What we’re about
Perth AI Innovators is a vibrant community of AI enthusiasts, developers, and innovators based in Perth to democratise Artificial Intelligence (AI), especially in Australia.
Perth AI Innovators was founded by Adi Tedjasaputra and Eunice Sari in early 2024 with the following vision and mission statement
❤️ Vision ❤️
We are dedicated to becoming a platform-agnostic community to democratise Artificial Intelligence (AI) by making AI knowledge and skills accessible to everyone and leveraging the unique strengths of this technology to drive innovation in technology design and development, contributing to the global AI ecosystem.
❤️ Missions: ❤️
We strive to build a diverse and inclusive community where enthusiasts, professionals, and newcomers can collaborate, learn, and innovate together. By fostering a culture of openness and support, we aim to break down barriers to AI adoption and drive forward technological advancements that benefit all sectors of society.
As a platform-agnostic community, we aim to:
- To create a future where AI empowers and benefits everyone.
- To drive AI advancements with a focus on ethical and equitable development.
- To lead programs that educate and inspire individuals from all backgrounds.
- To build a network that supports and amplifies diverse voices in AI.
- To be at the forefront of creating an inclusive and innovative AI future.
❤️ What We Do: ❤️
We organise regular meetups featuring workshops, seminars, hackathons, and guest lectures from industry experts. These events provide opportunities for members to learn about the latest trends in AI, share their projects, and collaborate on new ideas.
👥 Who Should Join: 👥
Our group is open to anyone interested in AI, regardless of their level of expertise. Whether you're a seasoned developer, a student, a researcher, or just an AI enthusiast, you're welcome to join us.
❓ Why Join Us: ❓
By joining Perth AI Innovators, you'll have the opportunity to network with like-minded individuals, learn from experts in the field, and collaborate on exciting projects. You'll also get the chance to enhance your skills and knowledge in AI technology design and development.
🦄 Meetup Activities: 🦄
Our meetup activities include but are not limited to:
- Workshops: Hands-on sessions where we explore different AI platforms and technologies.
- Seminars: Sessions where we discuss the latest trends and developments in AI.
- Hackathons: Competitive events where we put our skills to the test and learn from each other.
- Show and Tell: Opportunities for members to showcase their projects and receive feedback.
- Guest Lectures: Talks from industry experts sharing their knowledge and experience.
We look forward to seeing you at join our meetup and become our partner to achieve the vision and mission of Perth AI Innovators.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Building AI-Powered Innovation LabsThe Platform, Perth
Join us for the Perth AI Innovators Meetup in May as we explore how to build and scale AI-powered innovation labs within organizations. This event will provide you with practical insights into creating environments where AI can thrive.
AI innovation labs are at the heart of many successful digital transformation strategies. These dedicated spaces enable teams to experiment, prototype, and deploy AI-driven solutions that solve real-world problems and drive competitive advantage.
Whether you're a technical expert, a business leader, an academic, or a student interested in artificial intelligence, this meetup features two dynamic sessions tailored to different perspectives:
- Joshua Morley **will speak about the criticality of an innovation lab, why the innovation lab must be led by a CINO/CAIO that sits outside the CIO/CTO reporting line and the existential cost that businesses that fail to transform will pay.
- Dr Viet Pham will explore why data with high quality and transparency is critical for AI applications and how organisations can build a strong data foundation to unlock value from their data. I’ll also showcase how ReOrc's AI-powered data platform empowers businesses to seamlessly govern the data journey, from consolidation, organisation, transformation, and metrics formulation to analytics use cases. With such a journey, we ensure data readiness for AI-driven insights. Join us for an interactive demo and experience firsthand how the proper data foundation can drive innovative and efficient decision-making and innovation.
This meetup is a fantastic opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, share ideas, and spark collaborations.
Who Should Attend
- Business Leaders: Learn how AI labs can align with strategic goals and deliver business value.
- Technical Professionals: Discover how to lead and execute impactful AI projects within an innovation lab.
- Academics and Students: Gain insights into the evolving role of AI innovation labs in education and research.
- Startups and Entrepreneurs: Explore ways to create or collaborate with AI labs to drive growth and innovation.
