David has held senior leadership roles in the aged care, seniors living, biotechnology, and acute care sectors. In these roles, he has led organisational governance, strategy, human resources, and financial management.
David is also an experienced governance professional having held several director, chair, and company secretary roles across for-profit, for-purpose, and industry peak body organisations. These experiences have spanned the aged care, seniors living, and disability services sectors.
As a registered nurse with post-graduate qualifications in business, governance, and leadership, David has developed a reputation as a thought leader in the aged care industry. David was an innovAGEING Innovator of the Year finalist in 2022 and has been awarded The Minister’s Award for Excellence, National Better Practice Awards, and ITAC (Innovative Technology Across Care) awards.
C7 – AI: depersonalising service or freeing up time to support care?
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Artificial intelligence is transforming aged care, offering opportunities to streamline tasks, enhance efficiency and support staff. But does automation risk depersonalising services, or can it free time for more meaningful, person-centred care? This conversation will examine the promises and pitfalls of AI in the sector, exploring practical applications, ethical considerations, and impacts on staff and older Australians.