2026 FinPro Conference Program

Dr Louise Mahler is a leadership communication scholar, a speaker, coach and best-selling author. who works with the skills of Gravitas to help leaders achieve dramatic and measurable change.

Simon Taylor, a trailblazing Melbourne-born comedian, made history as the first
Australian to perform stand-up on The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon. His comedy career skyrocketed at just twenty-four when he became a writer for The
Tonight Show with Jay Leno.

Since then, Simon has showcased his talent on international stages, including Just
for Laughs and Netflix’s Magic for Humans, and has filmed several comedy specials, one of which was at the prestigious Sydney Opera House.

Simon’s sharp wit and relatable humour have resonated with audiences worldwide, leading to over 22 million views of his online content. His comedic journey has taken him to more than fifty cities across the United States, the UK, Southeast Asia, and Australia. With his unique blend of observational humour and engaging storytelling, Simon continues to captivate and entertain diverse audiences globally.

Trent Fuller is CEO of Young Guns, one of Australia’s largest Indigenous-owned businesses and a workforce partner to some of the country’s largest retailers and logistics operators. With over 1,500 team members across Australia, New Zealand and Canada, they are committed to building an operating culture that delivers productivity and impact at scale.

A former CFO, Trent has a 20-year career spanning transport and logistics with a firm belief that blue collar teams hold more potential than most leaders realise. With a background in playing and coaching elite sport, Trent is a regular speaker and business coach on performance and productivity.

Phin Ziebell is TCV’s Head of Research, providing TCV clients with the latest financial market data, interest rate forecasts and economic analysis. His presentations are always insightful and entertaining, and we are so pleased to have him at the conference in 2026.

Melissa Baker has an outstanding record in building financial capability across organisations.
With over 11 years of experience as a senior leader, Melissa uses her extensive financial management experience and collaboration techniques to drive and deliver strategies.
Currently CFO at the City of Casey, Melissa is committed to achieving strong outcomes for the organisation and delivering best value for the community.
These behaviours have underpinned her career in financial management and contribute to her passion for public service.

Melissa has been responsible for the financial management in Melbourne Metro, Interface and Regional Councils as well as large public organisations such as Museums Victoria which encompasses Melbourne Museum, Scienceworks, the Royal Exhibition Building, IMAX and the Immigration Museum. She prides herself on being an “accountant with a plus” so she is approachable, down to earth and invests in strong business partnerships.

Adam has hosted award-winning breakfast radio shows in Australia’s toughest markets and live current affairs TV. Adam prides himself on the high level of energy, engagement and entertainment that he provides whenever on stage, set or screen.

As a leading conference speaker on artificial intelligence (AI), cyber security, the future of work, and the Chat GPT revolution, he’s informative, fun and guaranteed to impart take-aways you’ve never heard before.

He has interviewed prime ministers, Hollywood stars, Fortune 500 CEOs, Nobel Prize-winning scientists and Australians of the Year… and he was also the first person in the world to ever interview our legendary Thai cave rescuers.

Glenn has more than 30 years’ senior leadership experience and has been the CEO of Victoria’s largest Council, the City of Casey, since September 2018.

He has previously been CEO of Yarra Ranges Council for 10 years as well as CEO of both Baw Baw and Colac Otway Councils.

Glenn has a Bachelor of Business (RMIT), Master of Business (RMIT), is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors Course and is an Institute of Executive Coaching Leadership Level 2 accredited organisation coach.

In addition, Glenn has been CEO of a Melbourne-based property development group and owned and operated his own property-related business on the Mornington Peninsula.

Glenn is a long-term Board Member of Procurement Australia and recently joined the board of CT Management Services.