Mark O'Brien

Enthusiast
DISC Type : i

Non Executive Director at SAP Australian User Group (SAUG)

Perth, Western Australia, Australia

Overview

Mark OBrien is the CIO at CITIC Pacific Mining, with over 30 years of experience in mining technology. He is also the Chair of the Global Mining Guidelines Group and Vice Chair of the SAP Australian User Group. He holds a Bachelor of Applied Science from Curtin University.

Mark is a passionate thought-leader in AI and technology ethics, currently pursuing a PhD focused on the philosophy of Artificial Moral Agents. He actively contributes to industry collaborations and frequently speaks at international conferences, sharing his insights on technology, leadership, and cybersecurity.

He is currently a Doctor of Philosophy candidate, with his research focusing on AI, ethics, and the feasibility of Artificial Moral Agents.

Personality Overview

Story Driven

Optimistic

Consensus Focused

They prefer to build relationships rather than staying totally transactional.  They tend to be agreeable by nature, so take their promises with a pinch of salt.
 Unlike D or C types, they are convinced more by stories and testimonials.

Topics They Care About

AI & Machine Ethics
His PhD research focuses specifically on AI and Machine Ethics. He chairs working groups on AI and frequently speaks and writes on the topic.
Mining Innovation
As CIO of a major mining operation and a 30-year industry veteran, he is deeply involved in applying technology and digital transformation to mining.
Industry Collaboration
As Chair of the Global Mining Guidelines Group, he actively fosters collaboration between mining stakeholders to solve common industry challenges.

Media Appearances

Mark has no verified media appearances

Work History

7-2025
Non Executive Director at SAP Australian User Group (SAUG)
6-2022
Chair at Global Mining Guidelines Group – GMG
2-2020
General Manager - Digital Technology & Innovation (CIO) at CITIC Pacific Mining
11-2018 - 2-2020
Manager - Digital Transformation at CITIC Pacific Mining
1-2017 - 11-2018
Manager for Solutions Delivery, OT Infrastructure Support & Applications Support at CITIC Pacific Mining

Education

Bachelor of Applied Science from Curtin University
Doctor of Philosophy (candidate) from University of New England (AU)

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Insights For Selling To Mark

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Give them the opportunity to lead the conversation where possible
  • Compliment them about their personality if you get a chance
  • Speak from experience about success that the product has seen with other customers

DONT's

  • Don’t be too formal with them, they trust informality more
  • Don't be critical or challenge them openly, they can react defensively
  • Don’t be excessively objective, be like a storyteller with them

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Mark is

  • Relationship and rapport are valuable for them, but so is proven product value.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Mark

  • They are unlikely to say no directly.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Mark move?

  • They are not very fast decision makers, even while they continue to stay engaged.
  • Can Mark take some risk or not?

  • They can take some low-probability risks if needed.

You And Mark

Personality Compatibility


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