Sidekicker — Sidekicker is an Australian-based on-demand staffing platform founded in 2012 by Tom Amos and Jacqui Bull. The platform connects businesses with pre-qualified temporary staff across various industries, including hospitality, events, aged care, warehousing, and logistics. Operating in Australia and New Zealand, Sidekicker has facilitated over 1.5 million shifts for more than 10,000 clients. The company has received significant investment from SEEK, a leading employment marketplace, to support its growth and expansion.
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Strategic Hiring · Oceania
Australian Government →Prime Minister Albanese announced creation of an Office of AI within the Prime Minister's Office to coordinate national AI standards and policy, with legislation planned for early 2027. The office will work closely with the Minister and Assistant Minister for Industry.
Leadership Change · Oceania
Initiative →Andrew Cambridge appointed as new CEO of Initiative, replacing Jo McAlister
Strategic Hiring · Oceania
FTI Consulting →FTI Consulting appointed Emmanuel Fages as Senior Economist to strengthen Energy and Utilities Advisory capabilities, focusing on strategy, investment and value creation
Product Launch · Oceania
Canva →Canva has made AI a core business focus with recent launch of Canva AI 2.0, a conversational design platform. Company is actively implementing AI Discovery Week and fostering AI experimentation culture among employees
Partnership · Oceania
Avaloq →Avaloq renewed strategic partnership with BIL Suisse with expanded focus on joint innovation, digital transformation, and enhanced client services for Swiss market
Leadership Change · Oceania
Webjet Group →Webjet Group appointed Nicole Sheffield, former Wesfarmers digital chief, as new CEO