Philip Dalidakis

Hon Dalidakis was a Member of the Victorian Parliament from 2014 to 2019. He served as a Minister of Trade and Investment, Innovation, the Digital Economy and Small Business from 2015 to 2018. During this time, he implemented a strategic vision for Victoria as a technology and innovation hub. He also implemented a cybersecurity strategy that led to the creation of the Oceania Cyber Security Centre, the attraction of NBN Co's national cybersecurity centre to Melbourne, the establishment of Data61's national cyber research unit, and memoranda of understanding in the USA and Israel. Before being elected to the Victorian Parliament, he worked in various roles in the public and private sectors, including at Deloitte and at ASX-listed Centro Properties Group. He joined Australia Post as Executive General Manager, Corporate Services in July 2019, where he is a Member of the leadership team. He is also a Fellow of the Institute of Managers & Leaders.