28 leading organisations. Industry leaders. Hundreds of career conversations. One shared purpose.

The IBSUniversity Career Fair 2026, held on Friday, 28th August 2026, brought together students, employers and industry leaders for a dynamic day of career exploration, professional networking and industry engagement.

Highlights

🎓 28 leading organisations connected with IBSUniversity students and emerging talent.

🎤 Mr. Cameron Mackellar, Chief Executive Officer of Brian Bell Group, delivered an inspiring keynote address on leadership, professional development and workplace expectations.

💬 An expert industry panel discussion explored “Future Skills, Employability and Industry Expectations for the Workforce of Tomorrow.”

Held under the theme “Connecting Talent. Creating Futures,” the Career Fair provided a valuable platform for students to move beyond the classroom and engage directly with professionals from some of Papua New Guinea’s leading organisations.

The key highlight of the programme was the keynote address delivered by Mr Cameron Mackellar, Chief Executive Officer of Brian Bell Group, who shared valuable perspectives on professional development, workplace expectations and preparing for a changing employment landscape.

Followed by the industry panel discussion.

The discussion was moderated by Ms. Harika Repakula, Career Development Centre (CDC) Coordinator, IBSUniversity, and featured an experienced panel of industry leaders:

• Mr Cameron Mackellar – Chief Executive Officer, Brian Bell Group
• Ms Shinal Prasad – HR Manager – Support Services, Brian Bell Group
• Mr Kumar Baliah – Chief Executive Officer, Theodist Ltd
• Ms Esther Usurup – Head of People and Culture, PNG Retail & Operations, BSP Financial Group Limited

The panel explored the evolving expectations of employers and the importance of developing skills that enable graduates to adapt, contribute and grow within the workplace. Students gained practical insights into employability, workplace readiness, professional expectations and the changing needs of industry.

The Career Fair provided students with direct access to representatives from a diverse range of organisations. Students were able to ask questions, build professional connections and gain first-hand perspectives on career opportunities across different sectors.

The participation of industry representatives also strengthened the connection between academic learning and the realities of the workplace, giving students a better understanding of how their knowledge and skills can translate into professional opportunities.

IBSUniversity sincerely acknowledges the 28 organisations that participated in the Career Fair and contributed their time, expertise and industry perspectives:

Westpac PNG, Datec PNG Limited, PNGWBRC INC, CPL Group PNG, Telikom PNG Limited, KTK Accountants & Advisors, Papua New Guinea Tourism Promotion Authority, Women’s Micro Bank, Paradise Foods Limited, Air Niugini, Airswift, Daltron PNG Limited, Vodafone Papua New Guinea, BSP Financial Group Limited, Theodist Ltd, Brian Bell Group, Digitec ICT Ltd, MiBank PNG, Pacific Freight Partners, PNG FIRE, U.S. Embassy Port Moresby, Kanda International Insurance Brokers, Barlow Industries Limited Group, Atlas Steel – PNG, RUSWIN, Papua New Guinea Department of Finance, Papua New Guinea National AIDS Council Secretariat, and Trukai Industries Limited.

Their participation helped create a dynamic environment where students could interact with employers, explore opportunities and gain a better understanding of the transition from university to the workplace.

The University extends its sincere appreciation to all participating organisations, industry leaders, speakers, panelists, staff and students who contributed to the success of the event.