Digital Leadership Academy Victoria

Agenda

Tue 27 May 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 & Acknowledgement of Country

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

9:10AM

Welcome from Event Chair: Overview of the Day | Intro to Segment 1: People Leadership in the Digital Age

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

9:20AM
Keynote

Inspirational Keynote: Navigating the Digital Era: Essential Skills for Government Leaders

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

The Hon. Victor Dominello Co-Founder, ServiceGen
9:40AM
Keynote

Empowering Inclusive Leadership with Tech Innovations

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

10:00AM
Panel discussion

Panel: Strategising and Collaborating in Times of Need | Deep Dive into Talent Strategies in a Digital Era

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?
Nicola Quin
Deputy Secretary Corporate & Delivery Services, Department of Families, Fairness and Housing
Sam Jones
Executive Director Corporate Services, Office of Public Prosecutions Victoria
Marg Burge
Chief People Officer, Victorian Building Authority
Jennifer Dobell
Chief Operating Officer, Australian Financial Security Authority
10:50AM

Morning Tea & Networking

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

11:20AM

Welcome from Event Chair: Summary of Session 1 | Intro to Segment 2: Process

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

11:30AM
Keynote

Leveraging AI in Process Automation for Public Sector Efficiency

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

11:50AM
Panel discussion

Panel: Setting Your Team Up for Success | Implementing Practices for Efficient Workflows

11:50 AM - 12:40 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 maximise impact in tech projects?
  • How should leaders approach vendor relationships to cultivate fruitful partnerships that drive technological advancement?
Scott Tivendale
Chief Information Officer, Cenitex
Emma Jones
Deputy Government Statistician and Deputy Chief Executive for Technology Operations, Commercial & Collections, Statistics New Zealand
Rodney Apostol
Chief Information Officer, Victorian Ombudsman
Luke Halliday
Executive Director, Technology & Digital Platforms, Digital Transformation, Department of Government Services
12:40PM

Lunch & Networking

12:40 PM - 1:40 PM (60 mins)

1:40PM
Roundtables

Leadership Fundamentals: Styles, Vision, and Motivation

1:40 PM - 2:40 PM (60 mins)

1:40PM
Roundtables

Emotional Intelligence and Ethical Leadership

1:40 PM - 2:40 PM (60 mins)

1:40PM
Roundtables

Innovation and Creativity in Government Settings

1:40 PM - 2:40 PM (60 mins)

1:40PM
Roundtables

Strategic Thinking for Effective Governance

1:40 PM - 2:40 PM (60 mins)

1:40PM
Roundtables

Communication Mastery in Leadership Roles

1:40 PM - 2:40 PM (60 mins)

1:40PM
Roundtables

Team Management and Development Techniques

1:40 PM - 2:40 PM (60 mins)

1:40PM
Roundtables

Future Trends: Preparing for the Digital Shifts

1:40 PM - 2:40 PM (60 mins)

1:40PM
Roundtables

Personal Development for Leaders: Skills for the Future

1:40 PM - 2:40 PM (60 mins)

2:40PM

Break

2:40 PM - 2:50 PM (10 mins)

2:50PM

Welcome from Event Chair: Summary of Session 2 | Intro to Session 3: Technology

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

3:00PM
Keynote

Leading the Charge in Secure Tech Adoption and Data Management

3:00 PM - 3:20 PM (20 mins)

3:20PM
Panel discussion

Panel: Visionary Leadership: Navigating the Technological Landscape

3:20 PM - 4:10 PM (50 mins)

Jonas Petersen
Chief Digital Officer, Department of the Premier and Cabinet, WA
Elizabeth Wilson
Chief Information Officer, Victorian Department of Education
Michelle Fitzgerald
Group Chief Digital Officer, St Vincent’s Health Australia
Adam Carthew
Chief Information Officer, Service Victoria
Chikako Masuda
Head of Intelligence Research, Digital Agency, Government of Japan
4:10PM

Closing Remarks: Summary of Segment 3

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

4:20PM

Networking Drinks

4:20 PM - 5:20 PM (60 mins)

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