Wrapping up an outstanding AGS25

With over 1700 in-person and virtual attendees, more than 55 guest speakers and panellists, and countless insights, the Australian Governance Summit 2025 was a resounding success.

As planning begins for AGS26, keep an eye out for our upcoming updates, including details on member-exclusive Early Bird pricing.

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Australian Governance Summit

A snapshot of the AGS25 experience

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Value across the board

Expert insights and trends

Attendees enjoyed exclusive access to thought leaders and industry experts sharing their unique perspectives on the latest governance trends.

Community-building and connection

Directors, executives and governance professionals exchanged ideas, workshopped solutions, and strengthened their network of peers committed to governance excellence.

Skill development and career growth

The Summit’s immersive sessions helped attendees refine their leadership skills, expand their governance capabilities and position themselves for greater organisational impact.

Agenda recap

Our lineup of speakers covered contemporary topics facing boards across the country and overseas, highlighting how in an era of rapid change, directors and leaders must drive innovation, build resilient organisations, and act with agility to seize opportunities and mitigate risks. Below are some key takeaways on some challenging areas of governance.

Climate Governance

Effective governance can shape an organisation’s response to climate change, improve sustainability and build long-term resilience.

CYBER SECURITY

Staying ahead of the cyber threat landscape and exploring strategies helps directors and leaders protect their organisations from potential breaches and digital risks.

EMERGENCE OF AI

AI is transforming industries, and its important for directors to harness its potential while addressing ethical, operational and regulatory challenges.

GEOPOLITICAL TENSIONS

Global geopolitical shifts are impacting governance strategies, and directors need to navigate uncertainty and maintain organisational stability.

Learning from the best

Whether you joined us in person or virtually, we’re sure you’ll agree that our keynote presentations were among the Summit’s highlights.

John Mullen

John Mullen

Chair, Brambles, Qantas, TWE

Wendy Stops

Wendy Stops GAICD

Director, Coles

John Green FAICD

John M. Green FAICD

Chair, PwC Australia

Professor Pamela Hanrahan

Professor Pamela Hanrahan MAICD

Consultant, Johnson Winter Slattery

Inspiration abounded at AGS25

Meagan Davidson, Chair Buddy Up Australia00:49

Dr Brooke, Feltis Forensic Psychologist, Founder Myall Psychology00:40

Alex Jones GAICD, Project Manager, Disability Employment Catalyst00:49

A highly valuable investment in two days out of the office. The hard work begins in picking what to take away. So many great ideas and great networking opportunities.

Chris Sheppeard MAICD
CEO, Centacare NENW

One Summit, your way

Attendees had their sights set beyond the horizon no matter how they experienced AGS25.

In-person experience

Making the most of the electric vibe of being in the room, in-person attendees enjoyed organic opportunities to engage with their peers and guest speakers, including at networking drinks on Day 1 of the Summit.

Virtual experience

Using the EventsAir online platform, virtual attendees gained access to all the keynote sessions from the comfort of their home or office, staying up to date on the latest in governance with added convenience.

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Acknowledgement

We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the Lands on which we are located and pay our respects to Elders, past and present. We recognise First Nations peoples' cultural and spiritual relationships to the Skies, Land, Waters, and Seas, and their rich contribution to society.

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