technology leader, he works closely with customers and partners to design innovative solutions that simplify complex business processes, improve efficiency, and deliver real-world outcomes. Combining deep technical expertise with a passion for solving problems, Justin is dedicated to building technology that makes information easier to capture, manage, and use.

: www.ezescan.com.au

Maddison Lamont

Information Management Analyst, City of Rockingham

Maddison (Maddy) Lamont is an Information Management Analyst at the City of Rockingham, a local government located approximately 40 kilometres south-west of Perth, WA. She has worked at the City of Rockingham for the past five years, starting as a Graduate Information Management Analyst before progressing into her current role as both she and the position grew and evolved.

Maddy holds a Bachelor of Arts in Librarianship and Corporate Information Management from Curtin University. While her current passion is information management, she dreams that one day, far in the future, she will be an old lady working in a library.

Michelle Langley

Product Owner, TechnologyOne

Dominic Mauricio

Business Solutions Manager, Compu-Stor

Dominic Mauricio is a Business Solutions Manager specialising in information management, digital transformation, and modern workplace technologies. With a background spanning managed services, telecommunications, governance, and business process optimisation, he has worked with organisations across government, education, and the private sector to improve the way information is captured, managed, protected, and utilised. Dominic is particularly interested in the relationship between information governance, organisational trust, cybersecurity, and AI adoption, and advocates for collaborative approaches that bring together business, technology, and information management disciplines.

: https://compu-stor.com.au
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Kirsty McGrath

MVP | Adoption Consultant & AI Specialist, OnPoint Solutions

: http://www.onpointsolutions.com.au
: kirstymcgrath
: @https://twitter.com/KirstyMcGrath13

Andrea McIntosh

General Manager – Global Operations, Leadership Through Data

Andrea McIntosh, an experienced leader, consultant and trainer with over 25 years across information management, IT, leadership and change. Known for her humour, straight talking and love of sharing knowledge, Andrea believes learning should be practical, engaging and, most importantly, never boring. Please welcome Andrea!

: www.leadershipthroughdata.com
: andreacjmcintosh

Cheryl McKernan

Strategic Business Consultant, TIMG

Cheryl McKernan is a Strategic Business Consultant at TIMG, helping organisations across Australia and New Zealand manage their digital information securely and compliantly. She works with clients to apply AI, automation, and governance frameworks that improve how information is captured, classified, protected, and accessed.

: www.timg.com.au
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Andrew Monteleone

Enterprise Commercial Manager, Iron Mountain

Andrew Monteleone is passionate about how technology and AI are reshaping the future of records management. As Enterprise Commercial Manager at Iron Mountain, he partners with governments and enterprises to modernise information systems and unlock new ways of working.

With a career spanning over 20 years across Iron Mountain, NTT, Dimension Data, and ETHAN, Andrew has led teams and initiatives across the Asia-Pacific region focused on cloud, digitisation, and AI adoption. His work has helped transform traditional recordkeeping into intelligent, data-driven solutions that reduce risk, improve access, and support innovation.

Andrew believes AI isn’t just about automation, it’s about creating insights, value, and smarter decision-making from information that was once locked away. He brings a practical, commercial perspective on how organisations can embrace AI responsibly and will share lessons from real-world transformation programs that are shaping the future of the records management industry.

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Grace Mundock

Senior Electronic Records Officer, Papua New Guinea Internal Revenue Commission

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Dr Gillian Oliver

Adjunct Professor, Monash University

Lindsey Leigh Pearson

Chief Executive Officer, Future Untamed

: https://lindseyleighpearson.com/
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Colin Phillips

Director, Experts 365

Originally from Canada, Colin Phillips has over 25 years’ experience working across the Microsoft ecosystem. His background spans software development, systems integration, and solution architecture, with a long‑standing focus on SharePoint and Microsoft 365. A five‑time Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP), Colin brings deep expertise in Microsoft Purview, with particular emphasis on records management, information architecture, governance, compliance, and security. He is known for combining strong technical depth with a practical, approachable presentation style.

