Meet the Experts

Experts

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  Cameron Borley

  Cameron Borley is a dynamic professional serving as the Head of Finance and Procurement Technology at Coles Group. With a proven track record of success in the field, he leads the strategic implementation of technology solutions to drive efficiency and optimize financial and procurement processes within the organization.

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  Francois-Xavier Botta

  François-Xavier is a seasoned IT executive with over 25 years of experience in SAP-driven IT management, with deep expertise in supply chain and procurement. He has successfully led the implementation and management of SAP ERP and SAP Ariba solutions across a diverse range of industries, including automotive, retail, chemicals, high-tech, and defense. Currently, François-Xavier leads the digital transformation program for supply chain and procurement at Richemont, the prestigious luxury group behind iconic brands such as Cartier, Montblanc, and Van Cleef & Arpels. In this role, he is driving the strategic adoption of digital technologies to enhance operational efficiency, improve end-to-end visibility, and support Richemont’s continued global growth.

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  Wendy Bowie

  Wendy Bowie is a seasoned Finance Systems Manager with extensive experience in managing and optimizing finance systems and solutions for business-wide finance operations. Specializing in addressing issues within existing systems, Wendy is dedicated to delivering tailored solutions that enhance financial processes and support end users across the organization. With a keen eye for emerging technologies, Wendy also evaluates and assesses new tools and platforms to ensure alignment with the company’s evolving needs. Committed to driving efficiency and innovation, Wendy plays a key role in the continuous improvement of finance systems, bridging the gap between technical and business requirements.

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  Colleen Bramowicz

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  Leo Brooks

  At 12 years old, Leo Brooks became the youngest internet service provider in Upstate New York. Using his mobile hotspot, he connected dozens of schoolmates to the unrestricted internet, both on the school bus and in the classroom, for the price of $1. Over the following years, Leo’s entrepreneurial spirit and desire to tackle new problems led him to build and successfully run a top-rated eBay store, manage a thriving dropshipping website, and oversee social media marketing campaigns for various small businesses. For six years, he also owned and managed a datacenter in his garage, maintaining over 99.9% uptime—even while away at school—by employing his peers as technicians. Building on this foundation of problem-solving, grit, and a constant drive to master his craft, Leo has spent the last four years as an SAP Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) consultant. He focuses on data analytics, product implementations, and master data assessments, honing his expertise through hands-on experience and continuous learning. Notably, he was responsible for the first-ever SAP APM implementation, and has spoken about his experience and shared his insights at conferences around the globe.

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  Craig Brown

  Craig and his team are responsible for the day-to-day support and development of Contact Energy's SAP solution. Even after 30+ years in the SAP game he still enjoys working on SAP solutions that continue to deliver to the bottom line of organisations. At the end of the day, it is all about the people so recently has been supporting Contact's foray into the world of SAP Fiori. Outside of work Craig enjoys gardening, watching sport and being an empty nester.

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  Kerry Brown

  Kerry Brown is the Professor of Employment and Industry in the School of Business and Law at Edith Cowan University, Perth, Australia. She is Immediate Past President and a Board Member (since 2016) of the Australia and New Academy of Management (ANZAM) and Board Member and Program Leader for the Governance and Organisational Planning Program of the Asset Institute. As an Executive Board Member and Founding Fellow of the International Society for Engineering Asset Management (ISEAM) since 2007; member, Standards Australia Mirror Committee MB019 Asset Management (since 2009) and, member of International Standards Organisation ISO TC251 to develop an International Standard (ISO 55000) for physical assets and asset systems, has significant expertise in Asset Management. Professor Brown specialises in research and publishing in areas of organisational management; collaboration, networks and business clusters; capability, strategy, management and policy for infrastructure asset management; public management and policy, gender and workforce issues and, negotiation.

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  Tim Bryant

  Tim is a highly accomplished sales leader with over 20 years of experience in Business Applications, specializing in Human Resource software for more than 17 years. As the Vice President & Head of SuccessFactors ANZ, Tim leads SuccessFactors Australia for the Southern Region. With a primary focus on maximizing employee engagement and productivity, Tim strives to improve customer satisfaction by enabling organizations to deliver exceptional people experiences. He leads a talented and passionate team dedicated to fulfilling the people objectives of their customers using industry-leading technology. Tim's extensive knowledge and expertise in Human Resource software, coupled with his strong leadership skills, contribute to the success of organizations in achieving their people-centric goals. His commitment to driving positive outcomes for customers makes him a valuable asset in the field of HR technology.

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  Robert Budic

  Robert is the managing director of Turnkey Consulting in Australia, a global leader in Identity, Application Security & Risk Management. With over 25 years of delivery experience in Security, Governance, and Identity & Access Management, Robert has been a thought leader and a trusted advisor for companies running SAP at the heart of their business. With a focus on building long-term partnerships, Robert champions a client-centric approach, delivering measurable results that address the complexities of cybersecurity and risk management.

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  Justin Bullock

  Justin Bullock is the Consulting Director at cbs Corporate Business Solutions Australia, where he leads end-to-end SAP transformation programs that help organisations modernise their digital core and unlock enterprise value. With over 25 years of experience in SAP consulting, he has held senior leadership roles in SAP’s APAC and ANZ services businesses, program delivery, and…