selectusa 2016 delegation booklet
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Table of Contents About SelectUSA Page 2
Program Page 3
Delegation Leader U.S. Ambassador (ret.) Niels Marquardt, CEO, AmCham
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Delegates:
Ms. Gian Wild, Founder and Director, AccessibilityOZ Page 11
Mr. Balu Jeganathan, CEO, Arlec Australia Pty Ltd Page 12
Mr. Anthony Murfett, Minister Counsellor (Industry, Science and Education), Australian Embassy, Washington, D.C.
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Mr. Sebastien Eckersley-Maslin, CEO, BlueChilli Page 14
Mr. Leon Allen, Managing Director – Government, Health, Education & Social Infrastructure, Commonwealth Bank
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Ms. Tania Jolley, Managing Director, DNA Security Solutions Page 16
Mr. Andrew Taft, Operations Director, DNA Security Solutions Page 17
Mr. Patrick Fazzone, Member, Montgomery Fazzone PLLC Page 18
Mr. Mark, Siebert, Head of Specialized Finance, North America, National Australia Bank
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Mr. Mark Chamberlain, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, OceanaGold Corporation
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Mr. Darren Klinck, Executive Vice President and Head of Corporate Development, OceanaGold Corporation
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Ms. Georgina Harrowell, Commercial Specialist, U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration
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Dr. Dean Moss, CEO, UniQuest, The University of Queensland Page 22
Social Media Page 23
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About the SelectUSA Investment
Summit The SelectUSA Investment Summit is the highest-profile event dedicated to promoting foreign
direct investment (FDI) in the United States. This signature event provides an unparalleled
opportunity to bring together companies from all over the world, economic development
organizations from every corner of the nation, and other parties working to facilitate business
investment in the United States. Featuring senior government officials, C-Suite business
executives, and other thought leaders, each summit focuses on a timely theme related to the
U.S. investment environment, industry trends, and new opportunities.
Innovation Advantage
Australian innovators will be panelists during two sessions. If your schedule allows, catch Mr.
Peter Lowy, Co-Chief Executive Officer, Westfield Corporation on the The Future of Retail panel
Monday morning at 11am and Sebastien Eckersley-Maslin, Founder and Chief Executive Officer,
BlueChilli on the Reimagining the Role of Technology in Business on Tuesday morning at 9:45
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Agenda* *Program subject to change
Sunday Agenda June 19, 2016
12:00-7:00 p.m.
Registration and Information Desk Hours Terrace Foyer
1:00-5:00 p.m.
EDO Track - Building a Strategy to Attract Investment The diversity of investment opportunities in the United States can be both exciting and overwhelming to a potential business investor – and interactions with local government and EDOs play a key role in determining where investments are ultimately directed. Participants in this track will hear from leading inward investment experts and gain valuable insight into various stages of the investment promotion process – from strategies that work to specific techniques that help identify and convert an investment lead to a win. View the Agenda Here
Monroe
1:00-5:00 p.m.
Investor Track - Building a Winning Strategy for Investing in the United States While the United States is the top single destination for foreign direct investment and ranks highly for ease of doing business, the prospect of entering such a large market or navigating a new regulatory environment may seem daunting to new investors. Designed specifically for business investors who are entering the U.S. market, the Investor Track provides participants with concrete information and practical tips on how to invest and grow in the United States – and what to expect along the way. View the Agenda Here
Jefferson
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Optional Networking event hosted by Secretary of Commerce for South Carolina, Bobby Hitt (Please confirm attendance to Georgina Harrowell – [email protected])
Tabard Inn, Washington, DC 1739 N St NW, Washington, DC 20036
6:30 – 9:00 p.m.
Optional Networking event Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe, Secretary Jones and the Virginia Economic Development Partnership networking reception (Please confirm attendance to Georgina Harrowell – [email protected])
George Washington's historic Mount Vernon estate in Virginia 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Hwy, Alexandria, 22309
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Monday Agenda June 20, 2016
6:00 a.m.-6:30 p.m.
Registration and Information Desk Hours Terrace Foyer
7:00-8:30 a.m.
Continental Breakfast and Networking Concourse Foyer | International Terrace | U.S. Government Pavilion
8:30-8:40 a.m.
Presentation of Colors International Ballroom
8:40-8:45 a.m.
Introductory Remarks International Ballroom
8:45-9:00 a.m.
Welcome Address
The Honorable Penny Pritzker, Secretary of Commerce, U.S. Department of Commerce
International Ballroom
9:00-10:00 a.m.
