Speakers to Navigate the Federal Election, Global Trade and Politics in a Changing World

With the Australian federal election just around the corner while we’re dealing with new levels of global uncertainty, there’s no better time to get some guidance from those in the know. What’s Australia’s future relationship to the US look like? Are we ready for a global economy that’s less focused on free trade and more on protectionism? What other conflicts or crises are around the corner? Get the answer to these questions and more from ICMI speakers who specialise in politics and global issues.

 

Andrew MacLeod

Gain in-depth knowledge on the interface between corporations, government and communities with Andrew MacLeod. He specialises at finding ways to solve large-scale challenges, with a finger on the pulse of everything happening in the world. From negotiating with terrorists to managing natural disasters, Andrew can offer an incredible depth of understanding to today’s geopolitics and what it means for people, businesses and governments.

 

Dr Erin Watson

Leading commentator on foreign affairs and geopolitics, Dr Erin Watson has travelled everywhere from Madrid to Yangon to speak on major economic and political trends shaping the future. She is a thought leader in international affairs focused on delivering practical insights to businesses, governments and organisations.

 

Nick Bryant

Regarded as one of the BBC’s finest foreign correspondents, Nick Bryant is a leading authority on the United States. His book “When America Stopped Being Great” famously made its way onto the Oval Office bookshelf during Joe Biden’s presidency. His most recent work, “The Forever War: America’s Unending Conflict with Itself” has been described as a must-read book for understanding the current and future direction of Australia’s great ally.

 

Anna Bligh AC 

As the first female Premier of Queensland, Anna Bligh knows what it takes to lead through crisis, social reform and a changing political landscape. Her leadership during the catastrophic 2011 floods made her a symbol of resilience and strength. Her impact goes beyond crisis leadership, with transformative insights on education, infrastructure and much more.

 

Dr. Keith Suter

An expert in economics, leadership and much more, Dr Keith Suter is considered to be one of Australia’s most influential media commentators when it comes to national and foreign affairs. He is renowned for explaining complex global issues in a way his audiences can digest and understand. It’s what makes him such an in-demand MC and facilitator, especially for events focused on politics, business and international relations.

 

Dr Leslie Cannold

Ethicist, author and influential thinker Dr Leslie Cannold is an expert on leadership and corporate social responsibility, with a powerful ability to distill complex current affairs and public issues into explanations that can be broadly understood but never “dumbed down.” A gifted speaker, her talks are always described as thought provoking, engaging and memorable.

 

Kim Beazley

Currently the President of The Australian Institute of Foreign Affairs, Kim Beazley is an experienced Australian politician, diplomat and academic who served in the Australian House of Representatives from 1980 to 2007 and as leader of the Australian Labor Party from 1996-2001 and 2005-2006.

 

Dr. Rebecca Huntley

Researcher, author and social commentator Dr Rebecca Huntley focuses on sharing insights on social trends using her degrees in law, film studies and gender studies to drive unique perspectives. This is evident across her research work at Essential Media and Vox Populi, her consulting work and her presentations as an expert speaker commenting on the latest social and political issues.

 

Joe Hockey 

Former Treasurer and former Australian Ambassador to the United States of America Joe Hockey has got plenty of insights to share on everything from the trade and investment partnership between the US and Australia to shaping policy as a change-focused Minister in the Australian Federal Government. 

 

Nikki Hutley

Experienced economist and consultant Nicki Hutley shares in-depth insights gathered from her extensive career in finance, investment and economics. She is particularly interested in the intersection of economy, society and environment, sharing valuable perspectives as an in-demand speaker as well as a frequent commentator across the media.

 

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