Professor Tim Boyle
Dr Tim Boyle is a CEO, innovation leader, and global expert in research commercialisation. With over two decades of experience across academia, industry, and government, Tim is renowned for translating scientific research into impactful technologies and services. He currently serves as CEO of ARCS Australia and Adjunct Professor at Swinburne University of Technology, while also contributing as faculty at Singularity University.
Previously, Tim was Director of Innovation & Commercialisation at ANSTO, where he founded and led the nandin Innovation Centre—Australia’s largest community of science-based startups. He has also held senior roles at UNSW, Thomson Reuters, Johnson & Johnson, and University College London, and served as Chair of the global Alliance of Technology Transfer Professionals (ATTP).
Tim is known for building ecosystems that foster deep tech innovation, strategic partnerships, and societal impact. His work bridges the gap between research and real-world application, helping organisations thrive in an increasingly complex and technology-driven world.
Signature Quote
“Innovation happens when people, ideas, and technology collide with purpose.” – Tim Boyle
Topics Tim Can Deliver
- Deep Tech & Design Innovation: Building Future-Ready Organisations
- From Lab to Market: The Art of Research Commercialisation
- Creating Cultures of Innovation in Complex Systems
- The Future of Knowledge Exchange: Global Trends & Local Impact
- Exponential Thinking: Unlocking Growth in the Age of Disruption
- Bridging the Gap: Academia, Industry, and Government Collaboration
- Plus: Custom sessions available on request—Tim is happy to tailor presentations to your audience’s needs.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/timpboyle/
Laura Cowell
Laura Cowell is a CEO, community leader, radio presenter, and advocate for social impact. With a career spanning the corporate, government, and nonprofit sectors, Laura brings a unique blend of lived experience, executive leadership, and strategic insight. She currently serves as Group CEO of Tender Loving Care, Deputy Mayor Sutherland Shire Council and President of the Sutherland Shire Football Association – the first woman to ever hold the position.
In 2025, Laura was named one of The CEO Magazine’s Top 50 Womenof Influence, recognising her ability to drive bold change while staying grounded in compassion and purpose
Named Local Woman of the Year twice, Laura is known for leading with kindness, amplifying underrepresented voices, and turning complex problems into practical action. Whether she’s in the boardroom, on-air, or on the field, she brings honesty, heart, and hope to every conversation.
Signature Quote
“Leadership isn’t about the loudest voice, it’s about listening, showing up, and choosing courage when it counts.” – Laura Cowell
Topics Laura Can Deliver
Laura is an engaging and grounded speaker who can present across a range of subjects tailored for business, leadership, and community audiences. Topics include:
- Leading with Kindness: The New Currency of Business
- Strategic Growth in a Purpose-Driven World
- Amplifying Voices: Inclusive Leadership That Drives Results
- From Volunteer to Visionary: Lessons from Grassroots to Governance
- Invisible Load, Visible Impact: Leading While Living with Disability
- The Business of Belonging: Why Culture Wins Every Time
- Plus: Bespoke topics available on request – Laura is happy to tailor a session based on the needs of your audience.
Ashleigh Daines
Ashleigh Daines is a CEO, community advocate, and sector leader dedicated to empowering families and fostering safe, resilient communities. With over two decades of experience across frontline service delivery and executive leadership, she brings a unique blend of compassion, innovation, and strategic insight to her work. Since 2019, Ashleigh has served as CEO of The Family Co., a leading not-for-profit organisation supporting women, children, and families across Southern Sydney.
Ashleigh’s career spans diverse areas including child and family services, youth and adolescent programs, aged care, homelessness, and domestic violence support. She is also a Board Member of NSW Family Services (Fams), the peak body for NGOs working with vulnerable families in New South Wales.
In 2021, Ashleigh was named a Westfield Local Hero, recognising her leadership in expanding trauma-informed services and rapidly adapting to community needs during the COVID-19 pandemic. She holds a Bachelor of Health Science (Honours) and an Executive MBA from the University of Wollongong.
Ashleigh is known for her ability to lead with empathy while driving systemic change. She is passionate about building collaborative, community-led solutions that empower individuals and families to overcome adversity and thrive.
Signature Quote
“I’m passionate about being able to support and empower individuals to build resilience and overcome adversity.” – Ashleigh Daines
Topics Ashleigh Can Deliver
- Leading Through Crisis: Innovation in Community Services
- Trauma-Informed Practice: Building Safer Systems for Families
- From Grassroots to Governance: Navigating the NFP Landscape
- Empowering Women: Strategies for Safety, Healing, and Growth
- Collaborative Leadership: Partnering for Social Impact
- The Business of Care: Balancing Compassion with Strategy
- Plus: Bespoke sessions available on request – Ashleigh is happy to tailor presentations to suit your audience’s needs.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleigh-daines/
https://www.thefamilyco.org.au/
Brit Fox
As the Co-Founder and CEO of NEVAM CX, I lead a passionate team dedicated to revolutionizing the way brands understand and optimize their customer experiences. With over six years of experience in marketing technology and digital transformation, I have a proven track record of delivering innovative and impactful solutions for clients across various industries.
