ANZ BC Day 2025

Grant helps individuals and businesses make better financial decisions by having secure, reliable access to their transaction data in the system they use. A pioneer of Open Banking in Australia, Grant is the co-founder of SISS Data Services which provides secure bank data services to individuals, businesses, their accountants & bookkeepers and the platforms they use.

I'm an energetic, self-motivated and driven professional with 25+ years of experience implementing Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. I have strong technical and functional skills across all modules in Business Central. Over the years, I have worked as the technical and functional lead across over 50 NAV and Business Central implementations in various industries. I lead Theta's D365 Practice in Auckland with a team of 25 developers and consultants. Our team has significant experience working on complex implementations and using proven solutions from trusted ISV partners. We have also invested significantly in several of the apps we built where we found gaps in the market. These apps are now used by many companies worldwide.

Scott has been part of Solver for over 10 years and is the Channel Manager for the Asia Pacific region. He works closely with partners across Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia to support customers in meeting their budgeting, forecasting, and reporting needs.

Tharanga Chandrasekara is a Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central lead technical consultant with over a decade of experience. Tharanga is an active member and community moderator of the official Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central Community forum. He regularly shares knowledge with others through his blog, user groups, and webinars. Tharanga strongly believes that "one small piece of knowledge someone shares today could be the cornerstone of a huge concept that changes the world tomorrow". Since 2016, Tharanga has been awarded the prestigious Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) award for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.

Kirsty Chapman is a Partner Solutions Sales Manager at Microsoft, helping enable growth across the Microsoft BizApps partner ecosystem across Australia and New Zealand.

As a Solution Architect, I bring extensive experience in Microsoft Dynamics NAV/365 Business Central/Power Platform/Copilot/Azure. My journey has evolved from technical consultancy to leadership, guiding businesses through digital transformation and integration with a focus on excellence and innovation.

Experienced MS Dynamics 365 Business Central Practice Lead with 15+ years of expertise in implementation, upgrades, integrations, and support development projects. Proven success across diverse domains, including Trading, NGOs, Manufacturing, IT, Financial Services, Banking, and Automobile industries. Adept at delivering solutions across multiple geographies, including Australia, the USA, GCC, the UK, and Europe.

Transitioned from real estate development and property management to developing tech solutions. I'm now focused on creating software that simplifies the day-to-day tasks of property managers - whichever space they manage.

John Dunkerley has specialised in secure bank data feeds for business and accounting platforms for over 20 years. With experience in Open Banking across Australia, New Zealand and Europe, as well as a background in financial management platforms, John is ideally placed to advise the Business Central community on the impacts Open Data will have to their operations, and their interactions with customers and suppliers.

Meet Brad Foot, the Chief Operations Officer and Fenwick Gold Product Manager at Fenwick. A true champion of quality, Brad has dedicated over 20 years to developing, implementing and supporting Navision/Nav/Business Central with unwavering precision. Brad is on a mission to deliver the highest standards to his clients. He approaches every project with a determination to find solutions and leave no challenge unmet. With his sharp mind and focus, he is a force to be reckoned with in the world of technology. But don't let Brad's relentless pursuit of perfection fool you, he's also got a playful side. In his off-hours, you'll find him indulging his creative side with intricate woodworking projects or revving the engine of his beloved Datsun 260z. Whether he's tackling a new project or sharing a laugh with friends, Brad always makes time for a good time.

Steve Gichure is a Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central developer with 14 years of experience implementing ERP solutions across Africa, Australia, New Zealand and the US. Stephen has been an active member of the Business Central community in New Zealand for the last 5 years, sharing his knowledge in community events across NZ. He now works as a freelance contractor, focusing on enabling business transformation through software innovations.

Johnathan Gonzalez is a Senior Consultant and Partner Success Manager at Fenwick, where he played a central role in the rebranding and redevelopment of Power BI Gold. His contributions helped shape the solution into a valuable product that was later licensed by Microsoft. Johnathan is passionate about using business intelligence to solve real-world challenges and enable better decision-making for clients. With a focus on collaboration and practical solutions, he has worked closely with teams to enhance data analytics capabilities. His work is driven by a commitment to continuous improvement and delivering meaningful outcomes for organizations.

Carl Head has over 20 years’ experience implementing business systems across the world, spanning industries from manufacturing and supply chain to professional services and retail. A specialist in Microsoft Dynamics 365, he focuses on building people-centric solutions that sit at the intersection of technology, process, and human experience; helping organisations get genuine value from digital transformation.

Tasklet Mobile WMS professional working closely with Microsoft Partners in APAC helping them optimize their customer's warehouse processes.

Started working at Continia Software 10 years ago, together with my team we established a succesfull partner network in the UK, Ireland, Portugal and Eastern Europe.

