Agenda

Tue 25 Feb 2025

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8:00AM

Registration and Networking

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM (60 mins)

9:00AM

Opening from Public Sector Network

9:00 AM - 9:10 AM (10 mins)

9:10AM
Keynote

Welcome from the Event Chair: People Leadership in the Digital Age

9:10 AM - 9:20 AM (10 mins)

9:20AM
Keynote

Inspirational Keynote

9:20 AM - 9:40 AM (20 mins)

9:40AM
Industry Insights

Empowering Inclusive Leadership with Tech Innovations

9:40 AM - 10:00 AM (20 mins)

10:00AM
Panel discussion

Leading Through Complexity: People Strategy in Tech

10:00 AM - 10:50 AM (50 mins)

  • 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 utilise 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?
Paul N. Wagner
Chief Executive Officer, Canadian Digital Service
Barry Lowry
Chief Information Officer, Government of Ireland
Sylvain Bélanger
Chief Information Officer, Information Management and Technology Directorate, Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat
Alyssa Daku
Director General, Innovator's Experience Branch, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
10:50AM

Morning Tea & Networking

10:50 AM - 11:20 AM (30 mins)

11:20AM
Keynote

Welcome from Event Chair: Summary of Session one and Intro Session 2 – Process

11:20 AM - 11:40 AM (20 mins)

11:40AM
Industry Insights

Leveraging AI in Process Automation for Public Sector Efficiency

11:40 AM - 12:00 PM (20 mins)

12:00PM
Panel discussion

Strategic Leadership: Streamlining Processes for Digital Excellence

12:00 PM - 12:50 PM (50 mins)

  • 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?
Kostiantyn Koshelenko
Deputy Minister, Social Policy of Ukraine for Digital Development, Digital Transformation, and Digitalization, Government of Ukraine
Christiana Cavazzoni
Chief Information Officer, Fisheries and Oceans Canada
Jack Hamande
Director General Simplification & Digital Transformation, Belgian Federal Public Service Policy and Support
12:50PM

Lunch & Networking

12:50 PM - 1:50 PM (60 mins)

1:50PM
Roundtables

Interactive Roundtable Sessions

1:50 PM - 2:50 PM (60 mins)

2:50PM

Short Break

2:50 PM - 3:00 PM (10 mins)

3:00PM
Keynote

Welcome from Event Chair: Summary of Session Two and Intro Session Three – Technology

3:00 PM - 3:10 PM (10 mins)

3:10PM
Industry Insights

Leading the Charge in Secure Tech Adoption and Data Management

3:10 PM - 3:30 PM (20 mins)

3:30PM
Panel discussion

Visionary Leadership: Navigating the Technological Landscape

3:30 PM - 4:20 PM (50 mins)

  • 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?
John Roberts
Associate Deputy Minister, Chief Data and Privacy Officer, Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery and Procurement, Government of Ontario
Ryan Hum
Chief Client Experience Officer and Associate Assistant Deputy Minister – Citizen Service Branch, Service Canada
Joel Martin
Chief Digital Research Officer, National Research Council of Canada
4:20PM

Closing Remarks

4:20 PM - 4:30 PM (10 mins)

4:30PM

Networking Reception

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM (60 mins)

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