Prof. Abbi Sharma GAICD FGIA FIOD FGI in

Prof. Abbi Sharma GAICD FGIA FIOD FGI

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Chair of International Academic Council (IAC) and Non-Executive Director at Prospectus International
📍 Greater Melbourne Area, Australia

Abbi Sharma is a Chief Technology & Innovation Officer, Professor, and Non-Executive Director with deep expertise in regulated sectors like government and healthcare. He focuses on technology strategy, innovation, and governance to build enterprise resilience. People who have worked with him describe him as strategic, collaborative, and an empowering leader.

Outside of his executive functions, Abbi is passionate about developing future talent. He actively mentors Masters students at Monash University, providing industry insights and guidance for careers in AI, Data Science, and Cybersecurity to help bridge the gap between academia and industry.

He recently moderated a key discussion at the Digital Health Festival 2026 on the timely topic of AI becoming critical infrastructure in the healthcare sector.

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Experience
21 Years
Current Role
Chair of International Academic Council (IAC) and Non-Executive Director
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Greater Melbourne Area, Australia
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AI Governance
He frequently writes about the systemic risks of autonomous AI, emphasizing the need for greater transparency, accountability, and governance in both corporate and security operations.
Digital Health Innovation
As a Certified Health Informatician, he is a key voice in the digital health space, exploring how AI is fundamentally reshaping healthcare systems as critical infrastructure.
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Career

Work history

1-2026
Chair of International Academic Council (IAC) and Non-Executive Director
Prospectus International
11-2025
Professor - Industry Engagement, Applied Reserach, Technology and Innovation
Monash University
1-2025
Chief Digital & Transformation Officer - Essential Services and Critical Infrastructure
Victorian Government
9-2024 - 6-2025
Head of ICT Strategy, Architecture & Delivery - Interim Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
University of Sydney
9-2023 - 9-2024
Head of ICT Strategy, Architecture & Delivery - Interim Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Victorian Government
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Education
Boardroom Mastery - Advanced Non Executive Director Program
Australian Institute of Company Directors
Company Director Course - Strategy
Australian Institute of Company Directors
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