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i3net Annual Defence Industry Breakfast

Date

4 May 2023

Time

7:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Location

HARS Aviation Museum

  • At the i3net Annual Defence Industry Breakfast we will explore the concrete opportunities for businesses in the Illawarra-Shoalhaven following the announcement of the AUKUS optimal pathway decision, and after the public release of the Defence Strategic Review.
  • Building on recent conversations in the region, this event will focus on the Defence Industry. There will be a variety of speakers, all presenting as part of panels to provide you with a wide range of valuable information in a short space of time.
  • Whether you are considering working in Defence or are already an approved supplier this event will have the content and contacts for you.
  • Hosted by ADROITA, the expert panels will discuss real opportunities for businesses in the region, and successful local businesses will share their stories, lessons learned, and advice.
  • We look forward to seeing you there and sharing how businesses can take steps today to begin their journey with Defence.

Event Agenda

7.15 – 7.30 Networking 
7.30 Bianca Perry, CEO, i3net opening
7.40 Welcome to Country
7.45 Welcome Lord Mayor Councillor Gordon Bradbery AM
7.50 Hon Stephen Jones MP, Member for Whitlam, Assistant Treasurer, Minister for Financial Services
7.55 Sarah Pavillard, CEO, ADROITA, Scene Setting.
8.10 Panel 1:

  • Thales Australia, Michelle Richard, Procurement Director 
  • Raytheon Australia,  Alison Inglis, Industry Engagement Director
  • Leidos,  Hans Tench,  Vice President Of Business Development APAC at Leidos
8.40 Breakfast
9.00 Panel 2:

  • QinetiQ Air Affairs, Greg Barsby, Managing Director – QinetiQ Australia
  • Hanwha Defence Australia,  James Coy,  Australian Industry Capability – Assistant Manager.
  • Office of Defence Industry Support, Steph Steel,  Defence Industry Advisor
9.30 Closing remarks from Sarah Pavillard, CEO, ADROITA
9.40-9.45 David Bridge, i3net Chairman, to close the event,  and lucky door prizes.
10.00-11.00 Networking time.

 

 

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