Data scientist at The Demographics Group translating population trends into business intelligence
Hari Hara Priya Kannan is a data scientist at The Demographics Group, Melbourne's leading research practice specialising in population trends, migration, ageing and generational change. What distinguishes her work is not just analytical rigour — it is her ability to distil vast and complex datasets into clear, compelling narratives tailored precisely to the audience in front of her.
Hari is a regular columnist for The Australian newspaper's Real Commercial section, a sought-after keynote speaker across corporate, government and community events, and a trusted voice on the forces reshaping Australia's economic and social landscape. Her background as a migrant gives her a firsthand lens on the demographic stories she tells — adding a dimension of lived experience that pure analysts rarely bring.
Her presentations are known for making data engaging, accessible and genuinely useful — giving business and government clients the specific insights they need to understand their future customers, their future workforce and the structural forces that will define Australia's next decade.
Hari Hara Priya Kannan is a keynote speaker based in Victoria who speaks on artificial intelligence and business strategy. Book through Executive Speakers Australia.
Explores demographic trends in Australia using the latest census and ABS updates, plus addresses the effects of the pandemic and the recovery process.
Compares Australian trends within a global context. Make no mistake, demographics suggest that Australia is still the lucky country!
Identifies opportunities and challenges for Australian business and government in the 2020s flowing from demographic change.
Identifies key demographic markets based on population growth eg ageing boomers, overseas students and the Millennials at 40.
Talks about changes in the way customers interact with business and government eg apps, click-&-collect, self-checkout and more.
Argues that Millennials passing into their 40s later this decade will drive demand for housing upgrades, for growing-family lifestyle eg Bali holidays, and for commitment to saving for retirement.
Considers the impact AI and automation on business and government via a demographic perspective.
Discusses the prospect of job displacement (it's more a case of leaning into change).
Talks about the skills required for the workforce of the future and explores the emerging jobs in high demand.
Post-pandemic demographic trends show a rise in regional populations within each capital city's lifestyle zone.
Regional growth drives business and demand for local government services. This session talks about which businesses (via ABN growth) and what services?
The challenges in regional Australia often relate to housing supply and access to skilled (and non-skilled) labour.
Discusses the pipeline of housing supply and reasons for the trade-skills shortage (eg baby bust).
Talks about the shift towards lifestyle housing within suburbia.
Argues that a "house of one's own" is central to Australian values and that "the house" is undergoing rapid change in style, function and possibly also production.
Endota was delighted to have Hari Hara Priya Kannan as a guest speaker at our recent franchisee business forum. As a data scientist at The Demographics Group, Hari combines technical depth with a warm and engaging delivery. Hari’s insights into social, consumer, and generational trends, supported by her analysis of Census data, were both insightful and practical. Hari's ability to translate complex data into meaningful and actionable takeaways for businesses is truly exceptional. We highly recommend her as a speaker and consultant for any organisation looking to gain valuable perspectives on demographic trends and the future of consumer behaviour.Endota
We at the Asian Australian Foundation engaged Hari to present as the keynote speaker and panellist on Wed 22 May 2024 for our annual dinner held at the Arts Centre Melbourne, where she delivered a highly engaging and insightful presentation on the changing demographics of Australia to over 100 guests. Hari spoke clearly, confidently and the audience really enjoyed her presentation and takeaways. Leading up to the event and during the event, Hari was professional, approachable and confident and was able to tailor the presentation around the themes of the event. We would highly recommend Hari for future speaking engagements at any corporate event!Asian Australian Foundation
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