Plenary 1: The United States: Global Innovation Starts Here Companies of all sizes play a key role in making innovation in the United States a global enterprise – what impact does this trend have on business performance in the United States and around the world? As companies continue to expand their R&D activities in the United States, they simultaneously benefit from and contribute to a growing innovation ecosystem. Leading CEOs share how the U.S. business climate, state-of-the-art R&D centers, skilled workforce, and other resources helped to shape their global innovation strategies and deliver a positive return on investment.
Moderator: Mr. Jeffrey Zients, Assistant to the President for Economic Policy and Director of the National Economic Council, The White House
Mr. Dominic Barton, Global Managing Director, McKinsey & Company
Dr. Ulrich Spiesshofer, President and Chief Executive Officer, Member of the Group Executive Committee, ABB Ltd.
Mr. Erez Vigodman, President and Chief Executive Officer, Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
International Ballroom
10:00-10:40 a.m.
Armchair 1: Conversation with a Global Innovator Join a discussion with a high-profile corporate leader on how a strong culture of innovation inspired new products, services, and business models that ultimately catalyzed growth in the United States and beyond.
Moderator: The Honorable Penny Pritzker, Secretary of Commerce, U.S. Department of Commerce
Mr. Mark Weinberger, Global Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, EY
International Ballroom
10:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
Exhibition Hall Open Exhibition Hall: Columbia Ballroom | International Terrace Foyer
10:40 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Networking Break in Exhibition Hall Exhibition Hall: Columbia Ballroom | International Terrace Foyer
11:00-11:50 a.m.
Concurrent Breakouts: Session A Lincoln | Jefferson | Georgetown
Breakout 1A: Partnering to Build the Workforce of Tomorrow Competing in the global marketplace requires companies to consider new, collaborative ways
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of arming today’s workers with skills for the economy of the future. Leaders from industry, government, and educational institutions discuss how international companies are making invaluable contributions to workforce development by sharing best practices from global apprenticeship and occupational training programs.
Moderator: The Honorable Suzan G. LeVine, U.S. Ambassador to Switzerland and Liechtenstein, U.S. Embassy
Dr. Kenneth Ender, President, Harper College
Mr. Mike Foley, Chief Executive Officer North America Commercial and Regional Chairman of North America, Zurich Insurance Group
Ms. Ellen Golombek, Executive Director, Colorado Department of Labor and Employment
Mr. Chris Haslinger, Director of Training, United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters
Breakout 2A: Everyday Innovation: Optimizing Production This panel examines exciting new trends in advanced manufacturing and explores how companies have benefited the most from America’s innovation culture to optimize processes as well as products. Government experts, innovators, and investors share dynamic case studies of their successes with process innovation, and discuss the future of emerging manufacturing areas.
Moderator: Mr. Brench Boden, Chief Technology Officer, Digital Manufacturing and Design Innovation Institute
Mr. Richard Jones, Senior Vice President, Technical Direction North America Manufacturing, L'Oréal Americas
Ms. Christina Lomasney, President and Chief Executive Officer, Modumetal
Mr. Tom Shoupe, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Honda of America Manufacturing
Mr. Andreas Wuellner, Chairman, SGL Technologies GmbH
Jefferson
Breakout 3A: The Future of Retail: The Integrated Shopping Experience This panel shares successful strategies for establishing operations and growing brands in the United States. Leading global retail companies delve into the challenges and rewards of entering or expanding in the U.S. market, and share valuable tips on how to connect with consumers, suppliers, vendors and other business partners.
Moderator: Mr. Matthew Shay, President and Chief Executive Officer, National Retail Federation
Mr. Eduardo Acuña, Senior Vice President Americas, Cinépolis
Mr. Peter Lowy, Co-Chief Executive Officer, Westfield Corporation
Mr. Lars Petersson, President, IKEA U.S.
Georgetown
12:00-1:00 p.m.
Lunch International Ballroom
1:00-1:30 p.m.
Keynote Address
The Honorable Barack Obama, President of the United States of America
International Ballroom
1:30-3:00 p.m.
Networking Break in Exhibition Hall Exhibition Hall: Columbia Ballroom | International Terrace Foyer
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3:00-4:00 p.m.
Plenary 2: Risk-Taking and Resilience The U.S. business environment is uniquely conducive to risk-taking – what advantages does this hold for companies seeking attractive investment opportunities? Companies facing temporary setbacks in the United States have utilized a variety of tools and resources to stabilize their operations and ultimately unleash even greater potential. Panelists share success stories and lessons learned from the perspective of both government and industry, providing insights on business resilience.