: https://experts365.net
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James Price

Founder & Managing Director, Experience Matters

James is the Founder and Managing Director of Experience Matters and the Founder and Chair of Data Leaders, a global volunteer community that brings together some of the world's foremost experts in data, information and knowledge management.

A recognised thought leader in the field, James is the lead author of Information Asset Management, which explores why organisations should govern and manage their data, information and knowledge with the same discipline as their financial assets. He also co-authored Information Assets – An Executive Guide to the Untapped Driver of Business Success, a practical guide written by executives for executives.

James has made significant contributions to education and research, having designed, developed and delivered a postgraduate lecture series on Data Privacy, Governance and Quality for the Business School at the University of Adelaide. He also jointly leads several multinational research initiatives, including groundbreaking studies into the barriers to and benefits of managing data, information and knowledge as business assets, research described by Gartner as "groundbreaking." His work also focuses on developing a holistic organisational maturity model for governing Information Assets and quantifying the risks, costs, value and benefits of Information Assets to support investment in their governance and management. These research projects are proudly supported by the ARMA International Education Foundation, BDO, the Global Information Consortium and RIMPA Global.

An internationally recognised peer-reviewed author and keynote speaker, James regularly presents at leading business and academic conferences around the world. He is a Fellow of the Governance Institute of Australia, an Associate of RIMPA Global, and a member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, DAMA Australia and the EDM Council. He has also served as a judge for the RIMPA Hackathon.

: www.experiencematters.com.au
: linkedin.com/company/experience-matters

Barbara Reed

Consultant

Barbara Reed has consulted in the records, archives and information industries to a diverse set of clients in Australasia and the Asia Pacific region. Associated with Monash University records continuum scholarship, she has been involved in the development of standards for recordkeeping. She is a Fellow of both the Australian Society of Archivists and the Records and Information Management Professionals Australasia.

Derek Reid

PhD Candidate, Federation University

: www.thehistorydetective.com
: /derek-reid-ab894961/

David Robinson

Coordinator Information Management, City of Greater Geelong

With more than 39 years of experience in the records / information management industry, David has worked in all levels of government to guide agencies to make the most out of their information assets. David is responsible for the re-development of the information management program at City of Greater Geelong and has led implementations of information management solutions at government agencies. With a passion for job crafting, liberating structures, storytelling and all things historical David is making it fun again to work in information management.

Coordinator Information Management, City of Greater Geelong (CoGG)
Professional Status – Corporate Nominee
Qualifications – Records Management Certificate (1991)

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Josephine Secis ARIM

Assistant Director-General Government Information , National Archives of Australia

Josephine Secis joined the National Archives of Australia as Assistant Director-General, Government Information and Collection Management in January 2024.

Before joining National Archives, Josephine held a number of executive roles at Queensland State Archives where she was responsible for recordkeeping, collection management and digital preservation. She led the development of the State's first Digital Archive and increased recordkeeping capability across the Queensland public sector.

As part of the Executive team at National Archives, Josephine will build public trust in the public record through the development and implementation of innovative and digitally focused information and data management policies and standards. She will also focus on preserving Australian Government information of enduring significance and exploring ways of providing better services to users.

Josephine is a people focused leader and is passionate about working with her teams to unleash their full potential and explore new and better ways of delivering digitally focused archival and information management services.

: https://www.naa.gov.au/
: josephine-secis
: @https://x.com/naagovau

Pinakeen Shah ARIM

SME - Engineering Information Management / Asset Information Management, Wipro Limited

Pinakeen has 21+ years of experience in the Engineering/Asset Information Management (AIM) domain and brings multifaceted experience working with Engineering, Procurement, Construction Management (EPC/EPCm), IT and Supplier organizations. Throughout his career, he has been instrumental in establishing and optimizing various information management functions, driving efficiency and excellence.

A few of the highlights include setting up an AIM practice from scratch and scaling the services to Centre of Excellence team for an IT services major, managing a large team of about 200 members for an EPCs major that provided cross functional AIM expertise across Life Cycle Information Management, Data Management and Document Control.

