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| Yvonne Adele |
Technology Expert and Media Commentator
Tech-savvy, exuberant and very funny, Ms Megabyte takes the mystery out of computers and technology to enlighten and educate her audience. (aka) Mega has been entertaining and informing Australian’s for over ten years through television, radio, magazines, internet and her best-selling book Conquer Your Computer. Described by audiences as a ‘breath of fresh air’, Ms Megabyte has drawn praise and admiration for her unique and engaging style. |
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| Dr Deane Hutton |
Futurist, Science and Technology
Dr Deane Hutton is one of Australia’s best-known Science Communicators and Futurists. For more than 25 years, he has been sharing his enthusiasm for science and technology with others through nation-wide television, as well as through books, radio and the internet. His work on television has included programs for the Australian Broadcasting Corporation and Australia's National Nine Network. For 18 years he was a writer-presenter of the international award-winning Curiosity Show, and over 8 years as science presenter on Australia’s top variety program Hey Hey It’s Saturday. |
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| Phil Kearns |
Former Wallaby captain
There is little doubt that Phil Kearns is one of the enduring stars of the rugby fraternity. Renowned as Australia’s most capped hooker, the ten-time captain of the Wallabies has a consistency of character and leadership on and off the field that has earned him the respect and admiration of his peers, fans and the media. Phil’s winning combination of talent, tenacity and determination remained steadfast until his retirement from the field. |
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| Dr Karl Kruszelnicki |
Science Commentator
Dr Karl makes you curious about things you didn’t know existed. It’s his enthusiasm and vast knowledge that makes you sit up and listen. And listen we do. every week to his many radio broadcasts, He makes regular television appearances on Seven’s Sunrise and The ABC's 'Sleek Geeks. His latest book 'Please Explain" is a hit. Audiences are fascinated at his ability to simpify the complex world of physics. An excellent entertainer. |
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| Professor Ian Lowe AO |
Science, Technology and the Environment
Professor Ian Lowe AO, plays a leading role in the innovation and promotion of science and technology, and for the protection and sustainability of the environment. He holds senior positions at several of Australia’s universities, and is the President of the Australian Conservation Foundation. Prof Lowe today consults to all levels of government and private organisations, and is an integral member of several local and international groups targeting science, climate change and sustainability. Prof Lowe has, and continues to make, an immense contribution to science, environment and the Australian way of life. |
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| Dr.James B. Moody |
CSIRO Mgr & 'Inventors' Judge
James Bradfield Moody has amassed an impressive list of credentials in a very short space of time, and for such a young person. Armed with his PhD in innovation theory, James marched into prominence through a host of senior development roles. Currently a CSIRO General Manager, James leads their global development agenda, including creating research projects of international significance and helping Australia gain access to foreign knowledge, infrastructure and intellectual property. He has also been a guest judge on ABC's 'The New Inventors'
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| Paul Scully-Power |
Australia's First Astronaut
His portrait hangs proudly in the National Portrait Gallery in Canberra, honouring a distinguished career across a dizzying array of specialities: technology and strategy, defence and security, aviation and aerospace, ICT, oceanography and education. His contribution has global reach and a long list of awards and recognitions to match. Generally regarded as Australia’s first astronaut, Paul was aboard Challenger on the 13th flight of the space shuttle. |
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| Micah Solomon |
Customer Service Excellence Guru
Micah Solomon is America's top keynote speaker, thought leader, and hands-on consultant on the customer experience, customer service, 21st-century marketing, company culture, leadership, innovation, and social media. His expertise has been featured on NBC, ABC, CBS, and FOX television programming, as well as in Forbes, FastCompany, Inc. Magazine, Bloomberg BusinessWeek, TheWashington Post, and elsewhere. Micah is a successful entrepreneur and business leader himself in a variety of fields, from building industry-leading brands in manufacturing and entertainment to investing in technology behind Apple's Siri. |
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