Tristan Cox

Head of AI, ANZ

Greater Adelaide Area

About

I help enterprise leaders stop experimenting with AI and start scaling it. As Head of AI for Workato ANZ, I work at the intersection of boardroom strategy and deep technical execution; advising CXOs on how to deploy AI that is governed, connected, and built to last. The conversation has shifted. Leaders don't need another AI demo. They need a trusted peer who can cut through the noise, challenge their assumptions, and build a clear path from AI ambition to measurable business outcomes. That's what I do. My edge is the combination of C-level commercial fluency and expertise in enterprise automation at scale. I've lived both sides of the table, which means I can speak with equal credibility in a board strategy session and an enterprise architecture review. My focus at Workato is in utilising MCP as the enterprise AI foundation. Model Context Protocol is how serious organisations deploy AI safely: Scalable, Governed, and Secure. Safely connecting the systems and data that actually run the business. But MCP solutions are not equal, you need an enterprise grade MCP product to be lever your assets while remaining data-safe. Agentic AI that delivers; Orchestrated AI agents that are not just demo's but actually automate complex workflows end-to-end, with the guardrails enterprise demands... and real world customer stories to prove it. Peer-level CXO advisory instead of vendor pitches. Real strategic conversations about where AI creates durable competitive advantage, and where it doesn't. If you're a CIO, CDO, or CEO navigating the gap between AI strategy and AI reality, let's talk. Workato isn't just another AI platform. It's the only product purpose-built on top of a world-class integration platform to make enterprise AI secure, connected, and genuinely transformative at scale. Connect or message me to cut through to what matters.

Experience

  • Head of Artificial Intelligence, ANZ at Workato
    Apr 2026 - Present · 4 mos

    I help enterprise leaders stop experimenting with AI and start scaling it. As Head of AI for Workato ANZ, I work at the intersection of boardroom strategy and deep technical execution; advising CXOs on how to deploy AI that is governed, connected, and built to last. The conversation has shifted. Leaders don't need another AI demo. They need a trusted peer who can cut through the noise, challenge their assumptions, and build a clear path from AI ambition to measurable business outcomes. That's what I do. My edge is the combination of C-level commercial fluency and expertise in enterprise automation at scale. I've lived both sides of the table, which means I can speak with equal credibility in a board strategy session and an enterprise architecture review. My focus at Workato is in utilising MCP as the enterprise AI foundation. Model Context Protocol is how serious organisations deploy AI safely: Scalable, Governed, and Secure. Safely connecting the systems and data that actually run the business. But MCP solutions are not equal, you need an enterprise grade MCP product to be lever your assets while remaining data-safe, and an Enterprise Control Plane that ensures observability, security, and flexibility across your entire AI stack. Agentic AI that delivers; Orchestrated AI agents that are not just demo's but actually automate complex workflows end-to-end, with the guardrails enterprise demands... and real world customer stories to prove it. Peer-level CXO advisory instead of vendor pitches. Real strategic conversations about where AI creates durable competitive advantage, and where it doesn't. If you're a CIO, CDO, or CEO navigating the gap between AI strategy and AI reality, let's talk. Workato isn't just another AI platform. It's the only product purpose-built on top of a world-class integration platform to make enterprise AI secure, connected, and genuinely transformative at scale. Connect or message me to cut through to what matters.

  • Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission (6 yrs 8 mos)
    • Director, Artificial Intelligence and Business Systems
      Dec 2024 - Feb 2026 · 1 yr 3 mos

      Development of AI Policy, governance, and roadmap including pilot implementation of AI-based tools that support business needs and provide a clear Return on Investment.

    • Chief Digital Officer (CDO)
      Jan 2021 - Dec 2024 · 4 yrs

      Responsible for organizational Digital Transformation, and all of the digital infrastructure, business systems and digital services that support operations.

    • Director, Compliance Transition and Strategy
      Jul 2019 - Oct 2021 · 2 yrs 4 mos

  • Director Business Process Improvement at Australian Department of Health
    Jul 2016 - Oct 2021 · 5 yrs 4 mos

    I work across numerous cross-functional branches in the HSN division, including Central Office and State and Territory offices. Significant process improvement activities are driving efficiency and effectiveness in an increasingly budget constrained environment. Current work in reviewing compliance frameworks and processes will assist in the establishment of a new Quality and Safety Commission.

  • Director at Department of Social Services (DSS)
    Aug 2012 - Jul 2016 · 4 yrs

    • Responsible for all South Australian programme delivery and outcomes including Resource management • 40 staff across four teams • Administering $230M annually