Ameeta’s research centres around issues of sustainability and resilience. Most recently the focus of her work has been on policies relating to sustainable cities, specifically the application of SDG in national and regional settings. Ameeta has worked with local councils in Victoria to map their localisation of the SDGs. She is currently working on projects addressing the resilience of the real-estate and property industry in Australia. She has been invited by media and industry groups on various occasions to discuss her research.

Dr Jian Liang a senior Lecturer of Property and Real Estate in the Department of Finance in Deakin Business School. His research interests include value capture of infrastructure and public investment, transportation economics, urban development, and housing economics. Dr Jerry is currently involved in the following projects – Value capture of transportation infrastructure in Australia, Impact of COVID lockdown on the housing market and urban structure, and CSR performance in property industry

Professor Anthony (Tony) is Chair of Construction Management, and formally Head of School of Architecture and Built environment, Deakin University. Tony’s research expertise is in project procurement in particular relationship-based approaches, including alliancing and public private partnerships. His other research interests include cost management of large infrastructure projects, construction economics and sustainable built environment practice. Prof Mills has a long history of leading teams on industry research projects, in collaboration with; Local, State, and Federal Government authorities, and also with private consultants and contractors. He is formally the National President of the Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors, and is currently international Vice President of the global network of the Pacific Association of Quantity Surveyors.

John Kite has a diverse background in the building industry, which includes many years in senior roles in Construction Management. John was the key “architect” who designed and managed an innovative training program which was implemented at RMIT. This program was the winner in the Industry Collaboration Award in partnership with Metricon and the Master Builders Association at the 2016 Victorian government Training Awards. John supports academic teams with industry engagement to enhance industry research.

Lisa is a highly qualified, experienced executive and transformational leader with over 20 years’ experience in management, human resources and education/training. Recently Lisa has been a leader and advocate for innovation and driving future skills development across the Water Industry nationally. She is a strategic advisor to industry, invited to sit on a number of industry committees and is highly networked. Drawing on her networks she passionately brings about collaboration and sharing of ideas, knowledge, resources and experience.

In her recent role as Head of the National Water and Safety Centre at Chisholm, she has been an industry disrupter and has delivered year on year outstanding growth in both revenue and client satisfaction.

Experienced Project / Program Director with a demonstrated history of success in government and the private sector. Skilled in Project/Program development, advice and delivery particularly in the Rail Industry. Have worked in all three areas of mega project delivery, namely client, consultant and contractor. Currently supporting Suburban Rail Loop Authority in Melbourne. David has previously worked with Rail Projects Victoria, Sydney Metro Northwest and Aurecon

I possess over 20 years of experience in the construction industry gained in three different countries. My skill set has developed from the experience I have gained working for consultants, constructors and operators, requiring an understanding of the need to consider multiple perspectives. I am particularly passionate about equality, particularly gender, and have mentored in various programs including NAWIC and Women in Transport. I enjoy the challenges of costing the built environment and addressing all the adaptations that coming from a constantly changing world. I have worked with AECOM, Metro Trains Melbourne, Davis Langdon, Bovis Lend Lease, Gardiner & Theobald LLP and Slattery