2025 Speakers

Below is the list of currently confirmed speakers for HNES2025. This page will be updated regularly as new speakers join the program.

boris novak

Boris Novak

Hunter New Energy – Co-Lead

New.E
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Rod Henderson

Managing Director and CEO

Ampcontrol
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Alice Thompson

CEO

Committee for the Hunter
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Bob Hawes

CEO

Business Hunter
Dr Fiona Simon CEO Australian Hydrogen Council

Dr Fiona Simon

CEO

Australian Hydrogen Council
duncan burke

Duncan Burck

Managing Director

MCB Business Partners
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Wendy Dore

Education Program Manager, Trace

NIER , University of Newcastle
craig carmody

Craig Carmody

CEO

Port of Newcastle
nick couper

Nick Couper

COO

Hunternet
Heidi Lee CEO BZE

Heidi Lee

CEO

Beyond Zero Emissions
richard wrightson

Richard Wrightson

Chief Executive

Delta Electricity
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Clare Larkin-Sykes

Hunter New Energy – Co-Lead

New.E
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Paul Evans

VP Corporate Affairs, sustainability, government and property

Orica
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Tim Buckley

Founder and Director

Climate Energy Finace
Liz Smith

Liz Smith

Research Partnership Development Manager

Land & Primary Industries Network
Mark Lewis

Mark Lewis

Network Business Manager

Electrification & Energy Systems
jason herbohn TAFE NSW

Jason Herbohn

Director Learning & Teaching - Electrotechnology

TAFE NSW
james christian

James Christian

Business Manager

Powerfuels including Hydrogen Network
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Prof. Alan Broadfoot

Executive Director

Newcastle Institute for Energy and Resources
Zane williams AGL

Zane Williams

Head of Analysis Power Development and Energy Hubs

AGL
Brendan Gray General Manager Engage Southland

Brendan Gray

General Manager

Engage Southland
Karyna Young CEO EnPot Limited

Karyna Young

CEO

EnPot Limited
Craig McKenzie Key Account Manager CH2NGE Fuel Technology & HWR Hydrogen

Craig McKenzie

Key Account Manager

CH2NGE Fuel Technology & HWR Hydrogen
Keri Milne-Ihimaera Principal Keri Mihi Consulting

Dr Keri Milne-Ihimaera

Principal

Keri Mihi Consulting
Prof Dr Thomas Nann CEO and co-founder Allegro Energy

Prof. Dr. Thomas Naan

CEO and Co-Founder

Allegro Energy
Principal Policy Officer, Hydrogen and Renewable Fuels NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water

Todd Settle

Principal Policy Officer

Dept of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water
David Shankey Net Zero Economy Authority CEO

David Shankey

CEO

Net Zero Economy Authority
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Meet OUr Emcee

mikhaila

Mikhaila Halford

Workforce Solutions Manager @ Ampcontrol

Mikhaila is a passionate servant leader committed to developing the skills and capabilities of the region. With a deep focus on empowering others, she leads a dynamic and dedicated team, fostering growth and collaboration in every endeavour. Mikhaila believes in inspiring those around her to reach their fullest potential, cultivating a positive and results-driven environment for both personal and professional development.

Through her leadership, she continues to make a meaningful impact, guiding her team toward success and creating opportunities for continuous growth. 

Secure Your Spot Today!

$1,190 plus GST

Full Symposium Package

* Full Symposium Package includes morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and networking drinks on Day one, and morning tea, lunch and Industry Dinner on Day two.

* All other catering is at the delegate’s own expense.

* Tickets are non-refundable, but delegates are transferable.

* Tickets exclude any travel and accommodation.

By purchasing tickets to the 2025 New.E Symposium, you acknowledge and agree that photographs and/or video footage of you may be captured during the event. These images and recordings may be used by the event organisers for promotional purposes, including but not limited to social media, marketing materials, and future event promotions. If you do not wish to have your photograph or likeness used in this manner, please contact us in advance so we can make appropriate arrangements.

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There are a range of sponsorship and exhibition options available for the 2025 Hunter New Energy Symposium – please download the Prospectus below for full details. These packages sold out in 2024, so be sure to get in touch asap.

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