Moderator: The Honorable Nathan Deal, Governor, State of Georgia
Mr. Eugenio Madero, Chief Executive Officer, Rassini
Mr. Pin Ni, President, Wanxiang America Inc.
Dr. Paolo Rocca, Chief Executive Officer, Techint Group
Mr. William Strang, President of Operations, TOTO USA
International Ballroom
4:00-4:40 p.m.
Armchair 2: Empowered to Innovate in the United States Join a conversation on how the diversity, skills, and productivity of the U.S. workforce are essential to creating a business environment in which innovation thrives – and the new ways that federal and state economic development programs and innovative public-private partnerships are making it happen.
Moderator: The Honorable Thomas Perez, Secretary of Labor, U.S. Department of Labor
Ms. Marion Blakey, President and Chief Executive Officer, Rolls-Royce North America
The Honorable Terry McAuliffe, Governor, State of Virginia
International Ballroom
4:40-5:00 p.m.
Closing Remarks
The Honorable Tom Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture
International Ballroom
5:00-7:30 p.m.
Networking Reception Exhibition Hall: Columbia Ballroom | International Terrace Foyer
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Members of the Colorado group will be hosting a dinner and the Australian delegation is invited to attend. (Please confirm attendance to Georgina Harrowell – [email protected])
Restaurant Nora (down the street from the Hilton) 2132 Florida Avenue, Washington, DC 20008
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Tuesday Agenda June 21, 2016
6:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Registration and Information Desk Hours International Terrace
7:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Exhibition Hall Open Exhibition Hall: Columbia Ballroom | International Terrace Foyer
7:00-8:20 a.m.
Continental Breakfast and Networking in Exhibition Hall Exhibition Hall: Columbia Ballroom | International Terrace Foyer
8:20-8:30 a.m.
Introductory Remarks
The Honorable Bruce Andrews, Deputy Secretary of Commerce, U.S. Department of Commerce
International Ballroom
8:30-8:45 a.m.
Welcome Address
The Honorable Jacob Lew, Secretary of the Treasury, U.S. Department of the Treasury
International Ballroom
8:45-9:45 a.m.
Plenary 3: Access to Capital and the Future of Funding From banks and investment firms to venture capitalists and angel investors – how can international companies tap into available U.S. capital to grow their business? The United States has the most developed and flexible financial markets in the world, and the advent of crowdfunding models has led to the development of innovative new methods to raise funding. Featuring financial experts, companies that have successfully raised capital, and pioneers of financial technologies, this panel shares broad perspectives on the future of funding in the United States and discusses how companies can benefit from these emerging trends.
Moderator: The Honorable Stefan Selig, Under Secretary of Commerce for International Trade, International Trade Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce
Mr. Brad Burnham, Managing Partner, Union Square Ventures
Mr. Rory Eakin, Founder and Chief Operating Officer, CircleUp
Mr. Nikolaj Hviid, Chief Executive Officer, Bragi GmbH
International Ballroom
9:45-10:45 a.m.
Plenary 4: Reimagining the Role of Technology in Business New technologies are revolutionizing industries across the United States– how can companies capitalize not only on these tools and platforms, but also on new ways of doing business? Industry leaders who are reimagining the way business is conducted share how they disrupted the competitive environment and created new opportunities.
Moderator: Ms. Natali Morris, Anchor, Code Forward, MSNBC
Mr. Shankar Chandran, Vice President, Samsung Strategy & Innovation Center (SSIC) Catalyst Fund
Mr. Rod Drury, Chief Executive Officer, Xero
Mr. Sebastien Eckersley-Maslin, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, BlueChilli
Mr. Laurence Kemball-Cook, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Pavegen
International Ballroom
10:45 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Networking Break in Exhibition Hall Exhibition Hall Closes at 2:00pm
Exhibition Hall: Columbia Ballroom | International Terrace Foyer
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11:00-11:50 a.m.
Concurrent Breakouts: Session B Lincoln | Jefferson | Georgetown
Breakout 1B: Welcome to the United States! Visas and Beyond This panel provides practical information for international investors considering the best options for coming to the United States. Senior government officials, visa experts, and international companies who have sponsored employees through the U.S. immigration process share tips on how to develop a strategic staffing mix, select the appropriate visa, navigate the process, and help expatriate workers to acculturate to a new business environment.
