Press Release
Spotlight on the future of Sydney, retailing and ESG at Flow and Glow
Sydney
September 29, 2022
Media Contact
Kathryn House
Communications Director, Pacific
Innovators, industry leaders, artists and government officials will come together next month at Flow and Glow, for a series of panel events covering the futures of Sydney and retailing, the importance of purpose-driven and equitable organisations, and more.
With a focus on sustainability and proudly funded by the NSW Government through its CBDs Revitalisation Program, Flow and Glow is a two-day-and-night program of talks, arts and experiences in the Wynyard neighbourhood on October 13-14.
Real estate services leader CBRE developed the Flow and Glow concept in partnership with creative agencies Villa + Villa and Motti & Smith.
Five talks will be held at Brookfield Place and The Fullerton Hotel Sydney, with free tickets available now via Eventbrite.
With the full line-up spanning an array of sectors, notable speakers include Dr Caroline Butler-Bowdon (Transport for NSW), Steve Cox (Destination NSW), Lisa Crennan (Accenture), Sarah Hetherington (Sydney Contemporary) and Brett Leavy (Bilbie XR Labs).
CBRE’s Phil Rowland, Amanda Steele, Kate Bailey and Natasha Mulchay will each moderate sessions, while the property industry is also represented by Rosemary Condron-Calic (ISPT) and Jennifer Di Bartolomeo (Charter Hall).
Flow and Glow talks schedule
Thursday October 13 at Brookfield Place
• Creating Conscious Cities, 11am-12pm
• Economics of Equitability, 2pm-3pm
• Art in Place, 4pm-5pm
Friday October 14 at The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
• Future of Cities: Building Brand Sydney, 2pm-3pm
• Future of Retail: Immersive Experiences, 4pm-5pm
Australia Square joins the list of venues for the second instalment of Flow and Glow, following the maiden event in May 2022, and will be the core destination for art.
“It’s no secret that Sydney’s narrative needs to change, and is changing, and we’re proud that Flow and Glow is an example of how we can give new life to unexpected spaces and help revitalise the CBD,” Project Director Ash Nicholson from CBRE said.
“Talks are at the heart of Flow and Glow’s sustainability-focused philosophy, with our panellists selected not only for their expertise, but also their passion.
“We’re proud of the calibre of guests who’ll be joining us, and particularly excited about giving attendees a chance to learn more about some of the people whose stories they might not already know.”
Gordon Renouf from Good On You will be among the panellists in the Future of Retail: Immersive Experiences discussion on Friday October 14.
Good On You is the leading independent platform for fashion brand sustainability, and Mr Renouf highlighted the importance of the retail sector evolving in line with consumer expectations.
"More and more consumers are choosing brands that effectively demonstrate their sustainability credentials,” Mr Renouf said.
“Any conversation around the retail experience must centre on how brands meet this expectation. We're excited to join other innovators to discuss the retail future our planet needs."
Attendees can secure free Flow and Glow tickets via Eventbrite, and learn more about the event by downloading the Flow and Glow app from the Apple and Google app stores.
Flow and Glow full speaker line-up
Thursday October 13 at Brookfield Place
Creating Conscious Cities, 11am-12pm
• Dr Caroline Butler-Bowdon. Executive Director, Cities Revitalisation and Place, Transport for NSW
• Laura Hamilton-O'Hara. CEO, Living Future Institute of Australia
• Valerie Saavedra Lux. Regenerative Practice Lead, BVN Architects
• Brett Leavy. Virtual Heritage Jedi at Bilbie XR Labs - a First Nations social impact
• Michelle Tabet. Founder and Director at Left Bank Co.
• Moderator: Natasha Mulcahy. Head of ESG, Property Management, CBRE
Economics of Equitability, 2pm-3pm
• Lisa Crennan. Corporate Services & Sustainability – ANZ, Accenture Australia
• Rebecca Jinks. Director, ESG & Sustainability, Taronga Ventures
• Antoinette Lattouf. Australian journalist, author and diversity advocate
• Moderator: Phil Rowland. CEO, CBRE
Art in Place, 4pm-5pm
• Noni Cragg. Aboriginal Australian Artist
• Tracey Deep. Artist
• Owen Craven. Managing Principal, Urban Art Projects
• Sarah Hetherington. Director, Galleries - Sydney Contemporary
• Moderator: Oliver Watts. Senior Curator, Artbank
Friday October 14 at The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
Future of Cities: Building Brand Sydney, 2pm-3pm
• Steve Cox. CEO, Destination NSW
• Michael Gibb. Chief Executive Officer, Night Time Industries Association
• James Hulme. Director of External Affairs and Programs, Office of the 24-Hour Economy Commissioner
• Jennifer Di Bartolomeo. Head of Place & Experience, Office, Charter Hall
• Moderator: Amanda Steele. Executive Managing Director, Property Management, CBRE
Future of Retail: Immersive Experiences, 4pm-5pm
• Simone Barker. Co-Founder/Head of Production at Zebrar
• Rosemary Condron-Calic. National Portfolio Manager, Retail Services, ISPT
• Gordon Renouf. CEO & founder, Good on You
• Moderator: Kate Bailey. Head of Retail & Alternatives, CBRE
With a focus on sustainability and proudly funded by the NSW Government through its CBDs Revitalisation Program, Flow and Glow is a two-day-and-night program of talks, arts and experiences in the Wynyard neighbourhood on October 13-14.
