EVENT LINEUP | SUBJECT TO CHANGE

7:00 a.m. | Doors open, registration and breakfast

8:45 a.m. | Doors close 

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Michal Herzog (Video) 

Welcome | Jeremy Leibler, Partner, Arnold Bloch Leibler; President, Zionist Federation of Australia

Opening Keynote: Steven Lowy, Principal, LFG

INTERVIEW

David Thodey, Business Leader and University of Sydney Chancellor 

• In conversation with Maayan Hoffman, Head of Strategy, The Jerusalem Post

TED TALK

Admiral Michael S. Rogers, Partner, Aurelius Capital; Former Director of the National Security Agency (NSA); Commander of U.S. Cyber Command, and Chief of the Central Security Service 

PANEL 

A World in Disorder: Israel, Australia and the Future of Global Security
As geopolitical tensions rise and traditional alliances face new pressures, a look at the changing international order, the threats confronting democratic nations and the strategic choices that will shape the next decade.

• Dr. Einat Wilf, Former Member of Knesset

• B.G. (Res.) Professor Jacob Nagel, Senior fellow, Foundation for the Defense of Democracies; Former Head, Israel's National Security Council

• Peter Jennings AO PSM, Executive Director, Peter Jennings Strategy Consultants Pty Ltd.

• Moderator: Anna Ahronheim, Editor, Business & Innovation, The Jerusalem Post

TED TALK

Amjad Taha, Emirati Expert in Strategic and Political Affairs, Analyst and Researcher 

VIDEO

United Israel Appeal

PANEL

The North Rises: Rebuilding Communities, Renewing Hope

• Sivan Yechieli, CEO, i4Valley; General Partner, i4v.fund 

• Yair Miller OAM, Chief Executive Officer, United Israel Appeal Australia

• Edna Weinstock-Gabay, CEO & Director-General, Keren Hayesod–United Israel Appeal

• Moderator: Shanna Fuld, MC, Jerusalem Post Conference

VIDEO

Zaka

PANEL 

When Tragedy Strikes, The Courage to Respond

• Yossi Landau, ZAKA

• Alexandra Edmondson, Bondi Massacre First Responder and Survivor

• Moderator: Maayan Hoffman, Head of Strategy, The Jerusalem Post

AWARD 
The Jerusalem Post Award for Courage, Compassion and Human Dignity

MUSICAL INTERLUDE

BEN ADLER, DIRECTOR OF SHIR, THE AUSTRALIAN JEWISH MUSIC FESTIVAL

PANEL

Beyond Borders, Building New Markets

How Israeli innovation, international trade and strategic partnerships are opening doors to new markets and creating opportunities for economic growth across Australia and the Asia-Pacific.

• Avi Balashnikov, Chairman, Israel Export Institute

• Rex Paki, Papua New Guinea Honorary Trade Commissioner to Australia

• Shmuel Kedmi, CEO, NetZero

• Hai Nakash, CEO, Nax Capital

• Moderator: Anna Ahronheim, Editor, Business & Innovation, The Jerusalem Post

TED TALK

Traumatech Nation by Maayan Hoffman 

PANEL

Beyond Wealth: Family Offices, Investment and Legacy

How family offices and private investors are balancing wealth creation, long-term investment strategies, philanthropy and the responsibility of building a lasting legacy across generations.

• Peter Edwards, Executive Chair, Victor Smorgon Group

• David Ram, Partner & Chief Investment Officer, Goldrock

• Rebecca Zwier, Partner, Arnold Bloch Leibler

• Moderator: Shanna Fuld, MC, Jerusalem Post Conference 

INTERVIEW

Jeremy Leibler, Partner, Arnold Bloch Leibler, President, Zionist Federation of Australia

• In conversation with Maayan Hoffman, Head of Strategy, The Jerusalem Post

PANEL

Investing in Impact and Building Stronger Communities

How philanthropy, innovative financing and strategic partnerships are creating sustainable opportunities, strengthening communities and delivering meaningful social impact.

• Eldan Kaye, VP Development & Partnerships, Ogen

• Sivan Yaari, Founder and CEO, Innovation Africa

• Moderator: Alex Winston, News Editor, The Jerusalem Post

Video & TedTalk Jacob Wytwornik, October 7th Survivor; Participant and Instructor, HaGal Sheli

MDA VIDEO

INTERVIEW

Tony Ziegler, President, Australian Friends of Magen David Adom

• In conversation with Maayan Hoffman, Head of Strategy, The Jerusalem Post

PANEL 

Securing the Jewish Future

How Jewish communities are strengthening identity, developing the next generation of leaders and deepening connections between Israel and the Diaspora in a rapidly changing world.

