Izzy Whitelock

CEO at AIIA

Speaker

Chief Executive Officer, Australian Information Industry Association (AIIA)

Izzy Whitelock is an accomplished technology executive and CEO of the Australian Information Industry Association (AIIA), representing Australia’s technology sector and leading national engagement between industry and government on digital transformation, innovation, and responsible AI.

With a career spanning data, analytics, AI, and privacy across HealthTech, Aged Tech, and National Security, Izzy has built a reputation for translating complex technology into real-world impact. She has successfully led an AI company from seed funding through to ASX listing and has advised government agencies, universities, and scaling tech ventures on strategy, governance, and ethical innovation.

Izzy has extensive experience navigating multi-stakeholder environments - from the National Intelligence Community and defence to healthcare and financial services - and is known for fostering trusted relationships across public and private sectors.

As a board member, mentor, and advocate for tech-for-good initiatives, she is deeply committed to advancing Australia’s innovation capability, ensuring technology serves people, communities, and the nation’s long-term interests.