Previously Sebastian worked for evolution media group; a media led finance education TV production company, where he was responsible for client relationship management and CRM maintenance, data reporting and analysis, sales and sales reporting and digital marketing and distribution.

He earned a Bachelor of Arts from Monash University where he was actively involved in the Monash Marketing Student Society as a committee member for networking coordination. He is currently undertaking his Graduate Diploma in Applied Finance at Macquarie University.

Jodi previously worked with Deloitte Sydney, where over a period of 4 years she worked as an Analyst in varied roles within management consulting, bank advisory and formal restructuring engagements as well as leading their Inspiring Women’s Program for Graduates. Jodi advised on workout solutions and profit improvement for a range of clients in the financial services, hospitality and retail industries. 

Jodi earned a Bachelor of Business from the University of Technology Sydney. During this time she spent a year in France studying at the Paris Dauphine University and the Toulouse Business School.

Previously, he was the National Sales Manager for Macquarie Investment Management based in Sydney. Joining Macquarie in 2010, he was responsible for the strategy and execution of distribution for Macquarie’s funds into the Australian marketplace. These strategies covered Global Fixed Income, Domestic/International Equities, Asia ex-Japan strategies, Infrastructure and hedge funds.

Formerly, he was a Sales Director for Australian Unity Investments working with both their in-house and partnership managers across multiple asset classes.

Cameron started his career as a stockbroker in 1995 on the Australian Stock Exchange, moving to focus on the options market before establishing the first online international trading capability in Australia at TD Waterhouse.

Nikki began her career in operational and managerial positions within the cement, quarrying and gold mining industries in Australia and New Zealand, and has advised a number of small businesses, entrepreneurs and not-for-profit organisations on their funding strategies.

Nikki gained a BPhEd and BCom from Otago University, and previously held Series 7, Series 63 and Series 79 registrations with FINRA

In 2012, John joined MLC as Head of Private Equity and has over 20 years’ experience in the finance industry. He previously worked for KKR, a global alternative asset manager, where he was responsible for Investor Relations and fundraising for private equity in the Australian and New Zealand markets. Prior to joining KKR, John was Head of Private Equity Fund of Funds at Macquarie Funds Group, which is the funds management arm of the Macquarie Group. He was Chair of the Investment Committee and was responsible for the management of approximately AUD$5 billion in commitments in both domestic and international funds. From 1997 to 2000, John was an Asset Consultant with Towers Perrin, advising on alternative asset classes, assessing private equity managers and developing Towers Perrin’s alternative investment capabilities.

John holds a Bachelor of Agriculture Economics with first class honours from the University of Sydney.

Previously, Janene had worked on a freelance basis within the Australian feature film industry for a period of ten years, followed by the transition to the production of TV commercials. She held positions as Production Manager, then as a Producer of commercials for many independent production houses and feature film producers. Other positions followed, including Executive Producer for Zealot Productions, which is a boutique creative marketing and post production house. At Oasis Films, a TV Commercials production business, she was involved in all aspects of running the business. She also worked as a Producer for Channel 7’s Marketing and Promotions department leading up to the Sydney 2000 Olympics.

Janene holds a Bachelor of Arts (Communications) from the University of Technology, Sydney and a Master of Business Administration from Macquarie Graduate School of Management.

In 1990 Sheridan moved into marketing, working with global financial services groups including Swiss Bank (now UBS) and Alliance Capital. Her role entailed business development, client servicing, branding and product development for the institutional marketplace.

Initially devoted to marketing global investment management firms in Australia, Sheridan has worked for a number of leading financial services houses in various capacities including business development and media strategy.

Sheridan holds a Bachelor of Economics from the University of Sydney.

Previously, William worked for Credit Suisse as an Equity Derivatives trader for over seven years operating in the Asian and Australian markets. During this time William participated in major technology projects covering systems for product distribution, risk management and automated trading strategies.

Prior to this, William worked in technology focused roles as a software developer, analyst and solution architect in banking and finance, as well as the health and property sectors.

William holds the degree of Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Queensland.

Cameron has held senior positions in global firms including eight years with Macquarie Bank where he was the National Sales Manager and prior to that Australian Unity Investments where he was responsible for the distribution of fixed interest, domestic and international equity, and property funds into primary markets.