FREE NETWORKING BREAKFAST EVENT
The Human Advantage
Balancing AI, efficiency and impact in modern operations
A free breakfast networking event for manufacturing, supply chain, procurement and operations professionals.
As AI and automation reshape the way businesses operate, many leaders are asking the same question: how do we improve efficiency without losing what makes our businesses human?
Join Waverley Social Enterprises for a free networking event bringing together local businesses to explore that question.
You’ll hear from keynote speaker Kanji Low, AI strategist and CEO of SynapzeAI, who will share practical insight into how businesses can adopt new technology while protecting the relationships, values and judgement that people still expect from the brands they work with.
These events are not a sales pitch. It is a chance to hear fresh thinking, connect with peers, and explore how businesses can stay productive, competitive and human. We’d love to see you there!
HOSTED BY WAVERLEY SOCIAL ENTERPRISES AND SPONSORED BY COMPNOW
Two events to choose from
MULGRAVE LOCATION
Date: Thursday 3 September, 2026
Time: 7:30am – 9:30am
Location: Eastern Innovation Hub, 5A Hartnett Close, Mulgrave
BAYSWATER LOCATION
Date: Thursday 15 October, 2026
Time: 7:30am – 9:30am
Location: Building 31, 855 Mountain Hwy, Bayswater
About the Keynote Speaker
Kanji Low is an internationally recognised entrepreneur, keynote speaker and AI strategist. From leading teams at IBM to founding Synapze AI, he’s spent 13+ years helping businesses grow with systems, not stress.
Named one of the Top 10 Coaches by LA Weekly and Yahoo Finance, he’s spoken across Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Dubai, Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand and the Philippines, known for simplifying complex tech and delivering talks that actually drive change.
His mission is simple: help people and businesses unlock what’s possible when you combine strategy, systems and soul.
What you'll take away
Fresh thinking on AI and automation
Understand how AI can support modern operations without replacing the trust, judgment and relationships that strong businesses rely on.
Practical ideas for efficient operations
Explore how businesses can balance productivity while also retaining their humanity.
Meaningful local connections
Meet other professionals across manufacturing, FMCG, supply chain, procurement and operations.
A new view of social procurement
Understand how AI can support modern operations without replacing the trust, judgment and relationships that strong businesses rely on.
Real examples of impact in action
See how Waverley delivers high-quality packing and assembly services while creating meaningful employment for people with disability.
Who should attend?
This event is designed for people who influence how work gets done, how suppliers are chosen and how businesses deliver value.
It will be most relevant for:
- Supply chain leaders
- Procurement professionals
- Operations managers
- Manufacturing leaders
- FMCG business leaders
- ESG, sustainability and social procurement professionals
- Business owners looking for practical ways to combine efficiency and impact
If you are interested in smarter operations, stronger supplier partnerships and practical social impact, this event is for you.
Two events to choose from
MULGRAVE LOCATION
Date: Thursday 3 September, 2026
Time: 7:30am – 9:30am
Location: Eastern Innovation Hub, 5A Hartnett Close, Mulgrave
BAYSWATER LOCATION
Date: Thursday 15 October, 2026
Time: 7:30am – 9:30am
Location: Building 31, 855 Mountain Hwy, Bayswater
ABOUT THE HOST
About Waverley Social Enterprises
For more than 41 years, Waverley Social Enterprises has delivered reliable, high-quality packing, assembly, grounds maintenance, on-site labour and corporate catering services. We partner with businesses to provide commercially competitive solutions while creating meaningful employment opportunities for people with disability.
ABOUT THE SPONSOR
About the Sponsor
Compnow is a leading Australian technology solutions provider with more than 30 years of experience supporting Australian businesses. Through tailored IT solutions, managed services and technology partnerships, Compnow helps organisations improve performance, embrace innovation and achieve their goals.
WAVERLEY SOCIAL ENTERPRISES
Putting the Humanity into Commerciality
- Quality Services
- Delivered on time
- With Social Impact
