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A.I. at Melbourne Colloquium Series - Fireside Chat with Lucy Liu

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Have you ever had an idea with the potential to change an industry, and wondered what it takes to turn that idea into reality? The founders of Airwallex did exactly that. What began as conversations over coffee between University of Melbourne students has grown into one of the world’s leading fintech companies. Today, Airwallex is transforming how businesses operate globally through groundbreaking technology, bold entrepreneurial thinking, and rapid innovation in artificial intelligence.
06/05/2026 4:30pm 6:30pm

Melbourne Connect, The Studio (Ground level) and Online

Turning Ideas into Innovation: An Exclusive Conversation with Airwallex’s Lucy Liu

We are pleased to welcome alum Lucy Liu, Co‑founder and President of Airwallex, back to Melbourne for a special and intimate fireside chat as part of the A.I. at Melbourne Colloquium Series.

In conversation, Lucy will reflect on her entrepreneurial journey and the forces shaping Airwallex’s continued growth, with a particular focus on the rapid developments we are seeing in AI, both within Airwallex and across the global technology landscape.

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Lucy will also speak to her deep commitment to giving back and supporting the next generation of innovators, including announcing a new philanthropic initiative aligned to these themes.

This announcement builds on the recently confirmed extension of Airwallex’s philanthropic partnership with the University, marked by a $2 million donation to support student learning and entrepreneurship, helping equip future leaders who will contribute to Australia’s dynamic technology sector.

Seats are limited and expected to fill quickly. We encourage you to register early to secure your place at this exclusive event.
 

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About the Speaker

Lucy Liu

As Co-founder and President of Airwallex, Lucy Liu oversees ongoing business operations at Airwallex, working across the organisation to implement Airwallex’s mission and purpose to empower modern businesses of all sizes to grow beyond borders. Established in Melbourne in 2015, Airwallex is today, a leading global financial platform for businesses, supporting over 200,000 businesses globally.

Lucy has been recognised for her leadership and entrepreneurial achievements over the years, including Forbes Asia’s Power Businesswomen List 2020, Ernst & Young "Top 22 Entrepreneurial Winning Women in APAC” (2020), Finnies “Emerging Fintech Leader of the Year” (2020) and Forbes “30 Young Entrepreneurs in Asia” (2017). In 2021, she received the University of Melbourne’s Faculty of Business and Economics Rising Star for Young Alumni Award, in recognition of her outstanding level of leadership.

 

Event Agenda

4:30-4:45pm Welcome & Introduction

4:45-5:00pm Fireside Chat with Lucy Liu

5:00-6:00pm Fireside Discussion

6:00-6:30pm Networking and refreshments.