• Robert Singer, Chairman, Spero; Former CEO, World Jewish Congress

• Rabbi Levi Wolff, Chief Rabbi, The Central Synagogue, Sydney

• Meir Holtz, CEO, Masa Israel Journey

• Zalman Duchman, Executive Director, Colel Chabad

• Moderator: Alex Winston, News Editor, The Jerusalem Post

INTERVIEW

An exclusive conversation with leading Australian investor Alex Waislitz

• In conversation with Maayan Hoffman, Head of Strategy, The Jerusalem Post

LUNCH BREAK

MUSIC BY BEN ADLER, DIRECTOR OF SHIR, THE AUSTRALIAN JEWISH MUSIC FESTIVAL

TED TALK

From the Front Lines to the Frontiers of Cybersecurity | Yonatan Levin, Principal, AlphaDrive Ventures

PANEL

From Private Wealth to Lasting Impact

How family offices and philanthropic foundations are leveraging private capital to fuel innovation, support entrepreneurship and create meaningful, lasting change.

• Simone Szalmuk-Singer, CEO and Director, ERDI Foundation

• Lillian Kline, Head of Philanthropy, Victor Smorgon Group

• Moderator: Anna Ahronheim, Editor, Business & Innovation, The Jerusalem Post

INTERVIEW

Dr. Mohamed Hagi, Ambassador of Somaliland to the State of Israel

• In conversation with Alex Winston, News Editor, The Jerusalem Post

PANEL

Urban Transformation 

• Ran Belinkis, Founder, Yuvalim - City Boy

• David Chester, Founder, Buy-It Property Consulting

• Moderator: Alex Winston, News Editor, The Jerusalem Post 

PANEL

Changing the Conversation About Israel and the Middle East

• Mozah Alkindi, Writer and Speaker

• Sultan Almentheri, Political Content Creator and Commentator

• Zach Sage Fox, Founder, Think Again

• Moderator: Zoe Sankey, Content Director, Quillette

PANEL 

Confronting Antisemitism and Defending Our Values

As antisemitism challenges Australian campuses, communities and public life, leading voices examine the responsibility of institutions, educators, policymakers and allies to confront hatred and protect democratic values.

• Professor Catharine Lumby, University of Sydney

• Cr Will Nemesh, Former Mayor of Waverley Council

• Ben Adler, Director of SHIR, the Australian Jewish Music Festival

• Colonel Michael Scott, CSC Ret., Founder of the 2023 Foundation

• Moderator: Joel Burnie, Executive Manager, AIJAC

PANEL
Unexpected Allies: Building Bridges in a Divided World

A candid conversation with voices from across cultures and communities who are challenging conventional narratives, standing up for their beliefs and building bridges of understanding with Israel in an increasingly divided world.

• Aysha Al Mujaini, Political Commentator

• Lauren Placks, Co-founder, Ripple Effect 

• Ali Beikzadeh, Iranian-Australian Human Rights Advocate

• Carol Tannous‑Sleiman, Australian Business Leader and Politician 

• Moderator: Zoe Sankey, Content Director, Quillette

PANEL 

Connecting Capital and Opportunity

Australian banking, Israeli capital markets and cross-border investment

• Philip Chronican, Chairman, National Australia Bank; Non-Executive Director, Woolworths Group

• Ron Klein, Executive Vice President, Head of the Economic Department, Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (TASE)

• Sagi Ben Yosef, Managing Partner, Alpha LTI

• Jeremy Lustman, Partner, DLA Piper LLP (US)

• Moderator: Anna Ahronheim, Editor, Business & Innovation, The Jerusalem Post

PANEL

Investing in the Next Generation of Innovation

How venture capital, strategic investment and industry partnerships are turning breakthrough technologies into global businesses and creating new opportunities for collaboration between Israel and Australia.

• Alon Lifshitz, Founding Partner, Aurelius Capital

• Meirav Har Noy, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, MonetaVC

• Michael Schneider, Managing Director, Bunnings Group

• Moderator: Paul Israel, Executive Director, Israel Australia Chamber of Commerce

TED TALKS & INTERVIEW

Finding Your Voice: Courage, Conviction and Resilience

• Sarah Grynberg, Mindset Coach, Speaker, Podcast Creator & Host 

• Erin Molan, Australian Journalist

CLOSING INTERVIEW

Ambassador Hillel Newman, Israeli Ambassador to Australia 

• In conversation with Alex Winston, News Editor, The Jerusalem Post

NATIONAL ANTHEMS

Moriah College Primary School Choir.