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Thursday 21 May 2026, 12pm - 6pm
Saltbox, Redfern, Sydney

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Where Insights Inspire the future of PR, Comms and Marketing

Discover how to navigate Australia’s dynamic media and social landscape to shape reputation and drive measurable impact


Learn from communications and marketing experts as they share how they are turning media attention into influence and action


Unpack the latest trends reshaping trust and visibility, from real time reputation intelligence to the rise of Generative AI Engines


See how insights can spark ideas and innovation in today’s fast-moving environment

Agenda

Speakers and agenda subject to change

Day 1
Track 1: Signals from the top
Track 2: Impact in Action
12:00 - 12:45pm

Registration, Lunch & Networking

Arrive early, grab some lunch, and get settled before the day kicks off. Connect with fellow PR, Comms, and Marketing leaders, stop by our Intelligence Hub and Solution Stations and get ready for a powerful afternoon of insights.

12:45 - 12:55pm

Welcome Address

Ross Candido, VP ANZ and Master of Ceremonies, Meltwater

12:55 - 1:25pm

The Intelligence Age: Meltwater Product Innovation Keynote

Keynote
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Chris Hackney, Chief Product Officer, Meltwater

1:25 - 2:10pm

A Conversation on Navigating Australia's New Media Landscape

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David Eisman, Chief Business Officer, Capital Brief
Oren Fixler, Head of External Channels & Media, Telstra
Rory O'Connor, Lead, Newsroom, Commonwealth Bank
Ashleigh Thomas, Commercial Director – Publishing Sales, Nine
David Hickey, Executive Director, APAC, Meltwater

2:10 - 2:40pm

Reputation Intelligence: Unifying Reputation Measurement and Market Intelligence

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David Hickey, Executive Director, APAC, Meltwater

2:40 - 3:00pm

Afternoon Tea & Networking

Enjoy a refreshment. Explore new solutions, see live demos, and have real conversations about what is next for your brand.

3:00 - 3:30pm

The Bunnings Approach to Building and Communicating Trust

Track 1: Signals from the top

Melissa O'Neill, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, Bunnings
David Hickey, Executive Director, APAC, Meltwater

From Headlines to Hashtags: Rethinking PR in a Social-Driven World

Track 2: Impact in Action
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Suzie Shaw, Chief Executive Officer, APAC, We Are Social
Joanna Stevens, Regional Communications Director - ANZ, Pacific Islands, Japan & Korea, Meta
Ross Candido, VP ANZ, Meltwater

3:35 - 4:05pm

Trust, Risk and Reputation: Leading in a Permanent State of Disruption

Track 1: Signals from the top

Johanna Lowe, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer, University of Sydney
Clare Masters, Executive Director, Public Affairs, University of Sydney
Tim O'Rourke, Head of Customer Success, AUNZ, Meltwater

How to Drive Brand Visibility in the AI Answer Engine Era

Track 2: Impact in Action
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Brian Keenan, EVP, International Head of Insights & Analytics, We. Communications
Upali Dasgupta, Senior Director, Marketing, Asia Pacific & Japan, Meltwater

4:05 - 4:15pm

Networking

Take a moment to recharge. Grab a refreshment, meet with Meltwater experts for live product demos, or connect with fellow attendees. Whether you are exploring new features or swapping success stories, this is your time to engage.

4:15 - 5:00pm

What's Hot and What's Not in Australia's Multi-Voice Brand Landscape

Dan Chamberlain, Director of Communications - Australia and New Zealand, Microsoft
Patricia Routledge, Head of Communications, IKEA
Suzie Shaw, Chief Executive Officer, APAC, We Are Social
Tim O'Rourke, Head of Customer Success, AUNZ, Meltwater

5:00 - 5:10pm

Closing Address

Ross Candido, VP ANZ, Meltwater

5:10 - 6:00pm

Cocktails & Networking

Close out the day with drinks, appetizers, and high-value conversations. This is your chance to unwind, expand your network, and keep the ideas flowing in a more relaxed setting.

Day 1

Speakers

Meltwater Summit on Tour: Sydney is pleased to welcome industry leaders and brands who will be speaking on a number of topics facing marketing, PR and comms teams today.

Speakers and agenda are subject to change

Registration is now closed

Meltwater Summit on Tour: Sydney has officially sold out.

Venue

Saltbox
Wunderlich Lane
399 Cleveland Street
Redfern NSW 2016

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Meltwater is delighted to host Summit on Tour: Sydney at one of Sydney’s newest and vibrant precincts - Wunderlich Lane.

Easily accessible by light rail (the Surry Hills stop is 450m away), while buses from the city stop at their door on Cleveland Street. Uber, taxi and bus drop off points are at the front of The EVE Hotel on Baptist Street.

Parking is available at Wunderlich Lane with entrance on Baptist Street.

FAQ

Meltwater Summit on Tour: Sydney will be held on Thursday 21 May 2026 at Saltbox in Redfern from 12pm - 6pm. Venue website

Saltbox
Wunderlich Lane
399 Cleveland Street
Redfern NSW 2016

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Meltwater Summit is designed for forward-thinking PR, communications, social media, and marketing professionals. Whether you're a seasoned executive aiming to refine your brand's strategy or a rising star eager to make valuable networking connections and unlock the secrets of impactful storytelling, this event is for you.

Max participants per company: 3. If you need more, do reach out to us.

Yes, please contact us at summit.sydney@meltwater.com and we will be happy to help with this!

In our Terms & Conditions we do not offer refunds for Meltwater Summit 2026.

Yes, please contact us at summit.sydney@meltwater.com and can switch the ticket.

Your pass includes access to all keynotes, breakout sessions, networking opportunities, and select meals/refreshments throughout the event.

No, you are welcome to join whichever sessions catch your interest. Once the agenda is live, we recommend you plan out which sessions you would like to attend.

At this time, the event is planned as in-person only. We’ll share updates if virtual options become available.

Let us know if you have any dietary restrictions by emailing summit.sydney@meltwater.com

If your question wasn’t answered here, send us an email at summit.sydney@meltwater.com