Agenda |

Western Australia 2025

Digital Leadership Day Western Australia

 Wednesday, 20 Aug 2025
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, Future Government Institute
9:40AM
Keynote

Empowering Inclusive Leadership with Tech Innovations

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

10:00AM
Panel discussion

Panel: Leading Through Complexity: Building a Future-Ready Workforce

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?
  • How can leaders champion ethical technology use within their teams and decision-making processes?

Sue Wilson
Chief Information Officer, Department of Communities
Chantal Adams
Executive Director Organisational Capability and Performance, North Regional TAFE WA
Mariela Millington
Chief Technology Officer, Lotterywest
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 - 11:30 AM (10 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: Strategic Leadership: Transforming Processes for Digital Excellence

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

Jason Cowie Chief Information Officer, Curtin University
David L Almirol Undersecretary for eGovernment, Department of Information and Communications Technology (Philippines)
  • How can tech leaders align digital initiatives with governmental policies while leading through bureaucratic complexities?
  • As a leader, how do you instill agile thinking to reshape traditional processes within the public sector?
  • What leadership strategies are key to balancing innovation with compliance as regulations evolve?
  • 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?
12:40PM

Lunch & Networking

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

1:40PM
Roundtables

Interactive Roundtable Discussions: Leadership Fundamentals: Styles, Vision, and Motivation

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

1:40PM
Roundtables

Interactive Roundtable Discussions: Emotional Intelligence and Ethical Leadership

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

1:40PM
Roundtables

Interactive Roundtable Discussions: Innovation and Creativity in Government Settings

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

1:40PM
Roundtables

Interactive Roundtable Discussions: Strategic Thinking for Effective Governance

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

1:40PM
Roundtables

Interactive Roundtable Discussions: Communication Mastery in Leadership Roles

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

1:40PM
Roundtables

Interactive Roundtable Discussions: Team Management and Development Techniques

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

1:40PM
Roundtables

Interactive Roundtable Discussions: Future Trends: Preparing for the Digital Shifts

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

1:40PM
Roundtables

Interactive Roundtable Discussions: 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

Visionary Leaders’ Panel: Visionary Leadership: Shaping the Technological Landscape

3:20 PM - 4:10 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 strategic leadership overcome these barriers?
  • How can leaders inspire innovation and manage risk in a sector known for its cautious approach to new technologies?
Demogene Smith
Chief Information Officer, South Metropolitan Health Service
Shikha Sharma
Chief Information Officer, Department of Human Services
Mariela Millington
Chief Technology Officer, Lotterywest
4:10PM

Closing Remarks: Summary of Segment 3

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

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