Our Storytellers

This is not a traditional talk or panel event. Shine a Light features storytellers who offer insights and inspiration through their lived experiences with light.

Tim Hunt

Arup

A forward-thinking digital leader at Arup Melbourne who pioneers innovative lighting solutions centring human experience and new technologies that enhance how people interact with light.

Adam Meredith

MEGS Lighting

The director of MEGS Lighting with a decade of experience at prestigious institutions like MONA and NGV, and a commitment to energy-efficiency and innovative lighting.

Adam de Guara

Glowing Structures

An award-winning Design Director renowned for his artistic and personalised approach that blends creativity with technical to provide personalised lighting solutions.

Priya Namana

Independent

Through the lens of impact-based frameworks and change-making values, Priya works at the intersection of art, education, and wellbeing toward making slow and embodied systemic shifts.

Chris Connell

Chris Connell Design

An Australian designer with over 40 years of experience in architecture, interior design, and furniture, celebrated for his simple, detail-oriented designs at MoMA New York and the Australian Interior Design Excellence Awards.

David Bird

2B Designed

A pioneering and esteemed lighting designer known for his sustainable
and architectural-integrated lighting solutions that enhance wellbeing
and atmosphere.