Moderator: The Honorable David Donahue, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Consular Affairs, U.S. Department of State
Mr. Glenn Cooper, Shareholder and Business Immigration Attorney, GrayRobinson
Mr. James Dinneen, Acting Assistant Secretary for the Private Sector, Office of Policy, U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Mr. Thomas Kucharski, President and Chief Executive Officer, Invest Buffalo Niagara
Mr. Kapil Sharma, Vice President for Government and Public Affairs, Wipro
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Breakout 2B: Green Fields: Agribusiness and Food Processing This panel focuses on investment and innovation prospects in the U.S. food sector, where opportunities abound as global demand continues to exceed supply. Industry representatives, regulatory and marketing experts, and economic development officials present case studies of successful business strategies, building R&D Centers of Excellence, and discuss other wide-ranging benefits from incentives to innovative partnership and collaborative opportunities.
Moderator: The Honorable Darci Vetter, Chief Agricultural Negotiator, Office of the U.S. Trade Representative
Mr. Mohamed Althaf, Director, LuLu Group International
Mr. Mark Hogan, Secretary and Chief Executive Officer, Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Mr. Frédéric Nalis, Chief Executive Officer of Bel Americas, Bel Brands USA
Ms. Kristin Retherford, President, Oregon Economic Development Association
Jefferson
Breakout 3B: Growing Your Customer Base: The U.S. as an Export Platform This panel examines why international companies exported $360 billion worth of goods from the United States – nearly 23 percent of all U.S. goods exports – in 2013. Speakers share innovative ways that companies of all sizes can access new markets from reduced trade barriers via free trade agreements through to the networks and services that make the United States an attractive export platform.
Moderator: Mr. Jason Miller, Deputy Director of the National Economic Council, The White House
Mr. Michael Araten, President and Chief Executive Officer, K'NEX Brands
Mr. Stephen Chabot, Vice President - Operations, INFICON Inc.
Mr. Pedro Ferro, President, Fras-le
Mr. John Galyen, President, North America, Danfoss
Georgetown
12:00-12:50 p.m.
Concurrent Breakouts: Session C Lincoln | Jefferson | Georgetown
Breakout 1C: Cultivating Top Talent: Innovation and Collaboration This panel explores the broader benefits of a smart talent cultivation strategy and the importance of earning a “license to operate” from local communities. Experts in public policy, executive recruitment, and corporate human resources share best practices and lessons learned in attracting and retaining the best talent, and the critical impact on achieving business
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goals.
Moderator: The Honorable Eric Seleznow, Deputy Assistant Secretary, Employment and Training Administration, U.S. Department of Labor
Ms. Maria Black, President, ADP TotalSource
Ms. Cynthia Burkhardt, Global Head of Talent Acquisition, Philips
Ms. Kelly Lafnitzegger, Vice President, Human Resources, GE Power
Dr. Janette Shimanski, Vice President and Chief Learning Officer, 3M Company
Breakout 2C: Blue Skies: Pharmaceuticals and Biotech This panel explores why pharmaceutical and biotech companies receive such a significant share of foreign direct investment into the United States, and why the “Made in America” mark is the standard for quality, innovation, and trust. Industry representatives, regulators, and sector experts walk through the comprehensive regulatory approval process and case studies on the commercialization of new and advanced medicines.
Moderator: Dr. Christopher Austin, Director, National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences
Mr. Darren Carroll, Senior Vice President, Corporate Business Development, Eli Lilly and Company
Mr. Kevin Donovan, Senior Vice President, Otsuka America Pharmaceutical Inc.
Dr. Janet Woodcock, Director, Center for Drug Evaluation and Research, The U.S. Food and Drug Administration
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Breakout 3C: Market Entry: Picking the Right Place at the Right Time This panel uncovers some of the opportunities and pitfalls that companies face when entering the U.S. market. Thought leaders, investment experts, and successful foreign investors provide practical insight into key processes such as site identification, on-the-ground partnerships, and proactively managing intangible assets such as intellectual property.
Moderator: Mr. Mark O'Connell, Chief Executive Officer, OCO Global
Mr. Pedro Azagra, Chief Development Officer, Iberdrola
Mr. David Magee, Chief Executive Officer, EverEdge IP North America
Mr. Manuel Rivadeneyra Díaz, Chief Executive Officer, Dalegip America Inc.
Georgetown
1:00-2:00 p.m.
Lunch International Ballroom
2:00-2:30 p.m.
