BSC (HONOURS) Computer Science and Business, Carnegie Mellon University
Scott has over 25 years experience as a technology executive in Australia and the Asia Pacific Region. He has been a partner with Deloitte Consulting, a member of the executive team for Oakton, an Australian listed company, and grown and run multiple boutique services companies during this time. His focus is on operational excellence and delivering great customer outcomes.
CAANZ, GAICD, CMA, MEcon
Annette has been in technology sales for over 25 years. She is a Chartered Accountant, Certified Management Accountant and a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. She is acutely aware of the business impact that Covid 19 has had globally, and proactively works to bring businesses back to a successful Covid Safe normality
BA (Qld) MBA (USyd) Dip. Security and Risk Mgmt, Dip. Mgmt , Dip Quality Auditing, ICAO National Inspector, IATA Quality Auditor, ICAO Security Instructor
Bill, a founder and Director of Paradym has over twenty-five years’ experience in security operations, intelligence, threat and risk management, both with the Australian Government and in the private sector.
MBA(CSU), Dip in Quality Auditing, Dip Security & Risk Management, Certificate IV Training and Assessment, IATA Quality Inspector.
Stephen Lawson is a respected risk and security consultant with over 35 years of experience in strategic security, risk management, and aviation security. As a Founder and Director of Paradym, he brings expertise honed through leadership roles with Qantas, the Australian Office of Transport Security, and major international projects.
Steve has led critical security reviews and operational enhancements worldwide, including:
• Undertaking risk assessments of the Australian Border Force across eight major airports.
• Led a comprehensive security review for RGE Group, Singapore, covering seaports, chemical plant, and one of the world’s largest pulp and paper mills.
• Managing large-scale reviews for government agencies, including Indonesia, CASA Papua New Guinea, the Indian Ministry of Civil Aviation, and the UAE’s international airports.
• Reviewing aviation security strategies for Bhutan, Indonesia, and Singapore.
• Developing Qantas’ security policies, standards, and electronic security management systems, including SISLOG, which managed global security incidents.
• Led Qantas’ response to September 11 in New York and coordinated security operations in Denpasar following the Bali bombings.
He was seconded to the Commonwealth government to assist in the introduction of armed security officers on Australian-registered aircraft. This included reviewing US and Israeli Air Marshal training and operations and providing recommendations for implementation in Australia.
He also played key roles in establishing audit and compliance frameworks for aviation and border security. He has written numerous Transport Security Programs (TSPs) for airports, airlines, and regulated entities. Similarly, as a member of multiple airport security committees, he has contributed to policy development, risk assessments, and security enhancements across major aviation hubs.
With extensive experience in crisis management, policy development, and operational security, Steve continues to drive innovative security solutions at Paradym, ensuring the highest standards of protection for aviation, government, and corporate sectors.