Capital, Infrastructure, and Mining Leaders Driving Australia’s Next Investment Opportunities
The #CapTech2026 Brisbane Chairman’s Luncheon (Exclusive and Invitation Only) brought together Australia’s leading mining executives, infrastructure investors, business leaders and strategic partners for an afternoon of high-level discussions focused on investment, capital deployment, and long-term economic growth.
Held at the prestigious Tattersalls Club in Brisbane on Thursday, 25 June 2026, the luncheon provided a private forum for industry leaders to exchange market insights, strengthen strategic relationships, and explore collaboration opportunities ahead of #CapTech2026 Australia.
Distinguished Leaders in Attendance
The luncheon welcomed an influential group of executives representing Australia’s mining, infrastructure, investment, legal, and advisory sectors, including:
- Mr Rod McGeoch AO – Chairman, SIPBN
- Mr Owen Hegarty OAM – Executive Chairman, EMR Capital
- Mr Phil Nobes – CEO, Kestrel Coal
- Mr Ross Israel – Head of Global Infrastructure, QIC
- Mr Steve Healy – Managing Partner, RSM
- Mr Raman Bhalla – President, SIPBN
- Ms Nurgul Mukhit – Infrastructure Manager, QIC
- Mr Dwi Suseno – Executive Director, Golden Energy and Resources Ltd
- Ms Michelle Wood – Senior Manager Infrastructure, Brisbane Economic Development Agecy
- Ms Sarah Morgan – CEO, #CapTech2026
- Mr Peter Forster – Director, Pacific Field Capital
- Ms Cathy Russo – Partner, Macpherson Kelley
- Mr Chris Coombes – CEO, Corvus Operations
- Mr Jason McCallum – Managing Director, Surface Mining, Macmahon
- Mr Ben Armitage – General Manager, Meadowbrook Project, Jellinbah Resources
- Mr Jeremy Horwood – Partner, Corrs Chambers Westgarth
- Ms Alexandra Feros – Partner, Corrs Chambers Westgarth
- Mr Troy McDonald – CEO, Project Portfolio Management (PPM)
- Mr David Ruddell – Executive, EMR Capital
- Mr Costa Casiou – Managing Director, Spinfra
- Mr Chris Poynter – Non-Executive Director, Infrastructure Association of Queensland
- Mr Sam Sahashi – GM Corporate Development & Company Secretary, Mitsui Resources
Key Discussions from the Luncheon
The luncheon featured strategic discussions on the investment priorities shaping Australia’s mining, infrastructure, and resources sectors, while exploring opportunities for capital deployment and long-term industry collaboration.
Discussions throughout the afternoon focused on:
- Australia’s mining and critical minerals investment outlook
- Australian Federal Budget and potential impact on capital flows
- Infrastructure investment and major project opportunities
- Private capital, family office and institutional investment trends
- Energy transition and resources sector growth
- Australia, India, South Korea, South East Asia, China, Japan and Middle East investment and trade opportunities
- Investor engagement, presenting companies, and capital raising opportunities
- Building long-term commercial relationships across industry and government
Strengthening Strategic Relationships
The roundtable format at the Chairman’s Luncheon encouraged open conversations around emerging investment opportunities, market trends, and commercial partnerships while strengthening relationships that extend well beyond the event itself.
Building Momentum Towards #CapTech2026 Australia
The luncheon reinforced #CapTech2026 Australia’s growing role as a platform connecting capital, innovation, and industry leadership across Australia and international markets.
As planning continues for #CapTech2026 Australia this September, conversations concluded with a shared commitment to strengthening investor engagement, expanding strategic partnerships, and creating new opportunities for business growth across the mining, infrastructure, and broader investment ecosystem.
Connecting capital, industry leadership, and strategic partnerships, shaping Australia’s next generation of business growth through #CapTech2026 Australia.
To Participate In Our Upcoming Event, Meet us on…
Sydney | 24 – 25 September 2026
Thursday, 24 September 2026
- Business & Investor Presentations
- Welcome Drinks at NSW Parliament House, Sydney
Friday, 25 September 2026
- CapTech2026 Summit – Hilton Hotel, George Street, Sydney
- Private & Exclusive Investor Dinner (Invitation Only)
Brisbane | 28 September 2026
- Monday, 28 September 2026
- CapTech2026 Summit – Brisbane
Sight Seeing & Social Activities
- Saturday, 26 September 2026
- Sunday, 27 September 2026
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