Closing Remarks
The Honorable John Kerry, Secretary of State, U.S. Department of State
International Ballroom
2:30 p.m. Adjourn
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AmCham
U.S. Ambassador (ret.) Niels Marquardt
Chief Executive Officer
AmCham
Biography
Niels Marquardt started as CEO of the American Chamber of Commerce in Australia (AmCham)
on October 15, 2013. He is a former American diplomat with decades of experience promoting
international trade and investment.
His final diplomatic assignment was as U.S. Consul General in Sydney, 2010-2013. During a 34-
year State Department career, Niels also served as the U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of
Madagascar and the Union of the Comoros (2007 - 2010), to the Republic of Cameroon (2004 –
2007), and to the Republic of Equatorial Guinea (2004 – 2006). In three of those countries, Niels
helped found and launch new AmCham chapters.
Company Profile
As the voice of international business interests, throughout Australia and the US in
particular, AmCham’s story has always revolved around its members, and our ability to provide
them with invaluable access to opportunity.
It’s a story of connectivity. Our members include CEOs, executives and professionals of all ages,
and from all walks of business. Our strong and supportive network provides them with up-to-
date information, unparalleled access to opportunities, a robust business events program, a
diverse membership database, and a voice to potentially shape Government policy.
It’s also a story based around quality global participation: we actively promote international business with trade missions.
With over 100 AmCham’s located worldwide – including 21 countries in the Asia-Pacific region alone – AmCham is one of the best B2B networks in Australia and overseas.
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AccessabilityOZ
Ms. Gian Wild
CEO
AccessabilityOZ
Biography
Gian has worked in the accessibility industry since 1998 and consulted on the development of
the first Level AAA accessible web site in Australia (Disability Information Victoria). She has
worked with the Disability Services arm of the Victorian Government for over thirteen years to
keep the four iterations of the Disability Services site (Disability Information Victoria, Disability
Services, Disability Online and DiVine), Level AAA accessible. She ran the accessibility
consultancy PurpleTop from 2000 to 2005 and built the accessibility tool, PurpleCop.
Gian Wild spent six years on the W3C Web Content Accessibility Guidelines Working Group, the
W3C Evaluation and Repair Tools Working Group and the W3C Authoring Tools Accessibility
Guidelines Working Group. She spent six years contributing to the development of WCAG2.
Gian is often asked to speak at both web and accessibility conferences around the world,
including in the United States, Europe, South America and Canada. She spoke at the United
Nations on the importance of accessibility at the Eighth session of the Conference of States
Parties to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.
In addition to her accessibility work, Gian is often asked to judge the accessibility aspect of web
awards, having previously judged the Web Directions McFarlane Award, been the Accessibility
Judge for FullCodePress (build a web site in a day) twice and has been the Accessibility Judge
for the Australian Web Awards three years running.
Company Profile
AccessibilityOz is an accessibility consultancy based in Australia and the United States.
AccessibilityOz offers a range of accessibility services and products to organizations and
Government departments around the world.
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Arlec Australia Pty Ltd
Mr. Balu Jega Managing Director Arlec
Biography
Mr. alu Jega is the Managing Director of Arlec Australia, an electrical product manufacturer that
sells a wide variety of electronic devices and products. Balu joined the company in 1992 and has
garnered a reputation as a strong and decisive leader who values the employees he manages.
In his position, Balu is responsible for managing the company to ensure all the departments are
functioning properly in terms of finance, sales, marketing, purchasing and engineering. He
attributes his success to his innovative thinking and marketing skills.
Prior to attaining his current position, Balu’s past experience exposed him to all the facets of
the industry and allowed him to gain firsthand experience in the industry’s processes and
procedures. He served as a Materials Manager at Intel Corporation. He was with the company
for five years before he joined Cummins Diesel, before subsequently being promoted to
Operations Manager at Siemens Enterprise Communications. In his current role as Arlec
Australia’s Managing Director, Balu is responsible for ensuring a sound future direction and
profitability that continue to reflect Arlec’s product leadership stance in all of its markets.
Balu holds an Honors Bachelor of Science from London City University and in 1992 was awarded
a Master’s in Business Administration from Australia’s Victoria University of Technology.
Company Profile
The full Arlec inventory, representing thousands of products, is a constantly evolving synthesis
of cutting-edge technology, ever-changing manufacturing processes, and design innovation. .
From the latest energy-efficient LED sensor lights to switches made from the world’s most
environmentally friendly plastics, we benchmark all our products against criteria of innovation,
energy efficiency, recyclability and code-compliant fabrication.
