Phil Laufenberg is a seasoned AI leader with experience across academia and industry. As Head of AI at Macquarie University, he oversees strategic initiatives that drive innovation in education, research, health and enterprise applications. He has a track record of leading successful AI-driven projects, including scaling an education SaaS platform to 200,000 service students across 80% of Australian Universities and holding a patent in artificial intelligence. Phil’s leadership in AI spans developing ethical AI frameworks, championing automation in business processes, and fostering industry-academic collaborations. He contributes to research in AI and machine learning, and consistently emphasises responsible, impactful AI solutions that bridge academic insight with real-world enterprise needs. Phil is also an author and keynote speaker on AI innovation, advising enterprises on how to harness AI responsibly for competitive advantage.