The Queensland Mining Industry Health and Safety Conference (QMIHSC) is set to return for its 36th year, bringing together industry leaders, professionals, and innovators at The Star Gold Coast from August 17–20.
An unmissable highlight of the event has always been its keynote speaker sessions, and this year will be no different.
Attendees will get the opportunity to hear and learn from nearly a dozen inspirational talks.
Among those hosting these sessions is Bastien Treptel, who went from being a hacker to an eminent cybersecurity leader.
At just 16, Treptel famously infiltrated one of Australia’s largest banks, giving him unique insights into how cybercriminals operate. Today, he’s a trusted leader in protecting businesses from sophisticated digital threats.
As the founder of CTRL: Cyber, valued at over $100 million and acquired in 2021 — and now leading Ironclad ID, Treptel is on a mission to eliminate identity-based breaches through cutting-edge solutions tackling social engineering attacks.
His keynotes are fast-paced, eye-opening, and packed with practical advice. Drawing on real-world cases, Treptel reveals how hackers think, exposes common vulnerabilities, and outlines the steps leaders must take to safeguard their organisations.
Alongside Treptel, audiences will also hear from Ben Houlison.
Houlison is a champion adaptive rower and has represented Australia, winning bronze at the 2009 World Championships in Poland.
In 2004, he was working as a coal miner when he became paraplegic after a workplace accident.
He took up rowing a short time later and by 2006 became the New South Wales state champion shortly followed by Australian champion and then international success.
He will share his story in the hopes of teaching others about the impacts a work injury can have: “Once you experience a workplace accident, you never want someone to go through what my family had to”.
To ensure you don’t miss out on these sessions, register now to secure your spot.
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