Leading through the AI and Quantum Shift

Thursday, October 22, 2026

What every executive should know about governance, risk, infrastructure and value in the next era of intelligent business. 

Artificial intelligence is moving rapidly from experimentation to enterprise-wide adoption. For C-suite leaders, the question is no longer whether AI will affect their organisation, but whether it is being adopted with the right governance, data foundations, infrastructure and executive oversight.

Join CCIWA and AQ Intelligence for an exclusive executive evening examining the convergence of artificial intelligence, quantum computing and next-generation data centre infrastructure. Hear practical perspectives on how business leaders can manage risk, strengthen accountability and position their organisations to capture sustainable value from emerging technology.

The formal program will be followed by networking with fellow senior leaders over canapés and refreshments.

Why attend? 

AI is increasingly influencing strategy, operations, customer engagement, workforce practices and decision-making. Senior leaders have a responsibility to ensure its use is purposeful, governed and aligned with organisational priorities.

Without effective executive oversight, organisations may face fragmented adoption, unclear accountability, inconsistent workplace use, data and security exposure, compliance concerns, reputational risk and investment that fails to deliver measurable value.

This event will help senior decision-makers:

• Chief Executive Officers
• Managing Directors
• General managers
• C-Suite Executives
• Board Members and Company Directors
• Senior Leaders responsible for strategy, governance, risk, technology, transformation, data or operations

Event details:

• Date: Thursday, October 22, 2026
• Registration: 5.30pm
• Networking: 6.50pm – 7.30pm
• Venue: CCIWA Members’ Area, Level 5, 235 St Georges Terrace, Perth
• Format:In-person, theatrette-style seating
• Capacity: Up to 50 attendees
• Catering: Canapés and refreshments provided

For any queries, please contact Michael Carter.

E: [email protected]

Places are limited to 50 attendees to support a focused executive-level discussion and quality networking. 

Secure your place to hear practical perspectives, test your thinking and prepare your organisation to lead responsibly through the AI and quantum shift. 

SPEAKERS

Christopher John Brown, Chairman & Corporate Adviser, Bluepiper Pty Ltd, Right Resources Ltd, Sipod Pty Ltd and AQ Intelligence Pty Ltd
Christopher John Brown is an experienced corporate adviser and company chairman with 35 years in corporate advisory. He currently chairs four companies and advises boards in the critical minerals sector. His extensive international experience includes board positions across Australia, the UK, USA and Asia, with expertise in mergers and acquisitions, capital raising, digital transformation and international market entry strategies.

Jonathan E Smith, Partner & Co-Founder, Encore 5.0
Jonathan Smith brings over 25 years of management consulting experience, specialising in operational performance, business transformation and strategic change. Formerly a Consulting Partner at KPMG and Managing Director at Accenture, he has extensive experience across the energy, mining, utilities and government sectors. Jonathan holds an Executive MBA from the University of Western Australia and has completed executive education programs at Harvard Business School and INSEAD.

Tony Adcock, Partner & Co-Founder, Encore 5.0
Tony Adcock is an internationally experienced chairman, non-executive director, consultant, facilitator and coach with over 35 years of experience across Australia, Asia, the USA, the Middle East and Europe. His expertise includes corporate governance, board performance, operational strategy and organisational transformation. Tony has worked across diverse industries, including engineering, mining, technology, financial services, agribusiness and First Nations businesses.