VIP Roundtable: Banking on Compliance
An Exclusive VIP Roundtable Hosted by Chillisoft and Fortra
Navigating Compliance in a Changing Financial Landscape: An Exclusive Fortra VIP Roundtable Hosted by Chillisoft.
As regulatory requirements continue to evolve, financial institutions are under increasing pressure to stay compliant while maintaining operational resilience.
Join Fortra and Chillisoft for an intimate VIP Roundtable featuring insights from ANZ NZ, where we’ll explore how leading banks are adapting their compliance strategies and leveraging technology to stay ahead.
Hear firsthand from Brett Williams, alongside Arvind Chawla from Fortra, as they share key lessons, challenges, and practical approaches to building a stronger compliance and cybersecurity framework.
Event Speakers
Brett Williams - Security Compliance Manager - ANZ Banking Group
Brett Williams is the Security Compliance Manager at ANZ Banking Group, based in Wellington.
With a career spanning over 30 years in cybersecurity and information governance, Brett has held senior roles across major financial institutions including Westpac, EDS, IBM, and ANZ. His journey from COBOL programming to leading compliance initiatives reflects a deep understanding of both technical and regulatory landscapes.
At ANZ, Brett leads the security compliance program, ensuring alignment with internal standards and external regulatory requirements. His experience with IBM’s GSD331 compliance evaluation program and governance reporting has shaped his strategic approach to risk visibility and operational assurance. Known for his pragmatic leadership style and attention to foundational controls, Brett is a trusted figure within the security team — affectionately referred to as “Mother” for his mentorship and knack for using idioms to drive clarity and engagement.
Arvind Chawla - Regional Sales Manager - Fortra
Arvind is an accomplished Enterprise Sales Executive with a proven track record of driving revenue growth, fostering customer success, and delivering strategic value across leading technology solutions.
With strong consultative and solution-selling expertise, he excels in aligning complex technology offerings with customer challenges and business objectives. His entrepreneurial mindset and ability to engage C-level stakeholders enable him to influence strategic transformation through innovative technology interventions.
Arvind combines commercial acumen with a deep commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences. A fast and adaptive learner, he brings excellent communication and collaboration skills honed through years of experience in dynamic markets and diverse technology domains.
He has consistently demonstrated pipeline and forecast management excellence, achieving and surpassing revenue targets while earning recognition and accolades for outstanding performance.
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Agenda:
12:00 PM – 12:15 PM | Arrival & Welcome
Guests arrive for light refreshments and networking.
Welcome address by Alex Teh (Chillisoft).
12:15 PM – 12:45 PM | Entrée Service & Introductions
Entrées served as guests settle in and introduce themselves.
12:45 PM – 1:05 PM | Fortra Presentation
Speakers: Arvind Chawla (Fortra)
Topic: Evolving Compliance in the Banking Sector
– How ANZ NZ is managing compliance changes
– Challenges and lessons learned
– The role of technology and Tripwire
1:05 PM – 1:45 PM | Fireside Chat & Discussion
Guest Speaker: Brett Williams (ANZ NZ)
Moderated by Arvind Chawla (Fortra)
– Practical insights and real-world examples
– Building a robust compliance and cybersecurity framework
1:45 PM – 2:15 PM | Main Lunch & Open Q&A
Main course served with open discussion and audience Q&A.
2:15 PM – 2:30 PM | Closing Remarks & Networking
Speaker: Arvind Chawla (Fortra)
Summary of key takeaways, followed by coffee and dessert.
