Panel | Finding Value in the age of Applied and Generative AI

Bio

Dilip Madhava Raju | AI and Cloud Solutions Leader – Southern Hemisphere | GHD | Australia

Dilip Raju is a distinguished Technology Leader in AI and cloud solutions, currently overseeing operations as Southern Hemisphere Lead in these domains at GHD. With a profound expertise in advanced technologies and a strategic leadership role, Dilip is instrumental in driving the adoption and innovation of AI across the enterprise. Dilip holds a pivotal position in shaping the technological landscape, aligning cutting-edge AI capabilities with business objectives to deliver transformative results.With a keen focus on leveraging the latest advancements in AI and cloud computing, Dilip continuously seeks to transform traditional business models and workflows into innovative, tech-driven operations.

Dilip was instrumental in a project that earned the Victorian State AIIA Government and Public-Sector Solution of the Year Award. Dilip brings a wealth of consulting experience in digital technologies, with a notable track record in the government sector. This background has equipped Dilip with the unique ability to navigate the complexities of public administration, leveraging innovative digital solutions to enhance efficiency. Beyond just work, Dilip has a real passion for developing product strategies and developing bespoke solutions, showing a strong commitment to pushing the envelope in technology.

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Apurv Baviskar- Enterprise Data Architect | Medibank Pvt Ltd| Australia

Apurv is a driven, motivated, multi-faceted Senior leader with over 18 years of global experience in data and AI space. In his current role, He heads the enterprise data, AI, and data management strategy and architecture for Medibank Group, enabling data/AI-driven decision-making, CX and service, ESG, Customer Trust, data governance and security. Apurv has also established and implemented data and AI management/ governance frameworks, standards, and policies to ensure data quality, security, and compliance which helped Enterprise deliver Ethical and trusted data and AI solutions.
In his previous roles, he has worked with diverse and leading organizations across the APAC region, such as Financial services, Telcos, Supply chain, utilities to deliver data, AI, Gen AI solutions, resulting in significant business outcomes > $50 million in benefits, cost savings, and customer trust/satisfaction helping > 10 million customers. He is also passionate about mentoring in community groups like Toastmasters and actively learn from people.

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Dr Nicola Pastorello| Global Lead – Advanced Analytics | Bluescope Steel| Australia

Nicola is an experienced data scientist with expertise spanning data analytics, software development, and DevOps. He currently leads the global Advanced Analytics team at BlueScope, overseeing the development, delivery, and integration of software solutions across various regions. Nicola’s team is at the forefront of implementing cutting-edge solutions to enhance manufacturing and supply chain operations globally. Beyond his direct contributions, Nicola is committed to establishing robust foundations and best practices for regional teams, ensuring they have the tools and knowledge needed to excel. He plays a pivotal role in educating and upskilling these teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence in AI and data science applications. With a rich background
in data science, Nicola has a proven track record of building and growing technical teams that tackle diverse challenges, from time series analysis to computer vision and natural language processing.