Being a RIMPA Global Ambassador he is in the process of strengthening RIMPA’s global presence by establishing Community of Practice (CoP) for India and facilitate collaboration and knowledge sharing among information management professionals on a global scale.

Pinakeen holds a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Mumbai and completed his Post Graduate Diploma in Technical Writing from Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning (SCDL) and MBA in Materials Management through the Indian Institute of Materials Management.

He lives in Mumbai, India with his wife and two daughters. In his free time, he play chess and enjoys reading, practicing Pranic Healing and Acupressure Therapy.

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Linda Shave Life FRIM, CXRIM

Researcher, Author and Industry Advocate

Linda Shave is a researcher, author and future‑focused adviser supporting the information and records profession through emerging technological change. Her work aligns with national quantum priorities that emphasise awareness, workforce capability and shared learning. Linda is known for making complex ideas accessible and has developed  a practical seven‑pillar framework to help recordkeepers move beyond traditional binary systems and prepare for the quantum era. Drawing on decades of professional experience, she advocates an inclusive transition that builds literacy, strengthens job sustainability and turns uncertainty into collective opportunity.

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: @N/A

Joy Siller BA (Lib Sc), MBus (Marketing), ARIM (Life)

Managing Director of Siller Systems Administration, Siller Systems Administration

: https://www.siller.com.au/
: /joy-siller-683978381

Kate Smith

Director, Cybersecurity and Privacy, PwC Australia

Kate is a Director within PwC's Cybersecurity and Privacy Practice.

Kate is an experienced data management professional with 10 years experience in data management, data governance, data risk management, records management and data quality management. Kate has spent many years in both private and public sectors, uplifting data management, governance and record keeping capabilities across the industries of law, health, telecommunications, finance, retail gaming and higher education.

: www.pwc.com.au
: kate-s-598415140

Carol Stainbrook

Executive Director, Cohasset Associates

The digital age rushes forward, demanding information governance (IG) across myriad electronic platforms. CAROL STAINBROOK, Executive Director of Cohasset Associates’ consulting practice, responds to these demands with expertise and innovation. Her ongoing consultation with Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Box, Dell/EMC, IBM, and others, has facilitated an evolution of retention, preservation and disposition capabilities in their solutions’ designs. Collaboration with these tech giants informs Carol’s thinking in her work, particularly when clients employ technology to resolve IG related problems. Her 20 plus years of experience enables IG implementations for domestic and multi‐national clients that support business goals, increase information value, improve compliance, and mitigate risk. Carol deftly deciphers her clients’ operational paradigms, technology complexities and regulatory challenges, achieving IG results her clients can measure. As a thought-leader, Carol is an author, and a frequent speaker on information-centric topics.

: www.cohasset.com
: www.linkedin.com/in/carol-stainbrook-08715993/

Tim Strachan

Chief Executive Officer, FYB Pty Ltd

As the CEO of FYB, a leading provider of information management solutions, I leverage my 25+ years of experience in leading high-performing teams across various industries and sectors. My mission is to help organisations achieve their goals by delivering innovative, compliant, and sustainable solutions that enhance their governance and productivity.

: www.fyb.com.au
: timstrachan

Cam Sullings

Managing Director, Present with Impact

Cam Sullings is a long-time radio, television and online presenter and MC who’s been working in the media industry for over 20 years. He's hosted events with Prime Ministers, heads of state, leading academics and even sports events.

He has worked as a radio host, TV presenter, and voiceover artist. Through all of these experiences, I've developed a keen sense of what audiences want and how to keep them engaged.

He's excited to be your host for the RIMPA Live Convention in October. Where you'll have the opportunity to experience presentations from thought leaders in the industry, learning labs, and insights from keynote speakers, as well as delve into the crucial components of successful organisations. From Microsoft 365 to the latest technological innovations, these educational sessions will equip you with the tools to excel in your field.

As your host, I cannot wait to reconnect with everyone I had the pleasure of meeting on the Gold Coast, in Adelaide and Melbourne!

