Advisory Panel

ADVISORY

Our advisory panel, consisting of renowned industry experts, generously offers their time and expertise to shape the UNLOCK conference agenda. They ensure that the program provides depth and relevance to the media and marketing audience.

Adam Ireland

Managing Director, BRING Universal Music For Brands

Adam Ireland is the Managing Director at BRING agency, Universal Music for Brands.

Matt Jones

Co-founder, Four Pillars Gin, chair of Business Advisory Panel City of Sydney

Matt Jones is a creative strategist, a keynote speaker, a lifelong advocate for the power of communications and experiences, and an accidental entrepreneur.

Nathan Richman

Managing Partner, Elastic Studios

Nathan, the co-founder of Elastic and award-winning director, has spent over 25 years blending technology and creativity across television, commercials, documentaries and social media, constantly pushing the boundaries of what's possible.

Jez Ryan

CEO, Mammal Sounds

Jez Ryan is the founder of independent record label and management agency Mammal Sounds, and Australian music news platform Acid Stag.

Matt Levinson

Head of Corporate Affairs / Culture Policy Lead, Committee for Sydney

Matt Levinson leads cultural policy at the Committee for Sydney as well as serving on the board of creative arts centre 107 Projects and the state’s 24 Hour Economy Advisory Group.

Naysla Edwards

Vice President Brand, Charge Cards and Member Experience, American Express

For over 20 years, Naysla has been creating meaningful connections that unite brands with their customers, partners and communities to create long-term advocacy.

Kate Wickett

Former CEO of Sydney WorldPride, City Recital Hall CEO

Kate Wickett has a diverse range of experience working across the corporate, government and not-for-profit sectors.

Naomi Ross

Director / Owner, Distill

Naomi’s expertise in brand development, strategic digital planning, branding and positioning and graphic design has earned her a reputation as a leader in hospitality and lifestyle marketing.