AFSA Summit 2025 Program

The program features a full day of presentations and panel discussions with leaders from government, regulators and industry, exploring financial security, regulation, compliance and the future of Australia's credit system.

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Program – Tuesday 18 November 2025

Time Session topic
8:30 am Registration and networking
9:00 am
(5 mins)

Introduction from MC and facilitator

Ross Greenwood
9:05 am
(10 mins)

Welcome to Country

Aunty Joan Bell, proud Wiradjuri and Gadigal woman
9:15 am
(15 mins)

Summit welcome and introduce keynote

Tim Beresford, Chief Executive and Inspector-General in Bankruptcy, AFSA
9:30 am
(25 mins)

Opening remarks and keynote

Hon Dr Andrew Leigh MP, Assistant Minister for Productivity, Competition, Charities and Treasury
9:55 am
(30 mins)

Session 1 – The surprising price of eggs: financial security in uncertain times

A reflection on the credit system, grounded in macro insights.

Speaker to be announced
10:25 am
(30 mins)		 Morning tea
10:55 am
(50 mins)

Session 2 – Building a culture of compliance

A panel discussion exploring what 'culture of compliance' means, why it matters, and the important role played by senior leadership.

Moderator

Jennifer Dobell, Chief Operating Officer, AFSA

Panellists

  • James Calveley, General Counsel APRA
  • Mick Keogh, Deputy Chair ACCC
  • Simon Longstaff, Executive Director, The Ethics Centre
11:45 am
(45 mins)

Session 3 – Concurrents

Concurrent 1: Embedding integrity of the PPS in natural systems

Moderator

Gabbie Gallagher, PPS Registrar, AFSA

Panellists

  • Catherine Ellis, NSW Small Business Commissioner (Acting)
  • Ross Booth, Global General Manager, Redbook
  • Amanda Linton, Chief Executive Officer, Bookkeepers Association

Concurrent 2: Youth and senior perspectives on access to credit

Moderator

Sue Whitaker, National Manager, Official Receiver, AFSA

Panellists

  • Lucas Walsh, Monash University
  • Chris Grice, Chief Executive Officer, Seniors Australia
  • Dr Emma Penzo, Head of Regulatory Policy, Australian Financial Industry Association
12:30 pm
(50 mins)		 Lunch
1:20 pm
(15 mins)		 Session with MC Ross Greenwood
1:35 pm
(50 mins)

Session 4 – Regulating with purpose and acting with impact: AFSA now and into the future

A 'behind the curtains' view of AFSA and how it is engaging with stakeholders to maintain the integrity and effectiveness of the personal insolvency system. The panel will discuss a case study, with each participant adding a different view.

Speaker

Emma Greenwood, General Manager, Regulatory Operations Group, AFSA

Panellists

  • Neville Matthew, National Manager, Education, Integrity and Enforcement, AFSA
  • Mike Hayes, President, ARITA
  • Vicki Staff, National Coordinator, National Debt Helpline
2:25 pm
(30 mins)		 Afternoon tea
2:55 pm
(45 mins)

Session 5 – In conversation: Regulating in modern Australia

The panel will discuss what it means to be a regulator in 2025, collaboration and integration, taking a whole-of-system approach, and dealing with common issues around data and technology.

Moderator/facilitator

Ross Greenwood

Panellists

  • Tim Beresford, Chief Executive, AFSA
  • Brendan Thomas, Chief Executive Officer, AUSTRAC
  • David Allen, Second Commissioner, Front Line Operations, ATO
  • Sarah Court, Deputy Chair, ASIC
3:40 pm
(20 mins)		 Session 6 – Q&A with audience and closing remarks
4:00 pm Enticer and networking drinks
5:00 pm Close

Get in touch

For general questions about the AFSA Summit, email summit@afsa.gov.au.