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Australian Embassy, Washington, D.C. Mr. Anthony Murfett
Minister Counsellor (Industry, Science and
Education)
Australian Embassy in Washington DC
Biography Mr. Anthony Murfett is the Minister Counsellor (Industry, Science and Education) at the
Australian Embassy in Washington DC. Anthony's role is to develop and implement strategies to
strengthen Australia's engagement with the industry and innovation, science, research and
education systems in the US and Canada.
Prior to this role, Anthony was the General Manager of the Growth Centres Branch within the
Australian Government Department of Industry, Innovation and Science. His key responsibility
was advising the Australian Government on the policy, design and implementation of the
Industry Growth Centres Initiative. The Industry Growth Centres Initiative is the centrepiece of
the Australian Government's new industry policy direction and part of the Industry Innovation
and Competitiveness Agenda.
Previously, Anthony has been the General Manager of the Productivity and Competitiveness
Branch and the Precincts and Coordination Branch. In these roles he was responsible for
advising the Australian Government on matters such as sectoral policy advice, IP policy,
strategic industry policy and programmes such as the Industry Innovation Precincts Programme.
Anthony has also worked across a number of areas within the industry and innovation
portfolios within the Australian Government. These include the Australian Research Council and
IP Australia (Australian Patent Office). Anthony's educational background is in biotechnology
and immunology (including a Bachelor of Science (Honours) from the Australian National
University).
Company Profile
The Embassy of Australia in Washington, D.C. is the diplomatic mission of the Commonwealth
of Australia to the United States. The chancery is located on Embassy Row at 1601
Massachusetts Avenue NW, at Scott Circle in Washington, D.C.
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BlueChilli
Mr. Sebastien Eckersley-Maslin
Founder and CEO
BlueChilli
Biography Mr. Mr. Sebastien Eckersley-Maslin launched BlueChilli in 2010, frustrated by the Australian
economy’s unhealthy bias on investing in the resources and property sectors.
Through his revolutionary venture technology concept, Sebastien has redesigned the business
model for the early stage investment and development of technology startups.
BlueChilli works with non-technical entrepreneurs, investors and corporate customers to build,
grow and invest in great new tech startup ventures. The company’s goal is to build a startup
portfolio valued in excess of AUD1 Billion by 2020.
Headquartered in Sydney with incubator spaces in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, the
company has portfolio startups in most Australian capitals, the US and Canada.
BlueChilli invests technology IP, expert advice and early-stage funding in the startups it creates
via a rigorous accelerator program curriculum, a dedicated product development team and the
AUD10M BlueChilli Venture Fund, one of the few funds to gain ESVCLP status in Australia since
2007. Sebastien has received many awards, including E&Y entrepreneur of the year finalist in
2013, three time Anthill 30 under 30 recipient, most inspirational engineer nominee for IEAust
and top post graduate researcher at UNSW in 2007 for his patented technology in landing UAVs
autonomously on warships.
Company Profile
BlueChilli helps talented founders build businesses using our purpose-built methodology
designed to accelerate a startup’s path to launch, growth and scale.
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Commonwealth Bank of
Australia Mr. Leon Allen
Managing Director-
Government, Health, Education & Social Infrastructure
Commonwealth Bank
Biography
Mr. Leon Allen serves as the Managing Director for the Commonwealth Bank in Brisbane,
Australia. He is experienced at delivering innovative financing solutions and transformative
technology in the areas of government, health, education, and social infrastructure. Before
stepping into his current role as Managing Director, he served the Commonwealth Bank as the
Head of Institutional Banking and Markets for corporate, governmental, and other major
institutions within the state of Queensland.
One of his many professional interests is in the infrastructure of the city of Brisbane and the
state of Queensland. He has also published articles about finance and investment as relates to
Australia’s healthcare model and to payment services in the Gold Coast, sharing his expertise in
the finance industry with others.
Company Profile
CommBank Australia's leading provider of integrated financial services and the most recognized
brand in the Australian financial services industry.
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DNA Security Solutions Ms. Tania Jolley
Co-Founder & Managing Director
DNA Security Solutions
Biography
Tania is a passionate entrepreneur who relishes the disruptive nature of looking differently at
industries and solving problems.
Tania is highly experienced, with a reputation for taking new technologies to the market place
and successfully commercializing them. Tania is a passionate business leader, having owned
two previous businesses; both having achieved successful exits. She is committed to continuous
improvement, developing and implementing strategies to transform business and achieving
sustainable outcomes.
