In a world of constant disruption, adaptability, data-driven innovation, and strategic foresight are essential for business resilience.
This symposium will uncover practical strategies for Melbourne businesses to harness data, AI & ESG principles to navigate uncertainty, drive sustainable growth, and prepare for emerging global challenges.
Economic Update with Devika ShivadekarUnlocking AI’s Potential: Balancing Governance, Ethics, and Opportunity with Srdjan Dragutinovic
Mandatory Climate-related Financial Disclosures and Practical Guidance for Readiness with Elizabeth Ploetz
Session overview: This session will explore Australia's new mandatory Sustainability Reporting Standards (AASB S1 and S2), with focus on providing practical guidance and examples. It will assist Melbourne businesses in preparing for reporting themselves or being ready for requests from key stakeholders in the value chain. The session will also highlight the benefits of preparing early and integrating climate and sustainability-related considerations within broader strategic planning.
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Date:
Friday, 21 March 2025 |
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Time: 8:00AM - 10:30AM
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Venue: Mayfair Ballroom
Grand Hyatt, 123 Collins Street Melbourne VIC 3000 |
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Devika Shivadekar is an Economist for RSM Australia based in our Sydney office. As our expert economist, Devika loves to share her knowledge with our clients. She has a wealth of experience in macro-economic and financial research, spanning both public and private sectors, and a deep understanding of the APAC region...
Commencing her career in Economics, Devika was fortunate to work for the Reserve Bank of India where she acquired and refined various analytical and researching skills. Her comprehensive experience in macroeconomic research and analysis spans more than 8 years. Preceding her tenure at RSM, she served as an economist at a prominent investment bank, where her responsibilities extended beyond the Australian economy to encompass a thorough examination of the New Zealand economic landscape.
Srdjan is a Partner in the Data Analytics division in Melbourne. He has over 20 years global experience in advanced analytics to support strategic and operational decision making...
He has a proven track record of creating value and competitive advantage, through the creation of data-driven culture and innovation, and has a combination of technical depth, industry know-how, leadership skills and execution, to deliver results. Through practical application and utilising a wide range of tools and technology, he has built strong technical expertise in advanced data analytics solutions including, research, segmentation, choice modelling, profitability, attribution and causal modelling, fraud analytics forecasting and risk modelling.
Elizabeth is a Manager within RSM’s ESG and Climate Services Team with over 6 years experience in assurance and consulting engagements. Her extensive ESG experience includes assurance engagements under various national schemes including the Safeguard Mechanism, National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting (NGER) Scheme, Renewable Energy Target (RET), and the ACCU Scheme (formerly known as the Emissions Reduction Fund)...
As part of the ESG and Climate Services Team, Elizabeth has assisted both public and private sector clients with sustainability and ESG reporting, strategy and roadmap development, and implementation. Elizabeth has worked across diverse industries including energy, mining, oil and gas, manufacturing, and agriculture. Elizabeth also has specialised knowledge and experience in the provision of ESG and climate risk engagements.
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