Forget Annual Budgets: The Practical Value and Benefits of Integrated Financial Modelling

Michael Goldsworthy - Principal Consultant @ Australian Strategic Services (Panel Moderator)

A visionary, big picture thinker and strategist, Michael is widely known for his strategic insights, deep knowledge and pragmatic approach, distilling complex industry, governance, organisational and service challenges and issues, as well as providing practical strategies and solutions. Over his forty years of working with boards, chief executive officers and executives, Michael has worked with almost 6,500 organisations and has facilitated and project managed 281 mergers and amalgamations to date. With a significant focus on community businesses (NFPs) and a deep understanding of the wide array of governance, leadership and management challenges and opportunities that leaders face, he is keenly sought after for his sage advice and substantial wisdom. An engaging, educative and strategic opinion leader, Michael's primary modus operandi is one of facilitating and project managing governance, strategic planning, organisational development or merger and amalgamation projects or workshops. With an extensive track record of presenting at international, national, and state or regional conferences and forums, Michael has a reputation for powerful and insightful presentations that always end with practical solutions and the provision of resources.

Glenn Hardwick - Chief Executive Officer @ Christian Homes Tasmania

A senior executive with experience in management, leadership, corporate services, project management and business activity reviews. Experience working with State Governments (Tasmania and NSW), Commonwealth Government and in the Not-For-Profit sectors. Professionally, Glenn is the CEO of Christian Homes Tasmania, a not for profit aged care provider providing residential, homecare and independent living services to the elderly in Southern Tasmania. Previous positions have included Deputy CEO of OneCare Ltd, Official Receiver in Bankruptcy for Tasmania, Deputy Commissioner and forensic accountant for the Tasmanian Corporate Affairs office, as well as numerous positions with the Tasmanian and NSW Health Authorities. Glenn is the voluntary Board Chairman of Community Transport Services Tasmania (CTST) and was previously a State Councillor for the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators. Glenn is a qualified accountant and is a Fellow of CPA Australia, Fellow of Governance Institute and Chartered Institute of Company Secretaries. Glenn is also a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Emma Litfin - Managing Director @ Emlytics

Emma is the Managing Director of Emlytics, a Brisbane-based advisory practice, and an inquisitive, resourceful and driven finance professional with more than 20 years' experience. She works with organisations on financial modelling, financial statement preparation and the analysis of financial data, turning numbers into insights that enhance decision-making. Her work spans profitability analysis, identifying cost-saving opportunities, accounting process evaluation, and systems implementation and improvement. A member of CPA Australia and a graduate of Deakin University, Emma also serves as volunteer Treasurer of the Redland Bay Amateur Fishing Club.

Charles Lord - Director @ Logic Advisory Services

Charles is the Director of Logic Advisory Services, an advisory practice specialising in the healthcare industry. He helps people make decisions, leveraging financial and operational analysis with both for-profit and not-for-profit organisations to create sustainable business strategies and de-risk boards. His projects span aged care, disability care, home care and general medical practices. While his focus is healthcare, the same approach can be applied to any industry, from manufacturing and food processing to trades. The common thread is a forward-looking operational and financial management platform that helps businesses make sustainable decisions.