DNA Security Solutions is another example of this skill. This business has added significant value
to the community through improvements in the security industry which has a positive impact
on the community at large and our customers' bottom line.
Tania is joint founder and Managing Director of DNA Security Solutions who were recognized
with a National Anthill Business Award in 2013 for ‘Coolest Company in Australia (Micro)’,
which recognises innovation and business vision. Tania was also a finalist in the My Business
Action Coach 2013 awards for Women entrepreneurs.
Tania is a member of the highly respected business women’s organisation Behind Closed Doors.
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DNA Security Solutions Mr. Andrew Taft
Operations Manager
DNA Security Solutions
Biography
Andrew Taft got his start in the technology industry as the Managing Director of Technotronics,
which he built, to become the largest independent installer of electronics devices in South
Australia. From there he used his experience in electronics to become the owner of Top Gear
Electronics, the largest independent importer of car-specific GPS, multimedia and security
systems. Currently he is the owner of DNA Security Solutions, a research-and-development firm
that specializes in criminal marking systems.
Company Profile
By raising the risk of capture and conviction DNA Security Solutions products intensifies a
criminal’s fear of being caught - to the point where they will abandon their plans in search of a
softer target. This makes our products some of the most powerful and long lasting criminal
deterrents on the market today.
DNA forensic evidence is critical in being able to place the criminal at the crime scene while the
crime was being committed.
We are Australia’s most innovative security company, designing and developing market leading
security technology to businesses and families across Australia to secure them against an attack
from criminals who see them as a soft easy target for crime.
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Montgomery Fazzone PLLC
Mr. Patrick B. Fazzone
Attorney
Montgomery Fazzone PLLC
Biography
Patrick B. Fazzone advises and assists clients in sophisticated commercial transactions,
corporate law, technology transfers and international trade law. His clients include U.S. and
overseas private and quasi-governmental entities, including those in high technology industries.
For more than twenty-five years Patrick B. Fazzone has counseled U.S. and overseas-based
clients doing business in the United States and internationally. His assistance to clients has
included strategic legal advice on commercial transactions and on project and trade financing,
advice on import-export issues, corporate and tax planning, intellectual property protection,
government procurement, immigration and business mobility issues, and advice on other key
commercial and regulatory issues confronted by start-up and growth-oriented companies. He
has also advised and assisted clients on the negotiation, structuring and financing of major
infrastructure projects throughout the U.S. and the Asia Pacific region. His clients range from
large-scale commercial enterprises to start-ups, small to mid-sized entities, joint ventures and
quasi-government entities. Mr. Fazzone is well-versed in the drafting, negotiation and
execution of the various types of commercial agreements necessary to the establishment and
operation of these business entities both in the United States and overseas.
About Company
Our seasoned lawyers offer practical experience, always current legal expertise, and the
professional judgment required to overcome the obstacles that threaten successful business
outcomes. Our operating landscape extends from the board room to the court room, from the
White House to the halls of Congress. Our practice framework extends from representation in
complex commercial transactions, international trade, government contracting and public
policy, to business law and corporate planning. Disputes sometimes arise. When they do, we
are zealous advocates, whether in private alternative dispute resolution, government
administrative proceedings, civil litigation, or criminal investigations and prosecutions.
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National Australia Bank (NAB) Mr. Mark Siebert
Head of Specialized Finance
Northern Hemisphere
National Australia Bank (NAB)
Profile
Mark joined NAB in 1993 and has over 26 years of investment banking experience in project
and structured finance. He has an honours degree in geophysics from the University of Adelaide
and spent the early part of his career working in the oil and gas industry. Mark also holds a PhD
in Finance from the EDHEC Risk Institute and Master’s degree in Finance from Macquarie
University, is a Fellow of the Financial Services Institute of Australasia.
At NAB, Mark specializes in financing needs of the energy, utilities, infrastructure and natural
resources sectors.
In the past, Mark has also been responsible for the credit risk team for Specialised Finance,
covering all the bank’s lending and derivative exposures to the Power, Utilities, Infrastructure,
Natural Resources and Leverage Finance sectors. This role has also involved the establishment
of ESG Risk capability within the bank with particular focus on building risk identification
frameworks and policy settings for sensitive industries.
Mark moved to New York at the start of 2015 to establish the Specialised Finance business with
a focus on supporting the capital needs of our client base in the Infrastructure sectors. This role
also covers the UK and Western Europe. Prior to relocating to New York Mark headed the Asia
Specialised Finance business, based in Singapore as well as the global Export Credit Agency
operations.
