Melbourne '26
22-23 October 2026
Conference
22 Oct –
W, Melbourne
Academy
23 Oct -
W, Melbourne
Join industry leaders and innovators who are transforming the future of financial operations through cutting-edge technology and intelligent automation
Join us for two days of learning and networking
Day 1
Oct 22
Connect Conference
Inspiration & Learning
Studio 1, W Melbourne
11:30 AM – 5:00 PM + Cocktail Reception after
Keynotes · Industry panels · Networking · Customer stories
Hear from executives and practitioners in audit and finance. You'll leave with fresh ideas and a network of peers to help you drive change at your firm.
Day 2
Oct 23
Connect Academy
Putting It Into Practice
Studio 1, W Melbourne
9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Expert-led hands-on workshops · Real workflows you’ll actually use
Kickstart your learning with Connect Academy. Level up fast with expert-led, immersive sessions designed to help you build, deploy, and apply AI in your audit workflows. Leave with real skills, not just ideas.
For existing customers only Limited Seats, First Come, First Served
Previous Industry Thought Leaders
Tom McLeod
Global Advisor to Boards, Governments and Audit Leaders on AI Assurance
The Buyer's Guide: In an era of rapid technological change, audit functions face mounting pressure to modernise their tools and workflows. This session, led by Tom, cuts through the noise to help audit professionals make smarter, more confident technology purchasing decisions.
Connect '25 Sydney
Aimn Fatima
AI Business Solutions – Cloud Solutions Architect at Microsoft
Explore how autonomous AI agents are moving beyond automation to actively reasoning, planning, and executing complex workflows. Attendees gained practical insight into what the agentic era means for audit and finance. Aimn helped shift the narrative.
Connect '25 Sydney
Howard Dan
MD & Head of Audit Analytics at OCBC
As agentic AI reshapes business operations, audit and finance functions stand at a pivotal inflection point. Howard shared candid insights on what it takes to harness AI and analytics to lead transformation from within and stay ahead of a rapidly evolving landscape.
Connect '25 Singapore
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About
DataSnipper Connect is THE premier event for forward-thinking, AI-driven Audit & Finance professionals
5 Sessions with Exceptional speakers
Join industry leaders and innovators who are transforming the future of financial operations through cutting-edge technology and intelligent automation. Whether you're looking to revolutionize your audit processes, leverage AI for smarter financial insights, or connect with peers pushing the boundaries of what's possible—this is where the future of the profession comes together.
Recognizing Auditors and Finance Professionals world-wide
Your work ensures transparency, accountability, and integrity in an increasingly complex world. Join fellow professionals who are advancing the profession through innovation, collaboration, and a shared commitment to excellence. This is where those who protect financial trust come together to shape its future.
Kickstart your learning with Connect Academy
Day 2
Oct 23
Connect Academy
Join us for a special half-day of learning and networking.
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