Digital Leadership Day Aotearoa 2026

13 May 2026
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Event overview

Digital Leadership Day 2026 marks a new phase in the public sector’s digital evolution. Transformation is no longer the goal—digital intelligence is. This full-day event brings together senior decision-makers, strategists, and innovators to explore how AI, automation, and analytics are redefining leadership, decision-making, and citizen engagement.

In an era where technology is embedded in every layer of governance, today’s leaders must balance innovation with integrity. Sessions will focus on:

  • Integrating human and artificial intelligence for smarter governance
  • Building adaptive, data-informed organisations
  • Redefining leadership for a hybrid, interconnected world
  • Ensuring ethics, transparency, and trust remain at the core

Join the conversation shaping the next generation of public sector leadership—where every decision is informed, intelligent, and impact-driven.

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Who will be there?

Elevate strategic decision-making by aligning digital leadership with organizational goals to drive impactful change across the public sector.

  • Align digital initiatives with strategic goals to create unified, meaningful change that addresses public needs holistically, setting a foundation for long-term digital transformation.
  • Foster an inclusive culture by leveraging tech innovations to ensure diversity and equity within teams, promoting cross-sector collaboration and stronger, united efforts.
  • Share experiences to develop ethical practices, particularly in ethical AI and secure tech adoption, building public trust and reinforcing transparency.
  • Engage with fellow executives to exchange real-world insights and build alliances that support long-term digital transformation goals, staying ahead of industry shifts and future trends.

Enhance your department’s digital capabilities through practical strategies for tech-driven efficiency and process improvements.

  • Leverage AI-driven process automation to streamline workflows, increase efficiency in service delivery, enhance data-driven decision-making, and boost public sector responsiveness.
  • Cultivate agile thinking to balance innovation with compliance, allowing for smooth adaptation of legacy systems to meet modern demands and supporting cohesive digital strategies across departments.
  • Maximise resource impact in tech projects by building cross-departmental collaboration and fostering strategic partnerships that align with evolving policies.
  • Participate in leadership fundamentals to develop adaptable teams ready to meet changing public sector needs, and walk away with actionable steps for immediate implementation.
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Vendors, boost your presence

Sponsoring the Digital Leadership Day positions your brand at the forefront of public sector transformation. This exclusive event attracts CXOs and senior leaders who are driving policy, regulation, and service delivery in the digital age. As a sponsor, you’ll have the opportunity to showcase your solutions to decision-makers navigating complex challenges, from adopting emerging technologies like generative AI to refining governance and improving processes. Align your brand with visionary leadership and gain direct access to a high-value audience eager for practical tools and insights to future-proof their organisations. This is your chance to take a seat at the boardroom table to support and influence the leaders shaping tomorrow’s digital government.

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