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Key Points for Lieutenant General John James Frewen, AO, DSC

  • Lieutenant General John Frewen, AO, DSC, is a distinguished military leader with over 40 years of service, commanding Australian forces in the Middle East, Afghanistan, and the Solomon Islands.
  • John Frewen is a national security and cyber expert, having served as Principal Deputy Director-General of the Australian Signals Directorate, where he played a key role in strengthening cybersecurity and intelligence.
  • As the head of Australia’s COVID-19 Vaccine Taskforce, John Frewen led the nation’s vaccination rollout, achieving one of the world’s highest immunisation rates through strategic crisis management.
  • He now brings his expertise to the corporate sector, advising on risk governance, crisis leadership, and digital resilience to help businesses navigate complex challenges

Topics for Lieutenant General John James Frewen, AO, DSC

  • Adaptive leadership unlocked - Insights from an ADF Career
    In this insightful presentation, Lieutenant General John Frewen discusses effective leadership based on his extensive experience in the Australian Defence Force. He describes the evolution of career-long leadership from tactical to strategic. Frewen shares critical moments from his career, emphasising the importance of building diverse, high-performance teams and maintaining resilience in high-pressure situations. He highlights lessons from operational deployments, including Rwanda, the Solomon Islands, and Afghanistan, and crisis management during the COVID-19 pandemic. He stresses the need for continuous learning and mentorship to prepare future leaders. Concluding with a call to action, Frewen encourages attendees to apply these leadership principles, fostering a culture of trust, collaboration and adaptation. The session ends with an interactive Q&A segment to explore the topics discussed further.
  • Leading through crisis – Lessons from Covid 19
    In this presentation, Lieutenant General John Frewen outlines the Australian Defence Force's pivotal role in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic and his role in overseeing the national vaccination rollout. He discusses the public health measures implemented to combat the virus and how priorities were applied. Frewen details the importance of detailed planning and the National Vaccination Campaign Plan, emphasising its phased approach and the importance of pharmacies, frontline workers and vulnerable populations. He also highlights the establishment of the National Cabinet for coordinated decision-making. The presentation addresses vital achievements, such as significant vaccination rates and strategies to build public confidence amidst vaccine hesitancy. Frewen reflects on lessons learned regarding adaptability in crisis management and the importance of ongoing public health investment. The session concludes with a call to action. Frewen encourages attendees to consider leadership at all levels and how we might better prepare for future pandemics. It also ends with an interactive Q&A segment for further discussion.
  • Securing the future: The intersection of geopolitics, space, and cybersecurity
    In this presentation, Lieutenant General John Frewen examines the interplay between geopolitical challenges and emerging technologies, particularly in space and cyber domains. He highlights current global tensions and their implications for national security, emphasising the pivotal role of technology in international relations. Frewen discusses the rise of space as a new frontier for power dynamics and addresses the growing threat of cyber warfare, referencing recent conflicts that showcase the importance of space capabilities and cybersecurity. He emphasises the need for updated legal frameworks to manage advancements in space and the resilience required to protect critical infrastructure from cyberattacks. A key focus is attracting and retaining a skilled technical workforce for these sectors. Frewen outlines effective recruitment strategies, including partnerships with educational institutions and fostering an inclusive workplace culture to enhance talent retention. Concluding with a call to action, he encourages proactive measures in policy-making and workforce strategies to effectively navigate the complexities of emerging technologies and geopolitical challenges. The session wraps up with an interactive Q&A segment for further engagement on these topics.

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