: camsullings

Blare Sutton

Partner, McGrathNicol

Blare is a Cyber and Technology professional who advises boards and executives in critical infrastructure, banking, financial services and healthcare on cyber governance, risk, compliance and strategy. He combines over 3 decades of experience managing highly sensitive projects involving internal and external threat actors (i.e. insider risk, cyber incident response) with his understanding of enterprise technology, business processes, regulatory frameworks and jurisdictional requirements to provide practical solutions to complex business and technological issues. With a background in IT Advisory and Implementation, Blare specialises in Digital Forensics & Incident Response, Cyber Risk, Strategy & Governance.

: https://www.mcgrathnicol.com/our-experts/blare-sutton/
: blaresutton

Petá Sweeney

FRIM | Information and Content Specialist, RIMPA Global

Petá Sweeney, an accomplished professional, has a rich background in the information disciplines. Her journey began as a library assistant, and over the years, she has honed her expertise through study, professional development, and extensive experience in both the public and private sectors.

Petá played a pivotal role in the whole-of-government rollout of the Queensland Public Records Act and contributed significantly to several eDRMS (electronic document and records management system) implementations. Her strategic acumen extends to information management strategy, policy development, and the creation of essential tools for effective information governance.

Currently the Information and Content Specialist at RIMPA Global, Petá brings her wealth of knowledge to the organisation. Her commitment to excellence is evident through her long-standing professional membership, recognition as a Fellow in 2013 and receiving the prestigious J Eddis Linton Outstanding Individual award in 2022.

Petá’s dedication extends beyond her professional achievements. For over a decade she actively contributed to the industry by serving on RIMPA Global Queensland’s State Government Chapter and the Branch Council, holding various roles, including Professional Development Coordinator and President. Petá’s influence also extends globally, having been a foundation member of the RIMPA Global Governance Advisory Branch Australasia before assuming the role of Vice-Chair on the RIMPA Global Board.

Petá’s passion lies in sharing knowledge and facilitating learning opportunities. She enjoys hosting students, and her engaging presence makes her a sought-after MC and presenter who embodies expertise, dedication, and a commitment to advancing the field of information management. 

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David Tellis

Executive Director, Australian National Audit Office

Kurt Thies

Global Head of IG Strategy, Morae

: https://www.morae.com
: kurtthies

Nicole Thorne-Vicatos CRIM, CERIM

Information Management Officer, Port of Townsville Limited

Nicole’s R/IM career spans 26 years across government agencies in Townsville. In 2012, Nicole graduated from UniSA with a Graduate Diploma in Business Information Management and was the recipient of the 2013 Records Solutions’ Student of the Year.

Nicole has actively volunteered with RIMPA Global since 2019, initially on the Queensland Branch/Chapter; co-founded TropiCoP for North Queensland R/IM workers; and Global Ambassador since its 2023 inception. She was awarded the Neil Granland International Convention Scholarship in 2025 and attended ARMA’s Phoenix Infocon. Her interest lies in societal R/IM impacts and promoting R/IM careers as an exciting, challenging and rewarding role. 

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Dominic Thurbon

Dom is an internationally engaged speaker and facilitator who helps individuals and organisations drive behaviour change in the face of external disruption.

Dom has authored and researched best-sellers published in over 15 countries, on subjects as diverse as generational change, business strategy, purpose-driven leadership, the future of work and education, and disruption.

He has over 17 years’ experience as a successful senior executive and entrepreneur. At just 23, he was founder and Chief Creative Officer at Karrikins Group, a behaviour change agency he grew to over 150 staff across Australia, New Zealand and North America (acquired by EY in 2019). He was also founder and director at Educator Impact, a technology company providing on-demand teacher quality and student wellbeing solutions (acquired by Qoria in 2022).

Dom has been architect of multiple-award winning behaviour change programs that reach over 500,000 people per year. Over his career, Dom has spoken to a combined audience numbering in the tens of thousands across Australasia, Europe and North America, with clients spanning financial and professional services, technology, FMCG, pharmaceutical and automotive industries, as well as working extensively in education, Government and not-for-profit sectors.

