Robert Finlayson
About Robert Finlayson
Robert Finlayson is a Senior Product Manager at KPMG Australia, where he has worked since 2022. He has over two decades of experience in software development and has held various leadership roles, including CEO of Taten and founder of PrivacyTracker.io.
Work at KPMG Australia
Robert Finlayson has served as a Senior Product Manager at KPMG Australia since 2022. In this role, he has been instrumental in leading the KymChat initiative, which focuses on integrating advanced Retrieval Augmented Generation techniques. His work involves collaboration with Microsoft to incorporate Azure OpenAI and Azure Cosmos DB for MongoDB vCore into the KymChat platform. Finlayson’s responsibilities also include orchestrating product pitches, conducting workshops, and evaluating risks associated with product development.
Previous Experience at Taten
Finlayson has a significant history with Taten, where he held multiple roles from 1998 to 2011. He began as a Software Developer, progressing to Technical Lead, and eventually serving as CEO for a brief period. His tenure included leading teams in the development of innovative AI products across various sectors. He also worked remotely as a Technical Lead while based in Vancouver, Canada. Taten's business assets were sold to DWS in 2011.
Experience at DWS
After Taten, Finlayson joined DWS as a Product Manager, where he worked from 2011 to 2020. During this nine-year period, he focused on product management strategies and contributed to the company's growth in the technology sector. His experience at DWS further solidified his expertise in product development and management.
Education and Expertise
Finlayson studied Business Systems at Monash University from 1995 to 1997. His educational background complements his extensive professional experience, which spans over two decades in software development. He has a particular focus on generative AI and has championed principles such as 'privacy and security by design' in AI product development.
Leadership and Achievements
Finlayson possesses executive leadership skills in AI-driven transformation. He has experience in strategic OKR formulation, budget oversight, and leading teams in crafting pioneering AI products for various industries, including government, education, and financial services. His ability to set pricing strategies and evaluate risks has contributed to his success in product management.