Tech Council of Australia

Our latest 'Meeting the AI Skills Boom' report dives deep into the skills needed to successfully build and scale AI systems, examining the state of skills supply across developing, scaling, governing, and managing AI. To fulfil the AI jobs opportunity, we know that we’ll need the workforce to meet two key challenges: - 𝗝𝗼𝗯 𝗥𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀 - including skill and knowledge changes - 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗜 𝗝𝗼𝗯𝘀 - including tech and non-tech occupations By examining both factors, our report provides a high level assessment of the potential challenges in growing Australia’s AI workforce. Discover more about how we can overcome these challenges and unlock the full potential of AI in Australia. Read the full report now: https://lnkd.in/gQNAdrAv #techworkforce #AIadoption #australiantechsector

Did you know that AI has the potential to create up to 200,000 jobs in Australia by 2030? TCA CEO, Damian Kassabgi, recently spoke at the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Software Forum, where he addressed the importance of safe and responsible AI adoption for our national prosperity. Damian highlighted the immense economic potential AI presents for Australia to uplift national productivity and economic growth. He emphasised the importance of responsible AI to maintain trust and encourage adoption, while also discussing the importance of investing in skills, training and migration so we have the skilled workers we need. As we navigate this exciting frontier, the TCA believes Australia can be a world leader in AI but this can only be done with concerted effort, collaboration and partnership between industry and government. To learn more about the AI opportunity in Australia and the skills needed to realise it, check out our latest report: https://lnkd.in/gQNAdrAv You can also our submission on supporting safe and responsible AI here: https://lnkd.in/gnhPycQQ #AIInnovation #TechSkills #AustralianTech #TechCouncilAustralia

Last week, the TCA was proud to host our third annual Parliamentary Innovative Tech Showcase, supported by Microsoft, YouTube, LinkedIn, Datacom and AUCloud. We'd like to especially thank our speakers - The Hon Ed Husic MP, The Hon Paul Fletcher MP and Allegra Spender MP - for your inspiring and rousing words on the future of tech in Australia. And of course, thank you to our members. This showcase wouldn't have been the success it was without all of your hard work. We'll soon be announcing our next big event - The National Tech Summit - so stay tuned!

AI is shaping the future of recruitment and teamwork! Our latest ‘Meeting the AI Skills Boom’ report, developed in collaboration with Microsoft, LinkedIn, and Workday highlights how Australians are embracing AI across various fronts. From revolutionising recruitment on LinkedIn by connecting users with opportunities and enhancing their skills, to empowering teamwork through Atlassian's innovative software that boosts productivity and provides actionable insights, AI is reshaping workplace dynamics. We're proud to feature these insights from these TCA members (and more!) in our report - read more here: https://lnkd.in/gQNAdrAv #AIadoption #australiantechsector #techworkforce #recruitment

Last week, TCA CEO, Damian Kassabgi met with WA Premier Roger Cook and cabinet members Hon Paul Papalia, Hon David Michael, and Hon Simone McGurk, leading discussions on how WA can leverage its current business landscape to boost innovation and attract more STEM talent to the state.    We've been collaborating with the WA Government to showcase the state's tech strengths, including success stories like Canva, which started in WA, and Healthengine, Australia's largest consumer healthcare platform, founded and still based in WA. We project that by 2030, the sector could employ up to 94,000 workers in WA. However, while WA's tech sector shows promise, there's significant room for growth.   The TCA fully supports the WA Government's ambitions to foster innovation and draw more STEM professionals to the state, paving the way for WA to nurture globally competitive tech companies that can export to the world. We look forward to continuing our work with the WA Government to realise the full potential of the state's tech ecosystem.   #WATech #Innovation #STEMTalent #AustralianTech #TechCouncilAustralia

Great to see this announcement by Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles of a $2b investment in cyber and AI capabilities, to be delivered through a strategic partnership with TCA member Amazon Web Services (AWS) to build a Top Secret Cloud in Australia.   TCA research has shown that global tech companies such as AWS play a major role in helping to skill local tech workers and enable new jobs and innovation.   We will continue to support efforts towards the Government’s goal of being a world leader in cyber security by 2030. #cybersecurity #tca #austech

Earlier this week, Tech Council CEO Damian Kassabgi spoke to Sky News Australia about the Tech Council’s new report on Meeting the AI Skills Boom. The report reveals there are already 33,000 people working in AI-related jobs in Australia - about the same number as there are school principals or architects. This could grow to up to 200,000 by 2030, significantly boosting productivity and injecting billions of dollars into the economy. Skilled workers are needed not just in technical roles, but also in areas such as human resources, sales and governance to successfully scale AI systems and businesses. To avoid future skills shortages and realise this potential, we will need improvements to a combination of entry level training, upskilling of existing workers and mid-career retraining. Thank you Microsoft, LinkedIn and Workday for sponsoring this report! For more insights, check out this LinkedIn news article by Marty McCarthy: https://lnkd.in/gmXzti6U Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/gQNAdrAv #AIworkforce #Australiantechsector #techinnovation

And that's a wrap! Yesterday, the TCA was proud to host our third annual Parliamentary Innovative Tech Showcase. With over 600 attendees and 50 exhibitors, this year's event was bigger and better than ever! We'd like to extend our thanks to all the Parliamentarians and senior government officials who attended, with a very special shoutout to our 3 speakers Ed Husic MP, Paul Fletcher MP and Allegra Spender MP. Thank you for your insightful words and support of Australia's tech industry. We'd also like to shout out our Presenting Partner Microsoft, Content Partner YouTube and supporting partners Datacom, LinkedIn, and AUCloud. And last but not least, thank you to all of our amazing members and exhibitors who attended and showcased your amazing tech. It was truly a privilege to witness some of the astounding things that Australian tech companies are doing to change the lives of everyday Australians - stay tuned for our wrap coverage of the event! #techshowcase #austech #australiantech #tca

Our Parliamentary Innovative Tech Showcase kicks off today at Parliament House at 2pm! We are so excited to explore all the incredible companies and tech shaping Australia’s future. From AI to cybersecurity, to space and food tech - we can’t wait for you to discover how tech is revolutionising so many industries across our country! #innovativetechshowcase #australiantechsector

Congratulations to Sunita Gloster AM on your appointment as Chair of the Board for the Diversity Council Australia Ltd! As the Co-Chair for the Tech Council's Media and Marketing Leaders Network, Sunita has long shown her dedication to supporting and influencing minds and hearts in the tech industry to create more equitable, diverse and inclusive spaces. We have no doubt that you will continue to even greater heights in your role with the Diversity Council.