Hari Hara Priya Kannan
Data Scientist, Corporate Speaker
Hari is Chief Data Scientist and Corporate Speaker at The Demographics Group. She leads the sourcing, analysis and strategic interpretation of demographic and economic data at The Demographics Group, shaping the evidence base behind the firm’s advisory work, national commentary and keynote presentations.
Meet Hari Hara Priya Kannan, Chief Data Scientist at The Demographics Group, nationally recognised demographer and the lead architect behind the firm’s data-driven analysis.
She has delivered keynotes and joined major conference panels across Australia, known for “data-taining” audiences by turning complex data into memorable, actionable insights with humour and engaging storytelling.
Hari brings valuable insights and expertise on subjects like housing, migration, international education, and ageing—each of which is increasingly relevant in today’s world. In addition, she explores regional opportunities and workforce change, highlighting how these trends shape our communities and industries.
Hari also delves into the rise of AI and digital skills, providing fresh perspectives on technology’s impact and the evolving landscape of work.
Each talk is built on bespoke data analysis tailored to the audience and delivered through a clear narrative with practical takeaways.
Hari combines statistical depth with strategic clarity, helping boards, industry leaders and policymakers understand how demographic change shapes markets, demand patterns and long-term economic opportunity.
Hari has been writing a monthly column for The Australian newspaper for nearly five years, translating complex population datasets into clear, commercially relevant insight for a national audience.
She is regularly featured across podcasts, radio and national television as an expert commentator on Australian demographic trends.
