Dr Paul Nicolarakis
Paul Nicolarakis
Dr Paul Nicolarakis

Research & Innovation Advisory Committee

Independent Member

Dr Paul Nicolarakis is a nationally recognised leader in health technology, known for translating complex community and clinical challenges into tightly defined, solvable problems. With expertise spanning clinical care, policy, IT, data and AI, he brings a rare cross-sector perspective to system improvement and innovation.

He is currently CEO of Argentic Labs, where he is applying lightweight AI to raise the quality, safety and efficiency of aged and social care services. His previous roles—including Chief Data Officer at WentWest and the Department of Veterans’ Affairs, and CEO of Lorica Health—demonstrate a strong track record in delivering pragmatic, scalable digital and data solutions. Recognised with awards including the Microsoft Gold Star Award and National eHealth iAward, Paul is known for building solutions that measurably improve care delivery, performance and wellbeing.

Paul brings a clear, data-driven lens and a proven ability to turn complex challenges into practical, impactful initiatives that strengthen Australia’s health and innovation ecosystem.