My role encompasses driving growth, overseeing business operations, and spearheading sales initiatives. With a deep commitment to delivering value and innovation, I collaborate closely with our team to ensure NEVAM CX remains at the forefront of customer experience visualization technology. I am excited to connect with fellow innovators, brands, and CX enthusiasts to discuss how NEVAM CX can empower your organization to deliver exceptional experiences and drive business success.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanynfox/
Terry Likidis
Terry brings a wealth of business experience from working for small, medium, and large businesses for over 20+ years as a Senior Finance Professional. He has helped businesses to increase profits and meet business objectives. He has learned that, in order to be successful, businesses must know where the health of their business financials stands.
As a results-focused CPA and Bachelor of Business (Accounting) – qualified Finance Professional and a Toastmaster for over 14 years, Terry decided to use his skills and experience and challenge himself by working outside his area of expertise. Terry has been the Business Development Manager for PT Doors, a Garage Door specialist based in Menai, for over three years.
PT Doors, a Google 5 Star Rated, Family-owned business, based in the Shire for over 16 years has won many Awards including the Sutherland Shire Business Awards –“Exceptional Trade and Service”, and has been and currently is a Finalist in the Australian Small Business Champion Awards. They have a showroom in Menai and can assist with all New Garage doors and Motors as well as Gate Motors, repairs and service, and emergency after-hours work.
Throughout Terry’s career, he has been described as a passionate, dedicated, disciplined, and adaptable team player who doesn’t shy away from a challenge and is relentless in the pursuit of excellence.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/terrylikidis/
Deborah Power
Deborah Power is a Chartered Accountant and CFO with more than 25 years of experience in financial strategy, mentoring and leadership. She has held senior roles with global companies like LVMH and the Manpower Group, and today supports small and medium businesses as a fractional CFO and financial strategist.
Deborah is the founder of Your Finance Team and The Female CFO—initiatives created to help women in business build profitable, cash flow-rich companies with confidence. Through one-on-one mentoring and tailored financial programs, she empowers business owners to understand their numbers and take control of their financial future.
Now based in Sydney, Deborah draws on her corporate background to demystify business finances and help women create the business—and lifestyle—they dream of.
Signature Quote
“The Female CFO™ was created to inspire financial potential in Women in Business, so they are confident, cash flow rich, profitable, and have financial choice.”
Topics Deborah Can Deliver
- Financial Literacy for Female Business Owners
- Creating a Cash Flow Abundant Business
- Money Management
- Business Finances
- Profit Growth
- Money Mindset
https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahpower1/
Email me at: deborahpower@thefemalecfo.com
Schedule an appointment with me at: https://calendly.com/yourfinanceteam/-coaching-growth-strategy-session
Jeanne Zweck
Jeanne brings 25 years of brand and bid experience as founder and CEO of Mint Marketing, an industry-leading branding agency for the Australian and international infrastructure sector’s largest players. Specialising in business communications and bids, Mint has been instrumental in winning over AU$45 billion worth of city-shaping public–private partnership tenders for clients such as Lendlease, Serco, John Holland and Macquarie Capital in the past five years.
Drawing on her gift for strategic thinking, creativity and communication, Jeanne works with CEOs and directors and facilitates stakeholder workshops to distil brand identities, provide clarity of direction, and develop winning strategies for global businesses, consortia and tenders.
Before Mint, Jeanne was Group Marketing Manager for Woods Bagot, where she repositioned the firm as a global thought and design leader in architecture, oversaw marketing and personnel across 12 global offices, and developed a comprehensive internal intranet – a groundbreaking approach within the industry at the time.
Jeanne’s background has imparted her with passion and expertise in social and transport infrastructure, sports and recreation, dynamic not-for-profit organisations, education, and diversity in leadership – areas where she seeks to leverage her marketing and branding acumen to make a difference. She was a delegate to the Global Summit of Women in Tokyo in 2017, and sits on the Social and Media sub-committee for the 2018 Global Summit of Women in Sydney.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeannezweck/
https://www.mintmarketing.com.au/
Our Mission
We are the leading independent voice, resource and partner, supporting and championing for, and on behalf of businesses in the Sutherland Shire.
Our Vision
Our membership represents the Shire’s diverse industries, precincts and businesses. By cultivating a supportive, sustainable environment, together we will create a vibrant business community, with economic opportunity to all.
Our Purpose
Sharing a love for our community, we exist to make the Sutherland Shire the best place for all businesses to thrive.
#ShireThriveEverywhere
Our Values
INTEGRITY * COLLABORATION * INDEPENDENCE * RELEVANCE * MEMBERS-FIRST
CONNECT
We will enhance the value of the Chamber membership by providing opportunities for members to gain access to a sustainable support network, increase visibility of their businesses and build relationships with prospects.
CHAMPION
We will advocate for a strong local and Shire economy. The top priority of the Chamber is to foster economic grown and dynamism for its members and the community as a whole. This requires the Chamber taking the lead on select initiatives in an efficient and bold manner, while collaborating with other organisations on others.
THRIVE
We will support balanced solutions for all business that foster a sustainable culture of vitality, investment, entrepreneurship, promote business and growth and are operating within the Shire.