Humans Behind Tech: John Sinistaj – CTO, AFL

Where technology meets the humans who make it work – ACS x What The Heck Is Tech Series

Join ACS, the AFL and What the Heck is Tech for a fast-paced webinar featuring an insider perspective from one of Australia’s most high-performance organisations. Hear directly from John Sinistaj as they unpack how technology powers performance, security, data and fan experiences across the AFL – often under intense pressure and at national scale.

From elite performance and fan engagement to data, cybersecurity and digital platforms, this session will explore how technology quietly enables the AFL to operate at scale, adapt quickly and deliver seamless experiences on and off the field. The conversation will highlight real-world applications of technology and the critical thinking, problem-solving and collaboration required to make it all work.

Designed to be informative, approachable and practical, this webinar will unpack complex tech concepts through lived examples, celebrate the impact of everyday technical expertise, and connect those insights to broader industry and career pathways. It’s a reminder of how much modern organisations rely on skilled professionals who keep systems running, innovating and evolving – often out of the spotlight.