KEYNOTE SPEAKER – RENEE WOOTTON TOMLIN
Our keynote speaker on day 2 is a pioneering aerospace engineer, sustainability strategist, and proud Tharawal woman who is redefining the future of flight and energy. As CEO and Founder of New Era Energy, Renee is leading ventures that bring together technology, culture, and commerce. She proves that sustainability is not just about reducing impact, but about creating new industries, stronger communities, and long-term value.
Her career has taken her from NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory to Qantas, Western Sydney Airport, and LanzaJet, where she helped scale the global deployment of Sustainable Aviation Fuel. Renee integrates First Nations knowledge with engineering precision and business strategy to design systems that deliver environmental, social, and economic returns. She is also the co-host of the Promoted Podcast and was recognised as one of Australia’s most influential young leaders.
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KEYNOTE – INTRODUCING DR. JORDAN NGUYEN
Join internationally renowned inventor, engineer and futurist Dr Jordan Nguyen as he presents keynote: From Innovation to Impact: Global Tech Unlocking Industry Futures on Day 1 of the Innovative Industries of the Future Conference.
Ideal for leaders across business, government and industry, this session shows how robotics, AI and next-generation technology are transforming regional industries and communities. Audiences will leave with a fresh perspective on the path from innovation to impact across advanced manufacturing, energy, agritech and the circular economy.
Watch Jordan’s introduction VIDEO
DISTINGUISHED SPEAKER – TIM BUCKLEY
One panel we’re especially excited about is Energy, “Shine Bright: how regions can power the world,” bringing together speakers including Tesla, NewVolt and internationally recognised energy analyst Tim Buckley of Climate Energy Finance to unpack the green energy, electrification and decarbonisation opportunities on our doorstep.
Tim Buckley is internationally recognised for his work on energy markets, system transition, and the economics of renewables. His analysis cuts through complexity, connecting policy, infrastructure, and investment in a way that is highly relevant for regions like ours.
Tim will be speaking at the iiF Conference in October and will provide:
-A clear view of where Australia’s energy system is heading
-Insight into the commercial realities of the transition
-Practical implications for regional economies and industries
-An informed perspective to support better local decision-making
For the South West, this is about more than energy. It’s about ensuring the region remains competitive, resilient, and investment-ready. Check out Tim Buckley’s TEDx talk on Australia’s untapped economic potential in the global economic transition.
SOUTH WEST POSITIONED AS KEY INDUSTRIAL GROWTH CORRIDOR
The South West is fast becoming a focal point for industrial development opportunities, with demonstrated economic growth across key sectors including advanced manufacturing, energy, agri-tech and the circular economy.
Bunbury’s recent announcement as one of Western Australia’s Seven Cities signals its pivotal role in supporting the State’s future population growth and industry expansion objectives. More and more WA businesses are finding opportunities in…. READ MORE (Source: Business News)
