Presenters

Rory Alexander, Managing Director, Aldermane
Rory is the founder and managing partner of Aldermane, a full‑service Commonwealth government projects design and delivery business supporting Defence, National Security and Social Services. A specialist in Defence and Government procurement, he has over a decade of experience guiding Commonwealth clients through major capability, service and technology acquisitions. Working across Canberra and Sydney, Rory is known for providing pragmatic, commercially minded advice from initial market approach through to negotiation, contract award and delivery. Rory founded Aldermane to offer a more flexible, collaborative and outcomes‑based service model, built around a trusted team of friendly advisors. With deep experience in both public and private sectors, he balances legal risk with commercial, policy and political realities. His expertise spans project design, contracting models, procurement strategies, tender documentation, evaluation, negotiation of liability and risk frameworks, and ongoing contract management. He holds degrees in Business (Finance) and Law and previously worked as a senior lawyer at Ashurst. He is admitted to the Supreme Court of NSW and the High Court of Australia, and is a practising member of the Law Society of the ACT and also holds an interstate practising certificate in NSW.


Ryan Murphy, Principal, McInnes Wilson
Ryan Murphy is a well-respected employment and industrial relations lawyer known for his practical and straightforward approach. He works with a wide range of clients, including businesses, government departments and agencies, and not-for-profits, helping them navigate complex legal challenges. Ryan is focused on delivering clear, tailored solutions that meet his clients' goals, whether that involves employment claims (during employment or relating to termination) restructures, advising on workplace issues in corporate transactions, or developing and navigating an industrial relations strategy. Clients value Ryan's responsiveness and honest advice, ensuring they receive fair, effective legal support. His expertise spans across sectors, including health, finance and superannuation, education, and startups, where he works to achieve the best possible outcomes. Ryan is as comfortable giving training over a webinar or in a room of HR professionals or inhouse counsel as he is advocating on his clients' behalf in a Commission or Court.