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CEO Survey
Pandemic pivot has a silver lining
We need to protect our health system and make it even better — the pandemic showed us how to, says Medibank CEO Craig Drummond.
Australia ‘must accelerate digital shift’
With the right technology infrastructure and preparedness it is easier to respond to major disruption, says Deloitte Australia chief Richard Deutsche.
Economy ‘on fast-track for growth’: CEOs
Australia is well on the path to put the pandemic-induced recession behind it.
Reasons for optimism in 2021
Employment is picking up and we should see household spending increase as confidence returns, says Wesfarmers chief Rob Scott.
Capital management is critical
The year 2020 demonstrated how important a strong balance sheet was, says Challenger chief Richard Howes.
‘A rare chance to rethink’
We need to be more nimble than ever to respond to unexpected events, says ANZ chief Shayne Elliott.
‘The opportunities remain significant’
The Covid pandemic has reminded us of the vital role of ongoing intellectual investment, says Emilio Gonzalez of Pendal Group
‘Be prepared for unexpected change’
The rate of change in how markets operate has continued to accelerate, says UBS Australasia co-CEO Anthony Sweetman.
‘Keep the innovation mindset’
Structural tax reform remains a priority to support productivity, says IOOF chief Renato Mota.
First stages of a new trade era
Heightened global trade tensions and COVID-19 have exposed the limitations of some supply chain models, says MinterEllison chief Annette Kimmitt.
A masterclass in adaptation
The Australian economy has demonstrated its underlying resilience, says Macquarie chief Shemara Wikramanayake.
A strong deals market ahead
We won’t really know the state of the economy until the majority of the stimulus is gone, says PwC Australia chief Tom Seymour.
Look to a low-carbon future
Policy reforms from all levels of government are needed to ensure development of a range of technologies and alternative fuels, says Ampol chief Matt Halliday.
A year of agility and great change
COVID-19 has accelerated what was already a rapid adoption of digital banking, says Westpac chief Peter King.
‘Lead the way in innovation’
Telehealth solutions must be a routine part of a modern healthcare system, says Cochlear chief Dig Howitt.
‘The digital economy is central to success’
We are at a critical moment in time for the telco industry and the country, says Telstra CEO Andy Penn
‘Pandemic saw our personal and work lives clash’
Covid has reminded us of the value and power of face-to-face connection when it comes to developing and deepening relationships, says Jeanne Johns of Incitec Pivot
A new look at labour reforms
It’s time to face the reality that work is becoming more flexible and people can do jobs from everywhere, says Optus chief Kelly Bayer Rosmarin.
‘A unique opportunity to reset’
COVID-19 brings a singular opportunity to build a more sustainable economy, says Aware Super chief Deanne Stewart.
Recovery ‘will be uneven’
Encourage businesses to broaden and diversify apparent economic reliance on China, says ASX chief Dominic Stevens.
‘We’re not going back to how we were’
The more we can boost productivity, the greater and longer lasting the benefits to the economy, says Sigma chief Mark Hooper.
‘Look after your people first’
Prioritising ‘what really matters’ has made us more agile and adaptable to rapid change, says Patrick Houlihan of DuluxGroup.
Australia ‘still dangerously exposed’
Disaster mitigation is one of the smartest investments governments can make, says Suncorp chief Steve Johnston.
‘People don’t want platitudes’
COVID-19 will reinforce a change in what are seen as the most effective leadership styles, says Ashurst chief Paul Jenkins.
‘Australia’s response has been world leading’
ESG was moving up the agenda anyway, but the pandemic has accelerated this, says Citi Australia’s Marc Luet.
‘Infrastructure is always in demand’
We have been able to accomplish far more than we originally thought possible
‘Innovation thrives even in adversity’
Through Covid many of the things we thought of as ‘unchanging’, were able to change quickly, says Richard White of WiseTech.
How to overcome adversity
COVID-19, bushfires and floods put Australia’s medicine supply chain under intense and unprecedented pressure, says API chief Richard Vincent.
‘Get past NBN protectionism’
The pandemic proved fibre is the critical infrastructure of the modern economy, says Vocus chief Kevin Russell.
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