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Chris Patton
Councillor
City of Perth
Chris Patton is an elected Councillor for the City of Perth, where he plays an active role in local governance and strategic oversight. He serves on several key committees, including the Chief Executive Officer Performance Review Committee, the Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee, and the Metropolitan Regional Road Group.
Alongside his public service, Chris is a director and co owner of a diverse portfolio of businesses across the hospitality, entertainment, aviation and technology sectors. His ventures include a nightclub, bar, restaurant, a commercial audiovisual company, and an aviation business specialising in aircraft hire. A licensed pilot, Chris combines his passion for aviation with his entrepreneurial pursuits, bringing a dynamic and multifaceted perspective to his work in both business and local government.
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9:00–9:15amTue 24 MarSummit StageWinthrop HallOpen
Others
Building the Next Economy - Machines • Money • Humanity
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Dr. Andrzej GwizdalskiCo-founder & ChairmanWestern Australia Web3 Association
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Chris PattonCouncillorCity of Perth
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Robyn CollardCultural Services ConsultantFirst Nations Noongar Community Leader
About this session
This opening sets the Summit’s narrative arc, how the next economy will be defined by resilient infrastructure, trusted financial rails & human-centred outcomes. We zoom out across history, systems & the future to frame why AI, quantum, digital assets & green infrastructure must be built as public-private impact infrastructure, not just technology. Expect a clear “why now” & shared North Star for the entire program.
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