AI, Data and Large Language Models

Join us for an insightful panel discussion that delves into the transformative realms of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data, and Large Language Models. As the digital landscape rapidly evolves, understanding these cutting-edge technologies and equipping oneself with the right skills becomes essential for staying relevant in the professional world. Our panel of industry experts will share their knowledge, experiences, and foresights on how individuals can upskill to embrace the future with confidence (this description was written by ChatGPT).

Michelle Mahoney

Executive Director of Innovation, KWM

Michelle is the Executive Director of Innovation at KWM and is responsible for the design and delivery of both the innovation and transformation strategies and portfolios. This includes legal service design, digital strategy, the application of artificial intelligence, future-readiness and innovation thought leadership. Michelle has a diverse and unique knowledge base, combining her strategy and business management with numerous disciplines. She is an Accredited Associate Fellow of AIM, an experienced legal technologist, a certified Prince 2 Project Manager, a certified Prosci Change Manager, a Stanford school Design Thinker, a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt and also holds several Advisory Board appointments for MIT and global legal technology companies. Michelle is passionate about efficiency and change that adds value.

Matthew Ambrose

Analytics Lead, 4CDA

Matthew is the 4CDA Analytics Lead, with over 10-years professional services experience, managing and delivering analytics projects across a variety of industries with a strong focus on asset intensive organizations, including mining and utilities. He has a fundamentally quantitative background with experience in the application of machine learning and statistical techniques and is highly proficient at developing data pipelines for analytically enabled applications. Matt has worked across developing strategic projects to large implementations.

Brendan Payne

Forensic technology and cyber specialist, McGrathNicol

Brendan is a forensic technology and cyber specialist with more than 16 years of experience specialising in digital forensics, cyber incident response, cyber risk and governance, eDiscovery and technology-led investigations. He has undertaken a number of complex digital forensic and technology-led engagements for corporate clients, legal advisors, local and overseas government departments and regulators. Recent engagements include assisting multiple clients with responding to various Royal Commission and Class Action proceedings. His understanding of current cybersecurity trends and threats enables Brendan to help clients respond to cyber breaches and assist with remediation works, as well as provide training in the form of Cyber Resilience Assessments and workshops. As a highly regarded specialist in his field, Brendan has also been engaged as an independent expert to provide evidence in court. His use of industry standard methodologies ensures that the evidentiary value of information recovered is not diminished. His extensive experience spans across a wide range of industries including energy and natural resources, construction, financial services, government, healthcare, insurance, manufacturing, retail and technology.