Digital Leadership Day British Columbia
Shaping Tomorrow: Leading BC’s Digital Future with Vision and Innovation
30 Nov 2026
Event overview
Join Public Sector Network's Digital Leadership Day, a full-day conference designed to empower senior public sector leaders and innovators with the strategies and tools necessary for effective digital transformation. This event focuses on navigating the complexities of the digital era to drive impactful change within public services.
As British Columbia advances its digital initiatives, this gathering offers a timely opportunity to address pressing leadership challenges. Gain actionable insights into leading through change, leveraging emerging technologies like generative AI, and ensuring ethical governance. Learn how to future-proof your organization by focusing on people, processes, and performance.
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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.
- 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.
- Leverage AI-driven process automation to streamline workflows, increase efficiency in service delivery, enhance data-driven decision-making, and boost public sector responsiveness.
- Maximize 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.
2025 Featured speakers
Pam Smith
Chief Information Security Officer/A/Sr Executive Director, Ministry of Citizen Services, Government of British Columbia
Natalie Branch
Executive Director, Service Automation Branch, Connected Services BC - Service Delivery Operations, Government of British Columbia
Daniel Darche
Chief Information Officer Digital Services Branch, Corporate Services Division, Ministry of Emergency Management and Climate Readiness, Government of British Columbia
Jennifer Wray
Assistant Deputy Minister & Chief Information Officer, Connected Services BC, Ministry of Citizens’ Services, Government of British Columbia
Susan Stanford
Assistant Deputy Minister of Connectivity & ICT, Government of British Columbia
Jeff Aitken
Assistant Deputy Minister, OCIO Service Delivery Operations, Ministry of Citizens’ Services, Government of British Columbia
Why attend?
Strategic Takeaways
Immerse yourself in powerful keynotes, compelling case studies, and dynamic expert panels that address the most critical aspects of digital leadership in the public sector. Gain clear, practical guidance to strengthen ethical governance, stay ahead of digital disruption, and foster a culture of innovation and adaptability within your organization.
Driving Collective Impact
Take part in interactive, solution-focused sessions built to encourage connection and break down organizational silos. Collaborate with fellow leaders to address real-life challenges, share successful leadership approaches, and craft joint strategies that drive lasting, cross-sector transformation.
Unmatched Networking
Connect with senior government leaders, digital innovators, and public sector change-makers in an intimate, high-impact setting. Build relationships with key decision-makers and industry experts who are equally committed to advancing digital governance and future-ready public services.
Ready to register?
Registration is free for government