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JB Hi-Fi and The Good Guys to address AFR Retail Summit – in wake of $870m acquisition
In the wake of JB Hi-Fi’s $870m acquisition of The Good Guys this week, the AFR Retail Summit gives you the opportunity to hear first-hand from the CEOs of both companies on their vision for the future. JB Hi-Fi issued $394 million worth of shares and took on a $500 million debt to fund the deal; but…
14 Sep 2016, by Informa InsightsBusiness | Energy & Utilities | Infrastructure
Timor-Leste International Investment Conference Highlights
On Monday 6th & Tuesday 7th of June 2016, Trade Invest Timor-Leste in partnership with Informa Australia held their first International Investment Conference in Dili, Timor-Leste. The objective of the conference was to welcome international and Timorese investors to highlight business opportunities in the different sectors of the Timorese economy and discuss the current reform…
4 Jul 2016, by Informa InsightsBusiness
Engaging with India
Honing the Australia - India relationship With its unrivalled, unrelenting growth rate (a minimum of 6% since 2013) and ambitious economic policy, it is unsurprising that India is ranked the number 1 investment destination in the world. Striving for superpower status by 2030, Prime Minister Modi’s regime has already delivered a sharp increase in jobs,…
7 Apr 2016, by Informa InsightsBusiness
Telecoms industry leaders to debate future opportunities at Ovum 2020 Summit
Global telecoms analysts Ovum and Informa have brought together a unique panel of speakers at the inaugural Ovum 2020 Telecoms Summit, due to be held on the 30-31 October at the Sydney Harbour Marriott. Telecoms operators are now in a position to be able to provide a myriad of new entertainment, content and ICT services.…
17 Sep 2014, by Informa InsightsBusiness
8 tips to attract more visitors to your stand
A conference or exhibition can be an excellent opportunity for your business to generate leads, advocate its brand and network effectively with potential suppliers and partners. However, not only is it a challenge to attract attendees to your stand, ensuring they remain engaged once you've got their attention may also be tricky. With a little…
5 Sep 2014, by Informa InsightsBanking & Finance | Business
What are the biggest AML/CTF challenges for a multi-jurisdictional organisation?
Warren Dickins, Financial Crime Officer at GE Capital International shed light on the biggest AML/CTF challenges for multi-jurisdictional organisations: If you are working in a financial crime role today in an organisation that operates in more than one jurisdiction, it will be no surprise to you that everywhere you look there are different challenges. Every additional jurisdiction…
18 Aug 2014, by Informa InsightsBanking & Finance | Business | Technology
The #1 problem Bitcoin will solve by 2015
In the lead up to the Cryptocon Summit and Barcamp, we have asked a few speakers what they thought was the Number One problem Bitcoin will solve by 2015: Roger Ver – Blockchain, ‘Bitcoin Jesus’: “By the end of 2015 I hope that Bitcoin will enable people to be able to transact with other individuals across the planet,…
10 Jun 2014, by Informa InsightsBusiness | Healthcare
Queensland doctors seek swift resolution to contract standoff
With the Queensland doctor contract dispute no closer to resolution, junior practitioners across the state have called on industry bodies to find a prompt solution. Junior doctor representatives attended a recent AMA Council of Doctors in Training (AMACDT) forum in Melbourne, in which they backed senior doctors and urged the need for a fairer assessment of…
20 Mar 2014, by Informa InsightsBusiness | Technology
Technology in mining: Only when the financial return is right
Australian mining companies are at the forefront of innovation and seeking new ways to drive cost efficiency in the industry. In the near future, the adoption of mine site automation and remote operations will play an important role to increase productivity, efficiency, safety and reduce operating costs. Anthony Kirke, General Manager of Fortescue’s Solomon Mine…
15 Oct 2013, by Informa InsightsBusiness
Poll: Will the proposal to increase the FDI limit in India’s media sector further collaboration between Australia and Asia?
The Indian Government are formulating a proposal which could transform the media industry. A proposal to lift foreign direct investment (FDI) in the sector to 100% on a case by case basis could help the struggling industry and provoke a great deal of change to the media landscape both in Asia and Australia. In your…
2 Oct 2013, by Informa InsightsInforma Connect Australia is the nation's leading event organiser. Our events comprise of large scale exhibitions, industry conferences and highly specialised corporate training.
