Harness the Power of Trusted Relationships
121connects is dedicated to fostering trusted, productive relationships between enterprise IT leaders and our partners.
We bring together enterprise technology leaders in exclusive, invitation-only roundtables across Australia and New Zealand
Our Events. Your Gateway to Enterprise IT Decision-Makers.
From Sydney to Perth, and Melbourne to Auckland, our roundtables provide unique opportunities to engage with enterprise IT leaders in every major market across the region.
Conversations That Matter
Our roundtables are designed for genuine engagement, not crowded conference halls. Each invitation-only gathering brings together a carefully matched group of enterprise IT leaders and partners, creating a space for open discussion, fresh ideas, and meaningful connections.
Focused Format
Small-group discussions allow for deeper insights and stronger connections.
Curated Participants
Every seat is reserved for senior decision-makers and relevant partners.
Trusted Environment
Confidential, candid exchanges that foster long-term relationships.
Expert Moderators
Strategic discussions that matter to today’s technology leaders.
Peer Benchmark
Insights for the Community, from the Community
We transform the real priorities, challenges, and perspectives of enterprise IT leaders into sharp, actionable intelligence — giving you a front-row view of where the industry is headed and how to stay ahead of it.
Drawn from the community, for the community, these insights come straight from the voices of CIOs, CISOs, and other senior decision-makers who confide and share what’s working, what’s not, and what’s next. It’s a rare, insider exchange that keeps peers sharper and helps solution providers meet the market with confidence.
Advisory Board Members
Aidan Coleman
CTO
Scentre Group
Charles Gillman
CISO
SuperChoice
Christopher Johnson
Head of Group Technology
Charter Hall
David Gee
Global Head Technology, Cyber & Data Risk
(Former) Macquarie Group
Natasha Wilson
Head of IT
DLA Piper
Rowan Dollar
CIO
(Former) Archdiocese of Canberra & Goulburn
Cybersecurity Peer Benchmark Key Findings
53%
of respondents feel their current cybersecurity budget is inadequate
#1
challenge to managing cybersecurity was 'lack of Skills/capabilities in the team'
52%
of respondents ranked Insider Threat as their #1 or #2 concern
Leadership Bytes
Nuggets from ANZ’s most influential IT executives on current technology priorities, leadership strategies, and vendor engagement best practices.
About
We believe in the power of relationships to enhance business outcomes. Our goal is to help IT decision-makers unlock the potential of trusted relationships and find effective solutions for their businesses.
Through curated, invitation-only events, we provide a space where decision-makers exchange insights, discover innovative solutions, and form lasting partnerships.
Brad Howarth
Executive Moderator
With more than 30 years of experience exploring the impact of technology, change, and innovation on business and society, Brad works closely with clients to understand their specific objectives and challenges and applies his research skills to surfacing insights that are relevant and engaging to audiences.
Barbara Simon
Founder
121connects - ANZ
Barbara is a seasoned executive with a breadth of strategic and operational experience in growing commercially successful B2B brands, media, marketing services and events across ANZ and Asia. As the founder of 121connects-ANZ branch, she focuses on growth, customer experience and delivering value through connections in the marketplace.
Jennifer O'Brien
Executive Moderator
With over 25 years of experience, Jennifer has worked at prominent publications such as CIO Australia, CMO Australia, ARN, and Computerworld Australia. She excels in blending human-centric storytelling with business and technology narratives as well as moderating executive roundtables, panel discussions, and various events in the business and tech sector.
Let’s Start the Conversation
Whether you’re looking to connect with enterprise IT leaders or share your expertise with peers, our roundtables create the ideal environment for building trusted relationships that deliver real outcomes.
