July Luncheon | Leadership & Legacy with Professor Deen Sanders
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What to expect
Join us in Celebrating Country& Culture with a powerful and personal conversation with Professor Deen Sanders OAM, as he shares his journey from growing up in Newcastle to becoming a globally recognised Indigenous leader across law, economics and governance.
During this special luncheon, Country, Culture & Commerce come together as Deen reflects on the experiences, challenges and values that have shaped his path. Through storytelling and insight, he will explore the intersection of Indigenous knowledge and modern business, offering a unique perspective on leadership, responsibility and the role of culture in shaping stronger outcomes for our communities and economy.
Event Details
🗓️ Tuesday 7th July 2026
🕛 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM (arrival from 11:30am with a 12pm sharp start)
📍 Pier 97
👔 Business Attire
Speaker
Prof. Deen Sanders is a Professor in Law at the University of Newcastle, Special Counsel to Deloitte Access Economics, and Managing Director of Think. Know. Do – an Indigenous leadership, economics and strategy firm. With more than 30 years’ experience across corporate, regulatory and government sectors, he is recognised as a global thought leader in culture, law, economics and governance. He has undertaken two PhDs and was awarded the Order of Australia Medal in 2017.
Deen holds a number of influential roles, including Chair of the World Economic Forum Global Future Council on Natural Capital, and serves on multiple boards and government advisory committees across environment, law and economic development. He is a trusted advisor to senior leaders on complex and sensitive issues.
More importantly, he is a Worimi Giparr — cultural knowledge holder, deeply connected to his community — and a globally recognised Indigenous leader advocating for the integration of Indigenous knowledge and Western systems to shape stronger outcomes for business and society.
A highly regarded speaker both nationally and internationally, Deen also has a strong local connection, having grown up in Newcastle — making his insights especially relevant to our region’s business community.
Join us in Celebrating Country& Culture with a powerful and personal conversation with Professor Deen Sanders OAM, as he shares his journey from growing up in Newcastle to becoming a globally recognised Indigenous leader across law, economics and governance.
During this special luncheon, Country, Culture & Commerce come together as Deen reflects on the experiences, challenges and values that have shaped his path. Through storytelling and insight, he will explore the intersection of Indigenous knowledge and modern business, offering a unique perspective on leadership, responsibility and the role of culture in shaping stronger outcomes for our communities and economy.
Event Details
🗓️ Tuesday 7th July 2026
🕛 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM (arrival from 11:30am with a 12pm sharp start)
📍 Pier 97
👔 Business Attire
Speaker
Prof. Deen Sanders is a Professor in Law at the University of Newcastle, Special Counsel to Deloitte Access Economics, and Managing Director of Think. Know. Do – an Indigenous leadership, economics and strategy firm. With more than 30 years’ experience across corporate, regulatory and government sectors, he is recognised as a global thought leader in culture, law, economics and governance. He has undertaken two PhDs and was awarded the Order of Australia Medal in 2017.
Deen holds a number of influential roles, including Chair of the World Economic Forum Global Future Council on Natural Capital, and serves on multiple boards and government advisory committees across environment, law and economic development. He is a trusted advisor to senior leaders on complex and sensitive issues.
More importantly, he is a Worimi Giparr — cultural knowledge holder, deeply connected to his community — and a globally recognised Indigenous leader advocating for the integration of Indigenous knowledge and Western systems to shape stronger outcomes for business and society.
A highly regarded speaker both nationally and internationally, Deen also has a strong local connection, having grown up in Newcastle — making his insights especially relevant to our region’s business community.
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Where is it happening?
Pier Ninety Seven, 97B Hannell St, Wickham NSW 2293, Australia, Newcastle
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