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Kim Beazley

Kim Beazley

ALP Leader

The Honourable Kim Beazley, Federal Member for Brand, served in the Federal Parliament from1980. His Ministerial career began in 1983 with the first Hawke Government and matured into his election as Leader of the Opposition and Leader of the Federal Parliamentary Labor Party in 1996 where he served until the general election in 2001. Kim’s indelible leadership and vision for the future secure his position in the Australian political landscape.

Hon Peter Costello

Hon Peter Costello

Australian Treasurer
The path of politics is not easy; requiring a formidable personality to navigate its many challenges. Peter Costello is just that personality. His 1990 election as MP for Higgins evolved into Liberal Party Deputy Leader (1994), setting the scene for his 1996 transition to Federal Treasurer. It’s in this role Peter enacted his greatest achievements, guiding Australia through significant financial reform including the elimination of Commonwealth debt worth $96 billion; introduction of the GST and cutting income and company taxes, to name but a few. Peter’s best selling memoir recounts his illustrious national and international career and he today continues that contribution as a member of the Independent Advisory Board to the World Bank.

Alexander Downer

Alexander Downer

Foreign Affairs

Alexander’s career has seen him in several key roles on both the corporate and world stage. But it was in the role of Minister for Foreign Affairs (1996-2007) with the Liberal Government of Australia that allowed Alexander to truly make his mark. Today, Alexander enjoys speaking on a wide range of topics that include leadership, regional and global stability, future trends and the art of international negotiation – an indication of the wealth and breadth of knowledge he holds.

Robert Gottliebsen

Robert Gottliebsen

Founder – BRW magazine

Business guru Robert Gottliebsen has received two of journalism’s highest honours for his immense contribution to communicating and commenting on the business and finance sector. The founder of top selling magazines, BRW, Personal Investor and Shares, Robert also shares his considerable experience through television, radio, internet and The Australian newspaper. His wealth of knowledge has educated Australian’s for over 30 years.

Ross Greenwood

Ross Greenwood

Network Finance Editor

Until 2002 Ross Greenwood was the editor-in-chief of the weekly UK magazine Shares, a position he held for four years. He is one of the founders of Shares, which won the UK publishing industry's magazine launch of the year award in 2000. The magazine won three other major journalism and publishing awards. His television experience in the UK includes being a regular commentator on the BBC, CNN, Sky News and Bloomberg. He was a regular presenter of BBC Five Live's key business program, Wake up to Money.

Hon Paul Keating

Hon Paul Keating

Former Prime Minister

Former Prime Minister Paul Keating is considered one of the greatest leaders in our country’s history. His election to the top job was on the strength of his 7 year role as Treasurer, where he was applauded for a range of economic reforms that transformed the Australian economy. His leadership saw the formation of a National Training Authority, superannuation scheme and implementation of the Mabo legislation recognising land rights for indigenous Australians. Paul’s knowledge of international and local issues makes him an engaging and respected speaker.

David Koch

David Koch

Host - Seven's Sunrise

David Koch was a pure finance nerd but it’s hosting Seven’s Sunrise alongside Melissa Doyle that gets him out of bed these days. He's still one of Australia's foremost business and finance commentators and maintains his passion for money matters with nation wide radio appearances and writes finance columns for New Idea and AFR Investor.

Peter Switzer

Peter Switzer

Business Commentator

Peter is Small Business Editor for The Australian newspaper, prolific author and preferred host. Peter regularly appears in a variety of TV, radio programmes and events and publishes in newsprint, online and books. Host of the Qantas on air radio service Talking Business, Peter is also a popular MC and facilitator known for his extensive business knowledge and easy to understand delivery.

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