Company Profile
National Australia Bank Limited is an Australia-based company. It is engaged in banking
services, credit and access card facilities, leasing, housing and general finance, international
banking, investment banking, wealth management, funds management, life insurance, and
custodian, trustee and nominee services.
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OceanaGold Corporation
Mr. Darren Klinck
Executive Vice President
Head of Corporate Development
Biography Darren brings a broad range of international capital markets & transactions experience within the
mining and metals sector across the Americas & Australasia. As a member of the executive team,
Darren is responsible for overseeing the corporate development function of the organization which
includes mergers & acquisitions, equity capital markets/investor relations, corporate
communications/external affairs and manages the Company’s strategic investment portfolio. Prior
to joining OceanaGold, Darren held a senior role with a Canadian-based, precious metals
development and exploration company focused in Latin America. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce
degree from the Haskayne School of Business at the University of Calgary.
Mr. Mark Chamberlain
Executive Vice President
Chief Financial Officer
Biography Mark Chamberlain has over 30 years’ experience covering a broad range of financial disciplines with
a particular focus on treasury, capital markets, risk management and mergers and acquisitions.
Mark has over 17 years’ experience in the mining industry, primarily in the gold and multi-product
mining space gained from senior finance functions at Newcrest Mining Limited, Western Mining
Corporation Limited and external consulting. He is a qualified lawyer and a Fellow of CPA Australia.
Company Profile
OceanaGold is a mid-tier, multi-national gold producer delivering superior shareholder returns in a safe and sustainable manner by developing and operating high-quality assets.
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U.S. Commercial Service
Ms. Georgina Harrowell
Commercial Specialist
U.S. Commercial Service
Biography
Georgina Harrowell is a Commercial Specialist with the U.S. Department of Commerce. Georgina
works with companies in the Education/Training Services, Environmental Technologies, Pollution
Control, Renewable Energy and Water Resources industry sectors. She also assists with the
promotion of SelectUSA. In June 2016 she led an Australian delegation to WasteEXPO held in Las
Vegas.
Prior to joining the U.S. Commercial Service, Georgina worked at the American Chamber of
Commerce in Australia (“AmCham”). A highlight of her time at AmCham was coordinating
AmCham’s Innovation Mission to California in 2015. The Mission started in San Diego and
culminated in Silicon Valley; and delegates saw first-hand how the most innovative Californian
companies managed operations. Prior to AmCham, Georgina worked in the International Programs
office at the Federal Court of Australia, Australian International Dispute Centre and Wellington
College in the United Kingdom.
Georgina holds a Bachelor of International and Global Studies from The University of Sydney.
Georgina also studied abroad at the University of Bergen, Norway. In 2016 she will complete her
Masters of American Studies at the United States Studies Centre, Sydney, where she is the recipient
of the Susan B. Anthony Scholarship.
Company Profile
The U.S. Commercial Service, Australia helps U.S. companies do business in Australia by finding
agents, distributors, representatives, and end users for U.S. products and services.
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UniQuest
Dr. Dean Moss
Chief Executive Officer
UniQuest Pty Limited
Biography
A UQ alumnus, Dean Moss has 30 years’ experience in science, academia, business, management
and commercialization in Australia, USA and the UK.
He has been managing director or senior business development executive of several health and
biotech companies worldwide, including Agen Biomedical, Launch Diagnostics, AMRAD ICT, AMRAD
Biotech, and United Drug. He established his own start-up business in the UK, York Medical
Technologies. Prior to moving into the commercial world, Dean was principal R&D scientist at Agen
Biomedical. He also worked as an NHMRC research scientist at the Princess Alexandra Hospital, the
Royal Brisbane Hospital and the Queensland Institute of Medical Research. He is a recipient of the
Campion-Ma-Playoust Memorial Award for Medical Research. Dean is a board member of several
Australian companies and was a member of the investment committee of the pre-seed venture
funds Uniseed, the Medical Research Commercialization Fund and the New Zealand Government’s
KiwiNet. He is a current member of the NHMRC Health Innovation Advisory Committee. He has
contributed to raising over $100m in venture capital investment.
Company Profile
UniQuest is The University of Queensland's main commercialization company. UniQuest specializes
in industry-university collaborations, global technology transfer, and provide access to UQ's world-
class expertise, intellectual property and facilities. Its mission is to commercialize UQ's intellectual
property, expertise and research outcomes to create demonstrable value for UQ, for society, and to
do so in a way that is financially self-sustaining.
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