What You'll Gain
- A deeper understanding of the role of AI innovation labs in driving organisational success
- Strategies for structuring and resourcing an AI innovation lab
- Insights into fostering collaboration between technical and business teams
- Networking opportunities with like-minded professionals, researchers, and students in Perth's AI ecosystem
Agenda
- 5:00 PM: Welcome & Networking
- 5:30 - 7:15 PM: Talks and Workshops
- 7:15 PM: Closing
Speakers
Joshua Morley, Global Head of AI and Analytics, Akkodis
A globally awarded thought leader in AI, data & technology. Joshua is the Global Head of AI, Data & Analytics at Akkodis and the Chief Scientific Officer of a new corporate-backed AI business. Joshua has advisory board positions, including for "The College of Professional Studies" at the University of Denver. He is recognised as a distinguished lecturer across international industry bodies and several prestigious universities. Joshua champions diversity, inclusion, and neurodiversity in tech and innovation. His mission is to harness AI for the benefit of humanity and to make a profound positive impact on the world.Dr Viet Pham, CTO, Recurve.ai
Dr Pham holds a PhD in Information Security from the University of London and has 15+ years of experience in data, AI, and system architecture. He was formerly the Chief Data Scientist at Lazada Vietnam, leading operations research, market forecasting, and fraud detection. As co-founder and Chief Architect of PowerSell, he built analytical and operational platforms for e-commerce merchants. He has also developed distributed computing systems for nuclear physics research institutions like CERN and the University of Helsinki. Passionate about the intersection of data, AI, and large-scale systems, he advises enterprises on technical strategy and implementation, helping them harness AI-driven insights and build scalable data infrastructure. Following this passion as CTO of ReOrc, he is building a next-generation data platform to help businesses solidify their data foundations and scale AI-driven insights.Josh (Adi) Tedjasaputra, Director, Customer Experience Insight Pty Ltd and Co-Founder, Perth AI Innovators
With 20+ years in AI, business, product management, and software engineering, Josh has delivered AI-powered solutions that drive sustainable business growth. His expertise spans electronic engineering, technology education, and business administration, focusing on designing scalable, resilient AI systems for digital transformation.====
Light refreshments will be provided.
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- AI and CybersecurityThe Platform, Perth
As cybersecurity threats evolve, so does the role of AI in defense strategies. In this exciting meetup, we will dive into how Artificial Intelligence is revolutionizing the way businesses, organizations, and individuals protect themselves from emerging threats in the digital landscape. This event will feature two dynamic sessions: one business-oriented and one for technical enthusiasts.
- Business Session (5:30 PM – 6:15 PM):
In the first session, we’ll explore how AI is shaping cybersecurity strategies and transforming proactive defense measures. We’ll discuss real-time threat detection, anomaly detection, and automated response systems. Learn how AI tools help businesses identify vulnerabilities, mitigate risks, and protect valuable data. Whether you're in management, operations, or strategy, this session will provide actionable insights into safeguarding your business and assets with AI technology. - Technical Session (6:15 PM – 7:30 PM)
In the second session, we’ll take a closer look at the technical aspects of AI in cybersecurity. Understand the tools and algorithms used to enhance real-time threat detection and automate security responses. Learn how AI-powered systems are applied to anomaly detection and how machine learning models can improve accuracy and reduce false positives in threat identification.
What You'll Gain:
- A clear understanding of the latest AI technologies enhancing cybersecurity.
- Practical insights into how AI can help mitigate risks and defend against emerging threats.
- Tools and strategies for identifying vulnerabilities and automating responses.
- Networking opportunities with fellow technical experts, business professionals, and academics.
Who should attend
- Business professionals interested in understanding the strategic value of AI in cybersecurity
- Technical experts looking to explore cutting-edge AI tools for real-time threat detection and risk mitigation
- Academics seeking insights into the intersection of AI and cybersecurity
- Students interested in the latest trends and technologies shaping the future of cybersecurity
Agenda
- 5:30 PM: Welcome & Networking
- 5:40 PM: Business Session
- 6:15 PM: Break
- 6:20 PM: Technical Session
- 7:20 PM: Q&A & Closing
Light refreshments will be provided.
RSVP now and be part of the AI revolution in Perth!Speaker
Vanessa Van Beek, Senior Director, Avanade
Vanessa leads the Australian Cyber Security capability at Avanade, leveraging the power of Accenture and Microsoft's ecosystem. She works with CISOs and CxOs to build cyber-resilient organisations. As the Australian Security Executive, she ensures all solutions Avanade delivers across the Cloud, Business Applications, Data and AI, and Modern Workplace are secure by design. She executes and delivers high-impact cyber resilience strategies. She is a people leader who adapts to win hearts and minds, gutsy and courageous. She has a background in incident management, security operations, platform and architecture. She has led through multiple major incidents, managed difficult stakeholders, and led with strong communications. She has built robust assurance practices, including testing, threat hunting and red teaming. I can provide CISO capabilities, including cyber strategy, policy, governance, board reporting and risk reduction. She works with executives to make risk-informed decisions and improve business value.Sponsors
- Business Session (5:30 PM – 6:15 PM):
