Fiona Wain Oration 2025 delivered by Gina Cass-Gottlieb, Chair of the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC)

Join us for the 2025 Fiona Wain Oration on Tuesday, 27 May, 2025, hosted by the Business Council for Sustainable Development Australia (BCSDA). This annual event honours the legacy of Fiona Wain, BCSDA's CEO from 1999 to 2010, and her dedication to integrating sustainability within the Australian business sector.

Event Schedule:

• Doors Open: 2:00 PM
• Oration: 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
• Networking Afternoon Tea: 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM

The Fiona Wain Oration serves as a platform for thought leaders to share insights on sustainable development, fostering dialogue among business professionals, policymakers, and sustainability advocates. While the guest orator for 2025 is yet to be announced, the event consistently features distinguished speakers who provide valuable perspectives on advancing sustainability in business practices.

Past orators have included:

• Professor John Daley AM (2024): Former Chief Executive of the Grattan Institute, who emphasized the necessity of innovation in production processes to achieve long-term sustainability goals, particularly in reducing carbon emissions.
• Mardi McBrien (2023): Director of Strategic Affairs at the IFRS Foundation, who discussed the transformative potential of the International Sustainability Standards Board in reshaping the sustainability reporting landscape.
• Maryna Saprykina (2022): Head of the Board and CEO of the Centre for CSR Development Ukraine, who addressed sustainable development amidst challenging circumstances.
• Dr. John Hewson (2021): Former Opposition Leader and Chair of the BCSDA Board, who addressed the challenges and opportunities in sustainable development.
• Peter Bakker (2018): CEO of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development, who discussed the role of business leadership in accelerating the transition to a sustainable Australia. WBCSD Archive

The 2025 Oration is expected to continue this tradition, offering a forum for engaging discussions on the intersection of business and sustainability.

Registration:

Secure your spot for this insightful event by registering now. Stay tuned for updates on the guest orator and additional event details.

For the latest information please visit the BCSDA website.

Note: Event details are subject to change. It is advisable to consult the official BCSDA website for the most current information.