Tomas is Microsoft MVP for Business Applications. He has been working with Microsoft Dynamics NAV and Business Central since his university days. He began his journey as a NAV developer and quickly transitioned to a lead role. For the past few years, he has been guiding new developers in understanding both C/AL and AL languages and core Business Central processes. Tomas is passionate about working with data using modern D365 products and is a huge fan of BC open-source programs. Apart from the open-source programs, he focuses on technical topics, especially Dynamics 365 Sales integration, telemetry, and best practices. 🤖📈 Currently, Tomas resides in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, and is enjoying the never-ending summer. 🌞

Dmitry is a Business Central expert with over 20 years of experience. He has held roles ranging from developer to business owner. Since earning the MVP title in 2018, Dmitry has consistently shared his expertise through blogs, conferences and community contributions. In 2023, he created CentralQ.ai, an AI-powered search built on the knowledge of the Business Central community, quickly becoming a must-have tool for professionals. Known for turning bold ideas into reality, Dmitry continues to push the boundaries of AI in Microsoft Business Central.

Nikolai has been working with NAV and Business Central for 24 years; working as a developer, lead consultant, team lead, trainer, mentor, R&D guy, add-on product lead, demo dolly, and architect. He has forgotten almost all he used to know about HTML, C++. C#, Java, and Javascript to make room for dad jokes and badly drawn pixel-art.

Gideon has established himself as a Solution Architect in Dynamics and Power Platform applications, with a focus on Business Central. Passionate about technology and its transformative potential, he is dedicated to implementing solutions that push the boundaries of what is possible. Whether discussing the latest trends in Business Central or sharing insights on maximizing the potential of Power Platform applications, he strives to captivate audiences with his passion for technology.

As a Solution Architect with over 10+ years of global IT experience, I architect and lead end-to-end ERP solutions, specializing in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and Dynamics NAV. My track record includes successfully delivering complex implementation, customization, and integration projects across Australia, the UAE, and Africa, consistently tailoring solutions to meet diverse industry requirements. My deep expertise covers system upgrades, custom add-on development, and full-spectrum functional mastery in Sales, Purchase, Finance, and Manufacturing. I drive operational excellence through advanced tools, including Azure DevOps, Power Platform, and Copilot, leveraging Anveo EDI mapping for seamless automation and data exchange. Certified (MB-920) and committed to scalable design, I deliver efficient, business-aligned ERP architectures that maximize client ROI and operational efficiency.

Tash has 20 years in the Microsoft channel where she has had roles as a business analyst, tester, consultant, project manager, product manager and CTO. Before joining Seer Tash lead and was responsible for one of the largest Microsoft P&Ls in ANZ. Tash understands the challenges that partner leadership and their consultants are under to deliver profitable projects that meet customer expectations.

Joerg Rau is the Head of the Dynamics 365 practice at Theta, bringing over 20 years of expertise as a Business Central consultant. With a deep understanding of the platform and a passion for helping businesses optimise their operations, Joerg has been instrumental in guiding numerous organisations through their digital transformation journeys. His extensive experience and insights into Business Central make him a sought-after speaker and trusted advisor in the field.

Nick has worked for Microsoft partners since he finished his undergrad in 2007, covering Dynamics AX and other related solutions before working in the global finance team of DXC Technology. Moving back into a customer-facing architect role in 2018 , Nick has been focused on BC and the wider D365 ecosystem and how our customers can better utilise the tools they have to get the most out of their Microsoft investment.

Liam Ryan leads the APJ business for Boyum IT in APJ and has worked with manufacturing organisations for 20 years.

Tim Shaw is a seasoned Solution Architect with deep expertise in Data, AI, and Business Applications. With over two decades of experience, he helps organizations turn complex technology into practical business outcomes—designing scalable data platforms, AI solutions, and integrated ERP/CRM systems. Known for bridging business strategy and technical execution, Tim has led large transformation projects, guided AI adoption roadmaps, and mentored teams on modern data practices. An engaging speaker, he shares real-world lessons with clarity, humor, and a focus on outcomes, inspiring audiences to embrace innovation with confidence.

Kostadin is a technologist with more than 15 years of expertise focused on modernising Enterprise Applications. He has executed transformative ERP and CRM initiatives for clients across Europe, Asia, and ANZ. Currently, Kostadin leads the Business Applications Sales and Growth strategy for Microsoft ANZ's SMB segment. He holds an MSc in FinTech and a BSc in Computer Science.

Anthony has over 25 years of experience across Business Management, Technology, Finance and Accounting and 7 years with Business Central. After 18 years as working in Public Practice Accounting in various rolls including Accountant, Business Advisor and ERP consultant he co-founded Pryme Matters Australia (formally Glass Wall Lab) in 2021. Over the past 2 years Anthony and the team at Pryme Matters Australia have been working closely with a mid-tier accounting firm and Pryme Global to further develop Pryme Matters to meet the Practice Management requirements of Australian Accounting and Law firms. When he’s not building an amazing Practice Management solution, Anthony enjoys cycling the quite roads and amazing trails throughout Tasmania as well as down time with his family.