Cavell Invest | Schedule

Registration

1:30pm – 1:45pm | The Neilson Nutshell

INTRODUCTION

Welcome address

1:45pm – 2:00pm | The Neilson Nutshell

Matt Townend

Matt Townend

Managing Director – Cavell

Mark Bunnell

Mark Bunnell

XX – Osbourne Clarke

Join Matt as he delves into the latest local and international trends shaping the communications industry. Drawing on Cavell’s extensive global expertise and recent local market research, Matt will provide unique insights into the evolving landscape. As the founder of Cavell and a strategic advisor to businesses and investors worldwide, Matt brings a wealth of practical experience and research-driven knowledge. This session promises to deliver an engaging and thought-provoking start to the conference.
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KEYNOTE

The Intelligent Workplace Investment Opportunity

2:00pm – 2:20pm | The Neilson Nutshell

Matt Townend

Matt Townend

Managing Director – Cavell

This keynote dives into the latest telephony research on Australian enterprises, exploring how organisations of all sizes are adopting UC, CX, AI, and collaboration technologies. The findings shed light on how local enterprises are leveraging these tools to enhance operational efficiency, streamline communication, and elevate customer engagement. By comparing these trends to global market benchmarks, the session uncovers both alignment and divergence in adoption patterns, offering valuable insights into Australia’s position on the innovation curve.
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PANEL

Verticalisation - The Key to Market Success

2:20pm – 3:00pm | The Neilson Nutshell

Matt Townend

Matt Townend

Managing Director – Cavell

Mark Bunnell

Mark Bunnell

COO – NuWave

This dynamic panel will dive into the growing importance of verticalisation in technology strategies and its increasing impact on investor decision-making. Industry leaders and top investors will share insights on how specialising in niche markets drives innovation, creates competitive advantages, and enhances business valuations.
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BREAK

Coffee break

3:30pm – 3:30pm | Galleria

DEBATE

"M&A is going to grow this year despite global uncertainties"

3:30pm – 4:10pm | The Neilson Nutshell

Matt Townend

Matt Townend

Managing Director – Cavell

Get ready for a thought-provoking debate! This session will feature a passionate advocate making the case for increased M&A activity, while a challenger presents the counterargument. After hearing both perspectives, we’ll open the floor to all attendees for an interactive discussion.
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PANEL

Specialisation or a Broad Product Portfolio - Which Will Drive Value?

4:10pm – 4:40pm | The Neilson Nutshell

Leon Wright

Leon Wright

Microsoft Teams Phone Partner Lead – Microsoft

Rohan Milne

Rohan Milne

CEO – Switch Connect

Dylan Brown

Dylan Brown

CEO – Connect – Symbio

At Cavell, we’re often asked how much a company should specialise in a specific technology versus offering a broad portfolio. If a company does take the broader approach, what are the essential products and skills needed to succeed? With growing pressure on MSPs to expand into areas like security, AI, and CX, the big question is: does it make strategic sense to add these to your portfolio? And if so, how do you effectively acquire the necessary expertise?
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KEYNOTE

What is Seen as Key DNA for Success?

3:20pm – 3:40pm | The Neilson Nutshell

Dom Black

Dom Black

Growth Director – Cavell

Having worked with 100+ technology businesses across consulting, M&A advisory, and industry analysis, Cavell has a deep understanding of what drives success. In this keynote, we’ll share key insights into the essential traits and strategies that define high-performing tech companies—both today and in the future.

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NETWORKING RECEPTION

Networking drinks reception

5:10pm – 6:10pm | Galleria

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