VIC Chapter I New year quarterly social drinks

Join us for our first quarterly member social drinks of 2026. This event offers an excellent opportunity for CFA Society Australia members to reconnect, expand their professional networks and engage with peers from across the investment industry. We invite you to attend, enjoy a relaxed evening and begin 2026 on a positive and collegial note.

Format: In person

Open to: Members

VIC Chapter | Economic regulation of Australia’s infrastructure assets

In this session, you will learn how economic regulation shapes returns and asset values across Australia’s key infrastructure sectors, including electricity and gas networks, regulated ports and monitored ports and airports.

Format: In person

Open to: Members, Candidates, Industry professionals

Speaker(s):

Eli Grace-Webb, Director, farrierswier

Richard Bramley, Senior Consultant, farrierswier

Webinar | Economic regulation of Australia’s infrastructure assets

In this webinar, you will learn how economic regulation shapes returns and asset values across Australia’s key infrastructure sectors, including electricity and gas networks, regulated ports and monitored ports and airports.

Format: Online

Open to: Members, Candidates, Industry professionals

Speaker(s):

Eli Grace-Webb, Director, farrierswier

Richard Bramley, Senior Consultant, farrierswier

QLD Chapter | New year quarterly social drinks

We invite all CFA Society Australia members and CFA Program candidates to join us for our new year quarterly drinks in Brisbane. Come along for a relaxed catch-up with fellow peers and raise a glass to the year ahead.

Format: In person

Open to: Members, Candidates

Webinar I The efficient markets hypothesis and the professional status of investment management

Join us for a thought-provoking session with Emeritus Professor Stephen Brown, one of the most influential figures in modern investment research and practice. 2025 CFA Institute Research Foundation Vertin Award recipient, Professor Brown will explore the ideas that transformed modern investing, from the rise of the efficient markets hypothesis to the evolving role of the investment analyst in creating long‑term value for clients.

Format: Online

Open to: Members, Candidates, Industry professionals

Speaker(s):

Emeritus Prof. Stephen Brown, Finance, Monash Business School and the Leonard N. Stern School of Business, NYU

VIC Chapter | Unlock your team’s collective intelligence – The neuroscience of high-performing investment leadership

Join us for a special Inclusion discussion and networking event featuring Sarah Maynard, CFA Institute Global Head of Inclusion, and Dr Hannah Critchlow, internationally acclaimed neuroscientist, and bestselling author.

This event is for the CFA Society Australia and senior industry professionals who are passionate about building more inclusive workplaces and strengthening collaboration and decision-making across the investment industry.

Format: In person

Open to: Members, Industry professionals

Speaker(s):

Dr Hannah Critchlow, Internationally-acclaimed neuroscientist, broadcaster, author and Fellow at Magdalene College

NSW Chapter | Unlock your team’s collective intelligence – The neuroscience of high-performing investment leadership

Join us for a special Inclusion discussion and networking event featuring Sarah Maynard, CFA Institute Global Head of Inclusion, and Dr Hannah Critchlow, internationally acclaimed neuroscientist, and bestselling author.

This event is for the CFA Society Australia community and senior industry professionals who are passionate about building more inclusive workplaces and strengthening collaboration and decision-making across the investment industry.

Format: In person

Open to: Members, Industry professionals

Speaker(s):

Dr Hannah Critchlow, Internationally-acclaimed neuroscientist, broadcaster, author and Fellow at Magdalene College

Webinar I The Australian sustainable finance taxonomy: enabling the credible allocation of capital towards Paris-aligned activities

Nicole Yazbek-Martin, Executive Manager: Sustainability Standards and Practice at the Australian Sustainable Finance Institute (ASFI), will discuss the release of the Australian Sustainable Finance Taxonomy and how its development has been designed to increase capital flows towards the climate and nature transition and embed sustainability into operating practices.

Format: Online

Open to: Members, Candidates, Industry professionals

Speaker(s):

Nicole Yazbek-Martin, Executive Manager: Sustainability Standards and Practice, Australian Sustainable Finance Institute

VIC Chapter I Female investor panel & IWD 2026 celebration

Join us for an inspiring female investor panel in celebration of International Women’s Day 2026. Open to all, this engaging session will feature leading industry experts sharing insights on investing, leadership, and navigating today’s industry as a female investment professional. The panel will conclude with an interactive Q&A, following drinks and nibbles for networking with peers and celebrating the achievements of women in finance.

Format: In person

Open to: Members, Candidates, Industry professionals

Speaker(s):

Debra Tay, Managing Director | Co-founder & Director, UBS & Cycling Bears

NSW Chapter I Female investor panel & IWD 2026 celebration

Join us for an inspiring female investor panel in celebration of International Women’s Day 2026. Open to all, this engaging session will feature CFA charter holders and leading industry experts sharing insights on investing, leadership, and navigating today’s industry as a female investment professional. The panel will conclude with an interactive Q&A, followed by drinks and nibbles for networking with peers and celebrating the achievements of women in finance.

Format: In person

Open to: Members, Candidates, Industry professionals

QLD Chapter I Female investor fireside chat & IWD 2026 celebration

Join us for an inspiring female investor fireside chat in celebration of International Women’s Day 2026. Open to all, this engaging session will feature leading industry experts sharing insights on investing, leadership, and navigating today’s industry as a female investment professional. The fireside chat will conclude with an interactive Q&A, followed by drinks and nibbles for networking with peers and celebrating the achievements of women in finance.

Format: In person

Open to: Members, Candidates, Industry professionals

WA Chapter | Economic update, IWD celebration and social drinks

Join us for an economic update from Paula Gadsby, Senior Economist and Director at EY Australia, followed by an International Women’s Day celebration and informal social drinks. Drawing on her experience across government, central banking and finance, Paula will share insights into current economic conditions and emerging issues shaping the Australian and Western Australian economies.

Format: In person

Open to: Members, Candidates, Industry professionals

Speaker(s):

Paula Gadsby, Senior Economist, EY Australia

VIC Chapter I Recruiter insights & networking evening

Hear directly from experienced finance recruiters as they share insights into current market conditions and what employers are seeking from early career professionals and CFA Program candidates, followed by networking with peers and industry professionals. Light refreshments and networking drinks will be served.

Format: In person

Open to: Members, Candidates, Industry professionals

NSW Chapter | Recruiter insights & networking evening

Take the next step in your finance career with insider access to the recruiters shaping today’s talent market. Hosted by Tim Dowling, CFA, hear directly from leading recruiters as they share what employers are looking for right now and how you can stand out. Enjoy an interactive panel and Q&A, followed by networking with peers and industry professionals over drinks and canapés.

Format: In person

Open to: Members, Candidates, Industry professionals

Speaker(s):

Meredith Jordan, Partner – Listed Markets & Asset Management, Platinum Pacific Partners

Jack Brown, Director, Keegan Adams

Mischa Bennett, Founder & Managing Director, Capital Executive Search

VIC Chapter I CFA Program Candidate social event

Join us for a relaxed CFA Program candidate social event, designed exclusively for candidates currently enrolled in the CFA Program. This event provides an opportunity to connect with fellow candidates across all levels in a supportive environment.

Format: In person

Open to: Candidates