American Australian Association

Great to be with the American Australian Association climate week event here in New York.

Happy to share some photographs from the "Leveraging Transition Finance In Australia to Decarbonize Hard to Abate Industries" Boardroom Session that was organized by the American Australian Association in the context of UN NY Climate Week on September 24th (https://lnkd.in/e5JXfb4s). I had the rare honor of having my session bookended by two exceptional speakers, both Ambassadors of #Australia to the #USA, John Berry and HE the Hon Dr Kevin Rudd AC, former #primeminister of Australia. It was a packed event, with standing room only, and I was privileged to share the stage with Daniel O'Toole, Trade and Investment Commissioner and Lead for Net Zero, Australian Government , and Natasha M., Commissioner for the Americas, Government of Western Australia. It was a lively event, showcasing the limitless potential that #WesternAustralia possesses within Transition Finance, and how many opportunities there are to move the needle in the right direction with regards to global #decarbonization. #ClimateWeek #transitionfinance #NetZero

Thanks Matthias Muehlbauer and Neil Yeoh from OnePointFive for bringing LinedIn's own Efrem Bycer and the rest of the incredible team to talk green skills data and climate workforce training! Matthias and Neil are two Aussies making a world of difference here in the U.S. and across the globe with their workforce development playbook and training. We're proud to have hosted their outstanding panel for New York Climate Week and to play a part in helping build the workforce of the future. 

We were honored to host HE the Hon Dr Kevin Rudd AC, Australia’s Ambassador to the United States and 26th Prime Minister of Australia, during our special event co-presented with Austrade for Climate Week. Amb. Rudd engaged with American and Australian leaders on the vital topic of Australia's energy transition, exploring opportunities for investment in a greener, more sustainable future.

We were privileged to host Australia's Foreign Minister, Senator the Hon Penny Wong in New York during her visit for UN High Level Week. The Foreign Minister met with American and Australian business leaders to discuss the evolving geopolitical landscape and the enduring partnership between Australia and the United States.

Immerse yourself in the story of Arnhem Land. Join us on Wednesday, September 25th, as we explore the land of the Nawarrdeken (people of the Stone Country). Hear from the Karrkad Kanjdji Trust, with special guest Senior Ranger Rosemary Nabulwad, about the world-class Indigenous land management movement occurring across this vast landscape in northern Australia. A short documentary called Ngarridurndeng Kured (Return to Country) will be screened, followed by a Q&A. Rosemary will share how remote First Nations communities are ensuring that critically important Indigenous ecological and cultural knowledge is informing and steering the management and protection of one of the most biodiverse regions of Australia. Register today 👉 https://lnkd.in/eR3wHsKp

As the world experiences the growing impact of climate change, the urgency for immediate and effective action is undeniable. Climate Week NYC’s theme, "It’s Time," reminds us of the responsibility we carry as leaders to push for meaningful change. At the American Australian Association, we recognize that collaboration and leadership are vital in addressing this global challenge. By actively participating in Climate Week NYC, we’re reinforcing our commitment to driving the solutions our world needs. 🌏 Join us at our upcoming events: Sept 24: Leveraging Transition Finance In Australia to Decarbonize Hard to Abate Industries Sept 24: Australia’s Energy Transition: Investing in a Greener Future Sept 25: Bridging the Sustainability Skills Gap: How to Build Your Climate Workforce Sept 27: Engineering Innovation: Commercialization Pathways in a Global Economy Explore these and more of our events, and be part of the change. Head over to https://lnkd.in/eAQCpJ5T for more information and to register! 

This week, we were thrilled to co-present the University of Melbourne Alumni Social, which brought together an incredible group of alumni from one of Australia’s leading universities. It was an evening filled with engaging conversations, new connections, and a great opportunity to introduce attendees to the work of the American Australian Association. Thank you to everyone who joined us! We look forward to building on these connections and continuing to foster collaboration between Australia and the US.

Join us for the American Australian Association’s biggest fundraiser of the year, the Annual Benefit Dinner, on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 This evening supports our association and the scholarship programs, which has awarded almost US$18 million to more than 1,100 Graduate, Indigenous, Veteran, and Arts scholars. By empowering the next generation of leaders from both nations, these funds help build research capacity, address global challenges, and strengthen international partnerships. Our 2024 Honorees: 🏆 James Gorman AO, Executive Chairman of Morgan Stanley 🏆 Yvette Ostolaza, Management Committee Chair & Executive Committee Member at Sidley Austin Join us for this unforgettable evening as we honor their remarkable achievements and continue creating lasting opportunities for future generations. For table bookings and sponsorship details, visit 👉 https://hubs.la/Q02QCmcp0

The G’Day USA Defence Industry Dialogue is back in Washington D.C. on Thursday, October 17, 2024! Now in its 10th year, this premier event, presented in partnership with Team Defence Australia & QinetiQ, brings together the brightest minds from the US and Australian defence sectors. As AUKUS continues to shape the future of defence and security, this dialogue offers crucial discussions on innovation, commercialization, and collaboration opportunities in this new era. Hear directly from top US and Australian officials and join experts across industries for a day of strategy and networking. 📅 Thursday, October 17 📍 Ronald Reagan Building & International Trade Center For event details and ticket info 👉 https://lnkd.in/e3zHd4YA QinetiQ | Defence Australia | Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) | Embassy of Australia, United States of America