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EY Technology Governance Program

Empowering leaders to shape the future of technology

In an era defined by the rapid rise of generative AI, escalating cyber threats, and accelerated digital transformation, the need for confident and informed technology governance has never been greater. 

The EY Technology Governance Program is a market-leading initiative designed to help senior leaders navigate this evolving landscape. Through immersive, peer-led sessions, the program fosters strategic dialogue on how organisations can create value, manage risk, and secure long-term advantage through effective governance.

Program Overview

Session 1: The Future of AI - Immersive experiences and strategic foresight

Venue: Microsoft Innovation Hub, Level 28, Microsoft office, 1 Denison St, North Sydney, NSW

 

Date: Thursday, 13 November 2025
 

Time: 9:00 AM (for a 9:30 AM start) – 5:30 PM AEDT
 

Offers an immersive, hands-on journey through the art of the possible—featuring live demos across industries and practical tools to help you ask the right governance questions in the boardroom.

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Session 2: Practical Technology Investments – Decision making in emerging tech

Venue: Museums Victoria, Melbourne, VIC

 

Date: Thursday, 12 March 2026
 

Time: 9:00 AM (for a 9:30 AM start) – 5:30 PM AEDT
 

Explore governance frameworks and leadership mindsets essential for navigating digital transformation, and making informed, risk-aware technology investment decisions aligned with long-term strategic goals.

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This is not a conference—it’s a curated experience to inspire action, sharpen governance, and prepare you for what’s next.

What to expect?

Each session is guided by EY’s leading practitioners and features guest speakers from globally recognised technology-enabled organisations. Discussions are held under Chatham House Rule, encouraging open exchange and peer-to-peer learning.

  • Board-relevant insights: Learn how to ask the right questions and make informed decisions about technology strategy and risk.
  • Peer engagement: Connect with fellow board members and C-suite leaders from across sectors.
  • Practical takeaways: Leave with tools, frameworks, and examples you can apply immediately.
  • Full program experience: Both sessions are designed to complement each other—attending both ensures a complete and impactful learning journey.
Now in its 6th year, the EY Technology Governance Program is at the forefront of defining how technology can be governed to create value and manage risk in a rapidly evolving AI landscape. I can’t wait for participants to join us on this journey, to challenge the status quo, and to emerge as leaders who can navigate the complexities of the digital world with confidence and foresight. I hope that you will consider this opportunity to shape the future of technology governance.

Katherine

Katherine Boiciuc
EY Regional Chief Technology and Innovation Officer, Oceania



David

David Boyle
Partner, EY Australia



Ean

Ean Evans
EY Regional AI-enabled Automation Leader, Oceania


Rik Iron McLean
Sector Lead – Manufacturing & Energy, Microsoft Australia & New Zealand


Kim

Kim Krogh Andersen
Group Executive, Telstra


Ritin

Ritin Mathur
Partner, Data & AI, EY Australia


Elana

Elana Rubin AM
Non-Executive Director, Reserve Bank of Australia


Kurt

Kurt Solarte
EY Technology Consulting Leader, Oceania


David

David Thodey AO
Chancellor University of Sydney, Chair of Ramsay Health Care, Director of RBA Governance Board


Adam

Adam Wood
Director, EY Parthenon


Richard

Richard Watson
EY Global Consulting Cybersecurity Leader

Are we equipped to effectively govern and execute the rapid technological changes driven by AI?

Time AEDT​​

Session​

9:00am – 9:25am​

Registration & Networking

9:25am – 9:30​am

Welcome

9:30am – 9:45​am

Beyond the Hype: Navigating AI Value in the Boardroom
Opening address AI value scenarios and real-world frontier firm insights to provoke board-level conversations about AI’s real-time potential.

9:45am – 10:15am​

Interview: Featuring Kim Krogh Andersen, Group Executive, Telstra

10:20am – 10:50​am

Shaping an AI-Ready Enterprise
Agentic AI is rapidly emerging as a transformative force across business functions - but the path to success isn’t always straightforward. In this interactive session, we’ll unpack lessons from real implementations, share what’s enabling success.

10:55am – 11:55​am

Microsoft Innovation Hub: AI Demo Showcase
Microsoft led immersive live demonstrations of AI applications across healthcare, retail, education, accessibility, and security.

12:00pm – 12:20pm

Breakout 1

12:20pm – 13:05​pm

Lunch

13:05pm - 13:20pm

Recap from the morning session

13:20pm – 13:50​pm

Accelerating value from AI
A pragmatic perspective on the tangible value AI could deliver, potential strategies to unlock value and example frameworks to assess, prioritise and track value.

13:50pm – 14:15pm

Breakout 2

14:15pm – 14:45pm​​

Afternoon tea​

14:45pm - 15:00pm

Playback from the Breakout

15:00pm – 15:30pm​

AI Value Realisation: Microsoft’s Frontier Firm Playbook
Unlock enterprise AI value with Microsoft’s Frontier Firm Playbook—learn how organisations move from pilots to large-scale transformation, build investable cases, and democratise AI across their workforce.

15:30pm – 16:30pm​​

Interview: Featuring David Thodey AO, Chancellor University of Sydney and Non-Executive Director at RBA ​

16:30pm – 16:45pm​

Reflections​ and close​​

16:45pm – 17:30pm​

Post event drinks

Session 2 agenda will be updated in the New Year.

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