Professorial Lecture Series

Event Details

Date: Thursday 16 July 2026

Time: 4pm - 6pm (Registration will start at 4.00pm, with networking and refreshments. Presentation will commence at 4.30pm sharp)

Where: University Club (Building 6, Level 3)

Free Admission

All Welcome

The Analytics Edge: Turning Industry Problems into Research That Changes How Business Works

What does it take for research to make a real difference in the world?

Join us for the next instalment of the Professorial Lecture Series 2026 as , Professor of Data Analytics at Bond Business School and inaugural member of the Centre for Data Analytics, takes us on a journey from catching fraudsters to forecasting the future.

Drawing on more than a decade of collaborative research with industry, Professor Gepp uses advanced statistical and machine learning techniques to reveal surprising insights about problems of real economic and social importance. His work has helped shape new spin-out companies, powered tourism forecasting for the City of Gold Coast, and partnered with organisations including KPMG Australia, RACQ, and the Brisbane Lions.

In this engaging talk, he'll explore:

• Where it all began — some genuinely fascinating findings from the world of fraud analytics
• The power of partnership — what happens when researchers truly listen to industry, and the remarkable outcomes that follow
• Research that matters — why impact is the real measure of success, and how good research can change the way organisations run
• Empowering the next generation — the value of mentoring outstanding research students who go on to win Vice Chancellor and Dean's Awards

With over 100 research outputs, international research awards, and a national teaching award to his name, Professor Gepp brings world-class expertise and a genuine passion for making research count.

Whether you're an academic, an industry leader, a student, or simply curious about the hidden power of data, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.