VCCI Age of Intelligence
When: Wednesday 15 October 2025 · 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Where: Melbourne Convention and Exhibiton Centre (map)
AI is reshaping the way we work, lead and grow. Are you ready?
Technology and AI are evolving faster than ever, and organisations that invest in capability today will lead the transformation tomorrow.
Join the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry for a must-attend event that goes beyond the hype to explore how AI is being applied across industries, and what it takes to build the skills, systems and strategies to thrive.
Through a panel of expert speakers, hands-on insights and real-world case studies, we’ll explore:
- Skilling for the AI Economy: What future-ready teams need to know, and how to build internal capability with confidence
- Applied AI in Action: Learn from leading businesses already using AI to drive growth, streamline operations and improve customer experience
- Policy and Governance: Balancing innovation with safety, ethics and IP protection
Keynote speaker: Ray Fleming, Founder of Stratentia
Join us at the Age of Intelligence event, presented in partnership with the FSO Skills Accelerator, where industry and government leaders will explore how AI is transforming decision-making, service delivery and business strategy.
Joining the event is a dynamic panel of leaders shaping Australia’s AI and skills landscape:
- Catherine Toms, Co-Founder of AI Growth Academy, is a strategic consultant helping businesses embed AI tools and habits that drive productivity and growth.
- Patrick Kidd OBE OAM, CEO of Future Skills Organisation, leads national efforts to align education and training with future workforce needs.
- John Galligan, General Manager of Corporate External and Legal Affairs at Microsoft, brings deep expertise in public policy and regulatory compliance across Australia and New Zealand.
- Chris Smith, Head of Innovation at ReadyTech, drives AI and frontier tech initiatives for an ASX-listed company, helping shape Australia’s workforce and innovation agenda.
The event is run by VCCI, supported by the Future Skills Organisation and ReadyTech