Dr Omer Yezdani | University of the Sunshine Coast

In this episode of the Champions Coffee Podcast, Vygo Co-Founder Ben Hallet sits down with Dr. Omer Yezdani, Chief Data Officer at the University of the Sunshine Coast, whose career spans over 25 years in public, nonprofit, and higher education sectors. Known for his expertise in data, AI, and governance, Dr. Yezdani has led transformation across multiple industries, from his early work in communications technology with an ASX-listed firm to driving national education reform in the Federal Government. A passionate advocate for societal impact, he serves on various boards and holds awards for excellence in governance. Dr. Yezdani’s strategic insight and dedication continue to shape Australia’s higher education landscape.