Presenters

Clare Mould, Special Counsel, Corrs Chambers Westgarth
Clare is a specialist privacy, data, and AI lawyer in the TMT team at Corrs Chambers Westgarth. With extensive experience in both Australia and London, Clare provides strategic counsel to major private and public sector clients on the legal challenges of emerging digital landscapes covering privacy compliance, AI deployment and governance, complex technology procurement, cyber security and intellectual property. Clare was recognised 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in Australia for work in Privacy and Data Security Law.


Peta Demidenko, Founder and Practical Privacy Principal, Privacy Mayhem
Peta is a seasoned pro with more than 25 years of experience in the exciting world of data protection and information management! With a knack for strategic project leadership across a variety of industries, she is a go-to guru in the ever-changing privacy landscape. Companies turn to Peta for trusted jargon free advice on how to tackle the tricky world of privacy implementations. With a wealth of knowledge in data governance and privacy management, Peta shines at creating strong frameworks, ensuring compliance, and leading transformative projects that make a real difference. Whether it’s navigating the latest privacy trends or steering innovative initiatives, Peta is always ready to take on the challenge with a smile!


Sam Fiddian, Partner, Clayton Utz
Sam is a Partner in the Perth office of Clayton Utz. Specialising in data protection, privacy, cybersecurity, and a broad range of IP and ICT matters, Sam provides strategic advice to Australian and international clients across various industries, including the public sector, health, automotive, mining, and energy and resources. Sam provides deep expertise in both contentious and non-contentious matters, including advising on data protection and privacy compliance, developing privacy and cybersecurity policies and practices, and responding to cyber incidents. Sam also assists clients with the preparation and negotiation of complex technology agreements, licensing arrangements, and joint ventures, as well as addressing issues such as IP infringement, misappropriation of confidential information, and other cyber-related risks. With a focus on helping clients navigate high-risk compliance challenges and manage cyber threats, Sam delivers tailored solutions to protect data and digital assets.

Elizabeth Tylich, Chairperson & Corporate Commercial Partner, Jackson McDonald
She is experienced in drafting and negotiating a broad range of commercial arrangements, including bespoke contractual arrangements, managing transactions, conducting due diligence exercises, and advising on IT contracting and software solutions. She has considerable experience advising both government and non-government organisations on matters of statutory interpretation. Elizabeth has acted on numerous public and private transactions, and is extensively experienced in advising on mergers and acquisitions, business sales, joint ventures, partnerships, and corporate matters, including constitutions, shareholders’ agreements, directors’ duties and corporate governance. She often advises boards and undertakes board governance training. Elizabeth advises charities and not-for-profit organisations on their corporate structure, charitable status, governing documentation and has successfully implemented NFP mergers. She is also experienced in the areas of competition and consumer law.