Unlock the future of Gen AI innovation with the InnovAItor series at Fishburners. Created by Lucio Ribeiro and Vijay Solanki and supported by M&C Saatchi Group, InnovAItor is Australia's first series of initiatives where AI builders meet the industry. Join us to connect with thought leaders, builders, industry executives, explore cutting-edge AI applications, and discover how AI can bridge the gap between startups and corporates, driving growth and collaboration.

What to Expect:

Insightful debates on AI and Gen AI, led by industry experts.
Live demonstrations of Gen AI tools and products.
Networking opportunities with leaders in AI, startups, and corporates.
Practical insights on ethical AI, data governance, and business impact.
Hands-on sessions to explore AI-driven strategies for growth.

Speakers/hosts:

Lee Hickin - AI Technology & Policy Lead, Microsoft Asia

Lee Hickin, with over 30 years in technology, has led roles at Microsoft and AWS across the UK, Asia, and Australia. He engages with governments and regulators on AI governance, serving on committees like Singapore AI-Verify and the NSW AI Advisory Committee, and collaborates with the National AI Centre.

Kendra Vant - AI Coach for Boards, C-Suite & Startups

Dr. Kendra Vant, a leader in AI-powered SaaS, previously led Xero’s Data and AI Product division. With a background in quantum physics from MIT, she consults executives and boards on AI applications. Kendra also authors "Data Runs Deep," a newsletter exploring AI's impact on the world.

Vijay Solanki - Exec & Entrepreneur Coach, Innovation/Growth Expert

Vijay Solanki, with a career in global marketing for brands like Dove and BlackBerry, was an early hire at Shazam and led innovations at Unilever and Philips. In Australia, he served as a CDO and CEO before focusing on startups, mentoring over 300 founders and launching a mental health startup.

Lucio Ribeiro - Innovation, Strategy, and AI consultant

Lucio has led digital transformation at Seven and Optus, advised clients like Goldman Sachs, and founded three businesses. A Forbes tech columnist and LinkedIn Top Voice, he also lectured at RMIT. Lucio holds an MBA, MIT AI certification, and is a global top 100 digital marketer.

InnovAItor:

The InnovAItor mission is to bridge the gap between startups and corporates by leveraging generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI) to drive collaboration, innovation, and growth. Its purpose is to create a dynamic community where industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and AI experts can connect, share insights, and explore AI-driven solutions that accelerate business innovation & transformation.

M&C Saatchi Group:

M&C Saatchi Group is a global creative solutions company that creates beautifully simple solutions for the increasingly complex world that our Clients find themselves in. The company is committed to pioneering AI innovation to provide a competitive advantage for its clients.

Fishburners:

Fishburners is Australia’s longest-enduring and largest tech startup community. Our purpose is to build a better world by enhancing a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship. As the Australian startup ecosystem evolves, a vital part of our mission at Fishburners is to create accessibility to a broad range of resources and insights that support entrepreneurs in building commercially viable ventures. As an expert voice in early-stage entrepreneurship, we're dedicated to ensuring that the community continues to be served in a diverse and sustainable way.

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