His publications include (as author) Matter: Rising Above the Competition to Become the Obvious Choice, Purpose-Driven Leadership, and Talent Magnets: Attracting Top Staff; (as lead researcher) Flip: How counter-intuitive thinking is changing everything and Game On: How video games change work.

Dom is also a previous world top-10 debater, Tottenham Hotspur tragic, and hasn’t quite given up the dream of becoming a rockstar with his band The Glorious Fourth.

Gina Thurman

Information Manager, New Zealand Law Society · Te Kāhui Ture o Aotearoa

Gina Thurman is the Information Manager at the New Zealand Law Society Te Kāhui Ture o Aotearoa and describes herself as someone with a knack for solving problems that do not always come with instructions. She grew up in Texas and has spent most of her adult life in Wellington, New Zealand, so she knows something about adapting.

With more than 20 years’ experience in information management and related roles, Gina enjoys fitting together the puzzle pieces of people, information and technology and then making it all make sense. She is particularly interested in information governance, Microsoft 365 and how AI can change the way we manage and share knowledge.

She holds a Master of Information Management from Victoria University of Wellington and Bachelor degrees from the University of Texas at Austin.

: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gina-thurman-786938149

Dave Turner

Senior Records and Information Governance Advisor, Bradfield Development Authority

Dave Turner is an information and data governance specialist focused on transforming how organisations manage information to gain clearer business insights. He began his career as a network security engineer and has represented Australia as part of the Five Eyes Alliance, heavily focussed on information systems and critical infrastructure against advanced cyber threats. An ISACA Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) and ISO27001 Lead Auditor & Implementer, Dave has become fascinated in the merging of traditional records management with modern data governance practices – reframing it from a compliance function into a powerful capability for managing risk, enabling insight and driving organisational value.

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Tony Vizza

Managing Partner , Novera

Tony Vizza is Managing Partner and Founder of Novera, an independent digital risk advisory firm providing cybersecurity, AI and digital risk services to ASX 50, APRA-regulated and critical infrastructure clients. A qualified lawyer and accredited IT professional with over 25 years' experience, Tony oversees AI risk governance as fractional CISO/CIO for an Australian industry superannuation fund, and is appointed as an independent expert before Australian courts in data breach and privacy matters. He is a Teaching Fellow at UNSW's Faculty of Law and Justice, teaching cybersecurity, privacy, AI and the law, and a Fellow of the Governance Institute of Australia.

: https://novera.com.au/
: tonyvizza

Tracey Wagner

Chief Executive Officer, ZircoDATA

: https://www.zircodata.com/au/
: traceywagner

David Watts

Director, Two Steps Forward Consulting

David Watts is a leadership coach, facilitator and founder of Two Steps Forward Consulting. With over 30 years’ experience across sales, leadership and operations, David works with organisations to build confident leaders, strengthen team culture and improve communication where it matters most.

He specialises in helping people navigate challenging conversations; the moments that can either build trust or break it.  Known for his practical, relatable and engaging style, David draws on real-world experience and proven tools such as DISC and Human Synergistics LSI, to equip leaders with skills they can apply immediately.

: www.tsfconsulting.com.au
: david-watts-tsfconsulting

Kylie Welch

Director, InfoTrain Limited

Kylie Welch is an Information Management practitioner specialising in Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and governance-led implementation across New Zealand public sector environments. She works closely with organisations to design practical, usable solutions that balance compliance, accessibility, and real-world ways of working.

Known for her relatable and down-do-earth style, Kylie brings Information Management to life through stories, lessons learned, and clear guidance drawn from frontline experience. She is also author, speaker, and creator of Information Management resources, helping practitioners build confidence and capability in an ever-evolving digital landscape, including the growing intersection of IM and AI.

: www.kyliewelch.com
: /kylie-welch-803b2621/?

Seren Wendelken

Crown Response Senior Advisor

Francis Yanga

Principal Consultant and National Inbound Practice Lead, Fujifilm Data Management Solutions