Real estate services leader CBRE developed the Flow and Glow concept in partnership with creative agencies Villa + Villa and Motti & Smith.
Five talks will be held at Brookfield Place and The Fullerton Hotel Sydney, with free tickets available now via Eventbrite.
With the full line-up spanning an array of sectors, notable speakers include Dr Caroline Butler-Bowdon (Transport for NSW), Steve Cox (Destination NSW), Lisa Crennan (Accenture), Sarah Hetherington (Sydney Contemporary) and Brett Leavy (Bilbie XR Labs).
CBRE’s Phil Rowland, Amanda Steele, Kate Bailey and Natasha Mulchay will each moderate sessions, while the property industry is also represented by Rosemary Condron-Calic (ISPT) and Jennifer Di Bartolomeo (Charter Hall).
Flow and Glow talks schedule
Thursday October 13 at Brookfield Place
• Creating Conscious Cities, 11am-12pm
• Economics of Equitability, 2pm-3pm
• Art in Place, 4pm-5pm
Friday October 14 at The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
• Future of Cities: Building Brand Sydney, 2pm-3pm
• Future of Retail: Immersive Experiences, 4pm-5pm
Australia Square joins the list of venues for the second instalment of Flow and Glow, following the maiden event in May 2022, and will be the core destination for art.
“It’s no secret that Sydney’s narrative needs to change, and is changing, and we’re proud that Flow and Glow is an example of how we can give new life to unexpected spaces and help revitalise the CBD,” Project Director Ash Nicholson from CBRE said.
“Talks are at the heart of Flow and Glow’s sustainability-focused philosophy, with our panellists selected not only for their expertise, but also their passion.
“We’re proud of the calibre of guests who’ll be joining us, and particularly excited about giving attendees a chance to learn more about some of the people whose stories they might not already know.”
Gordon Renouf from Good On You will be among the panellists in the Future of Retail: Immersive Experiences discussion on Friday October 14.
Good On You is the leading independent platform for fashion brand sustainability, and Mr Renouf highlighted the importance of the retail sector evolving in line with consumer expectations.
"More and more consumers are choosing brands that effectively demonstrate their sustainability credentials,” Mr Renouf said.
“Any conversation around the retail experience must centre on how brands meet this expectation. We're excited to join other innovators to discuss the retail future our planet needs."
Attendees can secure free Flow and Glow tickets via Eventbrite, and learn more about the event by downloading the Flow and Glow app from the Apple and Google app stores.
Flow and Glow full speaker line-up
Thursday October 13 at Brookfield Place
Creating Conscious Cities, 11am-12pm
• Dr Caroline Butler-Bowdon. Executive Director, Cities Revitalisation and Place, Transport for NSW
• Laura Hamilton-O'Hara. CEO, Living Future Institute of Australia
• Valerie Saavedra Lux. Regenerative Practice Lead, BVN Architects
• Brett Leavy. Virtual Heritage Jedi at Bilbie XR Labs - a First Nations social impact
• Michelle Tabet. Founder and Director at Left Bank Co.
• Moderator: Natasha Mulcahy. Head of ESG, Property Management, CBRE
Economics of Equitability, 2pm-3pm
• Lisa Crennan. Corporate Services & Sustainability – ANZ, Accenture Australia
• Rebecca Jinks. Director, ESG & Sustainability, Taronga Ventures
• Antoinette Lattouf. Australian journalist, author and diversity advocate
• Moderator: Phil Rowland. CEO, CBRE
Art in Place, 4pm-5pm
• Noni Cragg. Aboriginal Australian Artist
• Tracey Deep. Artist
• Owen Craven. Managing Principal, Urban Art Projects
• Sarah Hetherington. Director, Galleries - Sydney Contemporary
• Moderator: Oliver Watts. Senior Curator, Artbank
Friday October 14 at The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
Future of Cities: Building Brand Sydney, 2pm-3pm
• Steve Cox. CEO, Destination NSW
• Michael Gibb. Chief Executive Officer, Night Time Industries Association
• James Hulme. Director of External Affairs and Programs, Office of the 24-Hour Economy Commissioner
• Jennifer Di Bartolomeo. Head of Place & Experience, Office, Charter Hall
• Moderator: Amanda Steele. Executive Managing Director, Property Management, CBRE
Future of Retail: Immersive Experiences, 4pm-5pm
• Simone Barker. Co-Founder/Head of Production at Zebrar
• Rosemary Condron-Calic. National Portfolio Manager, Retail Services, ISPT
• Gordon Renouf. CEO & founder, Good on You
• Moderator: Kate Bailey. Head of Retail & Alternatives, CBRE
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