Digital Leadership Academy - Federal
Agenda
Ottawa, 25 February 2025
All times in EST
8:00 am
Registration & Networking
9:00 am
Opening from Public Sector Network
9:10 am
Welcome from Event Chair: People Leadership in the Digital Age
9:20 am
Inspirational Keynote: Leadership in the Modern Age
9:40 am
Empowering Inclusive Leadership with Tech Innovations
10:00 am
Leading Through Complexity: People Strategy in Tech
- As leaders, how can we cultivate a leadership style that thrives amidst the complexities of tech team dynamics?
- What leadership initiatives effectively promote diversity and drive inclusion within tech teams?
- How should leaders utilize emotional intelligence to navigate the challenges unique to tech environments?
- What strategies can leaders implement to attract, develop, and retain top tech talent during rapid industry changes?
- In what ways can leaders champion ethical technology use within their teams and decision-making processes?
10:50 am
Refreshments & Networking Break
11:20 am
Welcome from Event Chair: Summary of Session one and Intro Session 2 – Process
11:40 am
Leveraging AI in Process Automation for Public Sector Efficiency
12:00 pm
Strategic Leadership: Streamlining Processes for Digital Excellence
- How can tech leaders align digital initiatives with governmental policies while leading through bureaucratic complexities?
- In the role of a leader, how do you instill agile thinking to reshape traditional processes within the public sector?
- As regulations evolve, what leadership strategies are key to balancing innovation with compliance?
- From a leader’s perspective, what are the most effective ways to manage resources to maximize impact in tech projects?
- How should leaders approach vendor relationships to cultivate fruitful partnerships that drive technological advancement?
12:50 pm
Lunch & Networking
1:50 pm
Interactive Roundtable Discussions
– Leadership Fundamentals: Styles, Vision, and Motivation
– Emotional Intelligence and Ethical Leadership
– Innovation and Creativity in Government Settings
– Strategic Thinking for Effective Governance
– Communication Mastery in Leadership Roles
– Team Management and Development Techniques
– Future Trends: Preparing for the Digital Shifts
– Personal Development for Leaders: Skills for the Future
2:50 pm
Comfort Break
3:00 pm
Welcome from Event Chair: Summary of Session one and Intro Session 3 – Technology
3:10 pm
Leading the Charge in Secure Tech Adoption and Data Management
3:30 pm
Visionary Leadership: Navigating the Technological Landscape
- As a tech leader in the public sector, how can you ensure new technologies are integrated effectively and with foresight?
- What leadership qualities are essential for staying ahead in cybersecurity amidst a fast-evolving threat landscape?
- How do leaders leverage data analytics to transform public service delivery while maintaining trust and privacy?
- What barriers to technology adoption do leaders face, and how can these be overcome with strategic leadership?
- How can leaders inspire innovation and manage risk in a sector known for its cautious approach to new technologies?
4:20 pm
Closing Remarks from the Chair
4:30 pm
Networking Drinks Reception
