Do you want your Finance team to be more influential? Are you looking to get a seat at the table? Do you want to have more impact in your organisation?

Alan Cameron-Sweeney is a sought-after speaker and educator who helps embed influence in Finance teams. Through his keynote presentations, interactive workshops, and in-depth programs, Alan shares strategies, tactics, and tools that leave people feeling positive, empowered, and confident in their ability to create value for stakeholders.

As influence is a people game, Alan’s content is enriched with authentic stories from his 20 years in Finance and his personal life, including insights from raising a son with autism. His unique ability to weave music storytelling into his sessions creates an engaging and memorable experience.

With a background in stand-up comedy, including performances at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, Alan brings a unique blend of humour and insight to his presentations, making new concepts accessible and engaging.

His influencing content has the CPA Australia seal of approval. Since 2022, he has been delivering their Finance Business Partnering and influencing workshops, both public, private and virtually.

Alan has given impactful keynotes and workshops across Australia, New Zealand, and Fiji for listed companies such as Blackmores and Maxitrans, as well as non-profits like the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute and the Local Government Finance Professionals of Queensland.

Alan has been in Finance for over 20 years and is a qualified accountant. In 2021, Alan became a board member of Professional Speakers Australia.

In 2024 Alan won the prestigious Kerrie Nairn Scholarship for Public Speaking. The award was founded in 2005 with funding from the Australia Government and is worth more than $15,000 to boost the Scholar’s professional development.