Speakers

Ben Langford is a General Counsel at Woolworths Group, where he leads the legal function across CustomerX, Technology and Primary Connect. He oversees a team of experienced lawyers advising on some of the Group's most complex and strategically significant portfolios. Ben is currently at the forefront of Woolworths' AI journey — whether that be advising the business on agentic AI deployments or guiding the organisation through transformation in an era of rapid technological change. Alongside his advisory role, he is helping shape how Woolworths' legal function itself evolves to meet the demands of an AI-enabled environment.

Cheryl has enjoyed much of her legal career in the consumer foods sector, and previously worked at Arnott's Biscuits, Goodman Fielder and General Mills. In 2022 she moved upstream to join Cargill, a diverse agricultural & ingredients business. She was named Agribusiness Lawyer of the Year at the 2025 Corporate Counsel Awards. Outside work, she is known for being a tiger mum and a keen trivia host.

Renee Roumanos is the Founder and Principal Solicitor of Renee Roumanos Legal and the founder of Conveyancing Mastery. An award-winning property lawyer and recognised industry educator, Renee is passionate about modernising legal practice through innovation, education and practical legal solutions. With extensive experience in property, conveyancing, commercial law and estate planning, Renee is known for delivering legal advice without the jargon and empowering both clients and legal professionals to navigate an increasingly complex legal landscape.