A World of Insight for Local Business.

This isn’t just another business breakfast, it’s an opportunity to connect global trends with local action. From shifting international markets to evolving sustainability standards and smarter banking support, you’ll leave with practical insights that will help you make sharper business decisions for the future. With the Bendigo Bank Business Banking Hub on hand, you’ll also gain direct access to resources designed to help you plan, manage, and grow your enterprise — and strengthen the partnerships that matter. In uncertain times, conﬁdence comes from knowledge. Join us at Business Futures Unlocked and put your business ahead of the curve.

Timely economic insights for business confidence, investment, and the broader economy. Come and Listen to what lies ahead, and discover some encouraging signs of current strength and stability from our guest speakers.

David Robertson

Chief Economist and Head of Economic and Market Research at Bendigo Bank

David joined Bendigo Bank 23 years ago. He has previously worked in a range of senior roles in Treasury for the State Bank of New South Wales, First Chicago, and Commonwealth Bank.

David’s regular economic commentaries draw on decades of economic research and his unique and fresh style of delivery has garnered a loyal following for his regular YouTube segments.

Brooke Pettit

Head of ESG & Sustainability at Bendigo Bank.

Brooke leads the management of the bank’s environmental, social and governance (ESG) approach through its enterprise-wide ESG & Sustainability Business Plan, Climate & Nature Action Plan and oversees sustainability disclosure.

Brooke has extensive experience in sustainability and community investment through leadership roles at IAG, Foxtel, and LendLease.

Julian Sakowski

Regional Manager – WA and SA, Business Banking Bendigo Bank.

Julian is a seasoned banker with a career spanning 35 years across commercial, corporate, and institutional banking. Julian has held senior relationship and leadership positions in multiple domestic and international locations.

His current role is the Regional Manager for Bendigo Bank’s Business Banking division in SA and WA. Julian holds a Bachelor of Economics from the University of Adelaide.