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Brendon Callister is an Australian clean-energy strategist and business advisor specialising in Lithium and renewable energy supply chains. 

With over two decades of experience in product development, corporate strategy, and investment readiness, Brendon works with miners, processors, battery manufacturers, end-use applications and financial investors to turn critical-mineral opportunities into commercially viable ventures. 

He is a founder and convenor of the Lithium India Investment Initiative (Li₃), a bilateral platform that brings Australian and Indian industry leaders together to unlock investment in lithium mining, processing, and downstream manufacturing.

Through his consulting firm, Callister Consulting, Brendon has advised on projects spanning utility-scale solar-plus-storage, cell fabrication and neighbourhood battery initiatives, helping organisations navigate market entry, partnership structuring, and technology-commercial fit. 

Brendon’s expertise bridges strategy and delivery—supporting clients with feasibility modelling, JV design, supply-chain mapping, and stakeholder alignment across both government and industry. Brendon’s work is grounded in enabling practical, investor-ready outcomes that support the global energy transition.

Jay Shah is a seasoned technology professional with extensive experience leading complex technology programs and quality engineering initiatives across diverse sectors, including utilities, retail, and fintech.

With a strong track record in technology delivery and a keen interest in emerging technologies, Jay excels at driving innovation to solve complex business challenges. His work consistently bridges technical excellence with strategic outcomes, delivering measurable value to organisations.

Beyond technology, Jay is deeply passionate about fostering commercial and cultural synergy between Australia and India. 

As a specialist in Australia–India business relations, he brings a unique cross-market perspective, supporting organisations with strategic market entry, cross-border collaboration, and navigating the distinct business landscapes of both countries.

Jay is committed to enabling sustainable growth and success for businesses operating in — or expanding into — these dynamic economies.

Tully Smith is a Melbourne-based businessman who currently holds a number of directorships across the technology, finance, and advisory sectors.

 He is Managing Partner at global trade and investment facilitation firm Market Span and the Founder and Managing Director of advisory and investment firm Smith Strategic.

Tully built a distinguished career in strategic communications, corporate affairs, and strategy, holding senior positions across government, sport, and the private sector, including roles with top ten ASX-listed companies like Telstra.

Success as a strategist has twice seen Tully included in the Ipsos Global Reputation Council, the definitive list of the world’s most influential communicators.

With a unique understanding of government, politics, and global business, and how they intersect, Tully served as CEO of the Australia India Chamber of Commerce and also as the General Manager of the American Chamber of Commerce in Australia (AmCham).