AI for Good Innovation Factory Australia – Back from Geneva

🌟 AI for Good Innovation Factory Australia – Back from Geneva

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Join us for a special evening as Innovate Australia hosts “AI for Good Innovation Factory – Back from Geneva,” a post-summit showcase and networking event celebrating Australia’s participation in the United Nations’ AI for Good Global Summit in Geneva.

This event highlights the journey of Project Ohm, winner of the AI for Good Innovation Factory Australia, and their founder and CEO Matthew Meszaros, who represented Australia at the AI for Good Global Grand Finale on 9 July 2025.

Hear firsthand reflections from Matthew, along with insights from Matthew as well Peter Kasprzak, Chairman of Innovate Australia, and Dr Adam Osseiran, Co-founder of Innovate Australia, and Oliver Price, 2025 AI for Good Fellow with Global Voices who all attended the four-day summit (8–11 July). They will share key takeaways from the global event, including the innovation trends, policy discussions, and the impact of AI technologies advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

They will be joined by two additional speakers (to be announced), offering diverse perspectives on Australia’s role in global AI innovation and what’s next for our national innovation ecosystem.

Whether you’re in tech, policy, academia or just AI-curious, this is an opportunity to connect, learn, and be inspired by how AI is being used to create a better future — in Australia and beyond.

Places are limited — register now to secure your spot!

🎤 Our Special Guest:

🔹 Deputy Lord Mayor Councillor Bruce Reynolds

Cr Bruce Reynolds is a dedicated community leader and small business owner with over 30 years of experience contributing to the City of Perth. Currently serving as Deputy Lord Mayor, Bruce is committed to fostering growth, innovation, and inclusivity in Perth. He brings extensive experience from diverse fields, including property, marketing, branding, and hospitality, and actively supports not-for-profits and charities as a board member, chair, and volunteer. Passionate about serving his community, Bruce focuses on initiatives that enhance Perth’s reputation as a vibrant, world-class city while addressing the needs of its residents and businesses.

🎤 Our MC/Moderator:

🔹 Peter Kasprzak, Chairman, Innovate Australia

As the Chairman of Innovate Australia, Peter Kasprzak is dedicated to promoting innovation and entrepreneurship. With decades of experience in various industries, Peter is passionate about connecting people and ideas to drive positive change. An enthusiastic user of AI, particularly ChatGPT, Peter appreciates its cutting-edge innovation but also advocates for responsible and ethical use to address potential concerns.

🎙️ Our Presenters:

🔹 Guillem Martinez Roura, Guillem Martínez Roura, AI and Robotics Programme Officer at the United Nations’ International Telecommunication Union (ITU)

Guillem Martínez Roura is the AI and Robotics Programme Officer at the United Nations’ International Telecommunication Union (ITU), where he leads key initiatives under the AI for Good platform. With a background in law, business, and international affairs, Guillem has spent over a decade advancing ethical, inclusive, and impactful AI and robotics solutions. He co-founded ROBOCAT, a grassroots robotics competition for youth, and has become a prominent global voice in emerging tech policy. Based in Geneva, he curates global events, supports frontier innovation, and champions the role of AI in accelerating the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

🔹 Hon. Wilson Tucker – Advisory Board Member, Curtin University’s School of Electrical Engineering, Computing and Mathematical Sciences

Wilson Tucker is a former Member of the Legislative Council of Western Australia, where he represented the Mining and Pastoral Region from 2021 to 2025. With a background as a senior software engineer at companies like Amazon and Expedia, Wilson brought a unique tech perspective to state politics. As co-chair of the Parliamentary Friends of Tech, he championed responsible AI, digital transformation, and startup growth across WA. Now serving on the Advisory Board at Curtin University’s School of Electrical Engineering, Computing and Mathematical Sciences, he continues to advocate for ethical innovation and a stronger connection between policymakers and the tech sector.

🔹 Matthew Meszaros – Project Ohm, Founder – 🏆Winner of AI for Good Innovation Factory Australia

Matthew Meszaros is the founder of Project Ohm, an initiative revolutionizing AI-powered sustainable energy solutions. As a finalist in the AI for Good Innovation Factory Australia, Matthew showcased his visionary approach to clean energy-drirven AI computing. On March 27, 2025, he emerged as the winner of the Australian final, securing his place to represent Australia at the AI for Good Grand Finale in Geneva, Switzerland (July 8-11). With a strong background in technology commercialization, startups, and strategic partnerships, Matthew is a key player in advancing AI for a sustainable, energy-efficient future on the global stage.

🔹Dr Adam Osseiran, Co-founder and Director, Innovate Australia

Dr Adam Osseiran is a serial innovator, entrepreneur, and Adjunct Professor with a passion for turning high-tech vision into impactful reality. He is the Co-founder and Director of Innovate Australia, a not-for-profit dedicated to promoting innovation across sectors. Adam also serves as President of the Hydrogen Society of Australia, where he champions the transition to clean energy. As co-organiser of the AI for Good Innovation Factory Australia, he is a driving force behind leveraging artificial intelligence for global impact. With decades of experience bridging academia, industry, and policy, Adam continues to lead transformative initiatives in intelligent sensing, sustainability, and innovation.

🔹 Oliver Price, 2025 AI for Good Fellow, Global Voices

Oliver Price is a Law and International Relations student at Curtin University and a 2025 AI for Good Fellow with Global Voices, representing Australia at the UN’s AI for Good Summit in Geneva. Selected as one of only four national delegates, Oliver is developing a forward-looking policy proposal on AI regulation. His academic and professional background includes roles at Circle Green Community Legal and the U.S. Consulate in Perth, where he focused on humanitarian law and international policy. Oliver is passionate about using AI and diplomacy to create a fairer, more sustainable future through thoughtful global collaboration.

The presentations will be followed by a panel discussion moderated by Peter Kasprzak, Chairman of Innovate Australia.

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