Step away from the exhibition floor for a thought-provoking lunch on the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion within the energy industry. Hear from an industry led panel and leave with tangible tools on fostering an inclusive workplace.
Wednesday 12 March 2025
12:00pm – 1:30pm
BelleVue Ballroom 2
$140 + GST
Step away from the exhibition floor for a thought-provoking lunch on the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion within the energy industry. Hear from an industry led panel and leave with tangible tools on fostering an inclusive workplace.
Add the Diversity & Inclusion Breakfast to your registration
7:30am | Formalities commence with a Welcome to Country
Address by Community Partner, Grace Molloy from Menopause Friendly Australia
Keynote Address, Dr Tom Verghese
Panel discussion, Lauren Kay, Charlie Gunningham, Alison Van Lent and Marika Markopoulos
9:30am | Event concludes, guests are invited to walk the exhibition floor
Meet our keynote speaker, Dr. Tom Verghese.
Dr. Tom Verghese is a trusted advisor and international consultant specializing in diversity, equity and inclusion. Passionate about organisational development, he designs global learning programs and collaborates with major organizations like BP, Shell, Rio Tinto, Oracle and Mitsubishi. Tom’s multicultural background enriches his insights and his unique approach reflects a rich blend of personal and professional experiences.
Meet our MC, Susan Kreemer Pickford
Susan Kreemer Pickford FIEAust CPEng EngExec NER A Fellow of Engineers Australia and Engineering Executive, Susan joined Engineers Australia as General Manager WA in 2015. Previously, she worked in consulting engineering culminating in senior roles in client management and industry engagement. Susan sits on a number of government and industry advisory committees. She is currently Chair of Curtin University’s Science and Engineering Faculty Advisory Council, a member of the Circular Economy WA steering committee and Board member of the Gravity Discovery Centre. From 2017 to 2018, Susan chaired the National Science Week WA Coordinating Committee and in 2018 received a Women In Technology WA award for her commitment to advancing the engineering profession.