Elevating Industry–Government Partnerships for Long-Term Public Impact
1 Feb 2027 • Sydney, Cliftons Spring Street
Overview
Australia’s public sector continues to face tighter budgets, longer procurement cycles, and increasing competition. To succeed in this environment, vendors need to demonstrate clear value, align with government priorities, and build trusted delivery and partnership models.
Accelerate 2027 is designed to help industry do exactly that. The conference focuses on practical public sector go-to-market strategies, government buying behaviours, and partnership models that unlock access, credibility, and scale.
Join industry peers, partners, and public sector decision-makers to gain actionable insights, strengthen your partner ecosystem, and accelerate your government pipeline.
Key discussions include:
What does the next era of government partnerships look like?
How can industry better understand and respond to evolving government priorities?
What does a truly strategic, outcomes-driven partnership look like in 2027?
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Featured 2026 speakers
Simon Quarrell
Deputy CEO, Digital Investment Advice and Sourcing Division, Digital Transformation Agency
Judy Hurditch
Managing Director and Principal Analyst, Intermedium
Lee Hickin
Executive Director, National AI Centre
Sarah Polhill
Chief Information Officer, ACCC
Alana Lundy
Chief Information Officer and Chief Information Security Officer, Department of Social Services
Suneetha Bodduluri
Chief Technology Officer, Service NSW
Stuart Watt
Chief Information Officer, Department of Primary Industries and Regions
Lance Oswald
Chief Information Officer, Department of Primary Industries, Queensland
Why attend?
Decode Government Priorities
Understand emerging challenges, pressing 2026 focus areas and where you can add the most value to enhance public service delivery
Speak the Language of Public Sector Value
Communicate impact, trust, and relevance in ways that resonate with government buyers beyond just features or price.
Navigate Procurement and Partnership Pathways
Demystify the end-to-end process—from tenders to whole-of-government agreements, and understand what drives successful, long-term supplier relationships.
Unify Sales and Marketing for Strategic Growth
Break down silos to deliver a cohesive, outcome-focused approach that builds credibility and influence across multiple public sector audiences.
Hear What Works and What Doesn’t
Get candid insights from government insiders on how vendors succeed (and fail) in their approach. Learn what turns a cold call into a collaboration.