Digital Leadership Day Atlantic

Agenda

Tue 17 Jun 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 in the Atlantic Region

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)

  • How can leaders 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 can leaders use emotional intelligence to navigate the challenges unique to the tech environments in the public sector?
  • What strategies can leaders implement to attract, develop, and retain top tech talent during rapid regional changes?
  • How can leaders champion ethical technology use in the public sector?
Ott Velsberg
Chief Data Officer, Government of Estonia
Alessandro Alves
Chief Information Officer, Government of Manitoba
Wendy MacDermott
Chief Experience Officer, Department of Social Development, Government of New Brunswick
Honey Dacanay
Director-General, Digital Policy, Data and Digital Policy Sector, Treasury Board Secretariat
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 Introduction to Session 2 – Process

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

11:30AM
Industry Insights

Leveraging AI in Process Automation for Public Sector Efficiency in Atlantic Canada

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

11:50AM
Panel discussion

Strategic Leadership: Streamlining Processes for Digital Excellence

11:50 AM - 12:40 PM (50 mins)

  • How can tech leaders align digital initiatives with governmental policies while navigating the unique bureaucratic complexities?
  • How can leaders instill agile thinking to reshape traditional processes within the region’s public sector?
  • What leadership strategies are key to balancing innovation with compliance in the regulatory environment?
  • How can regional leaders manage resources effectively to maximize impact in tech projects?
  • How can leaders approach vendor relationships to cultivate partnerships that drive technological advancement?
Christopher Gillis
Chief Transformation & Strategy Officer, Health PEI
Matthew Murphy
Chief Data Officer, Nova Scotia Health
Valerie Kelly
Director of Digital Transformation, Department of Social Development, Government of New Brunswick
Dorothy Eng
Chief Executive Officer, Code for Canada
12:40PM

Lunch & Networking

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

1:40PM
Roundtables

Interactive Roundtable Sessions

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

2:40PM

Short Break

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

2:50PM
Keynote

Welcome from Event Chair: Summary of Session two and Introduction to Session Three – Technology

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

3:00PM
Industry Insights

Leading the Charge in Secure Tech Adoption and Data Management

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

3:20PM
Panel discussion

Visionary Leadership: Navigating the Technological Landscape

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

  • How can public sector leaders ensure effective integration of new technologies?
  • What leadership qualities are essential for staying ahead in cybersecurity amidst a fast-evolving threat landscape?
  • How can leaders in the region leverage data analytics to transform public service delivery while maintaining trust and privacy?
  • What barriers to technology adoption do leaders face, and how can they be overcome with strategic leadership?
  • How can regional leaders inspire innovation and manage risk in a sector known for its cautious approach to new technologies?
Christopher Clissold
Chief Information Officer, Director General IT, IM Administration and Privacy, Department of Veterans Affairs
Blair White
Chief Information Officer, Government of Newfoundland and Labrador
Richard Henderson
Executive Director and Chief Information Security Officer, Alberta Health Services
Andrea Muenster
Senior Director, Care Coordination Centre (C3), Nova Scotia Health
4:10PM

Closing Remarks

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

4:20PM

Networking Reception

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

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