Agenda

Tue 11 Nov 2025

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8:00AM

Registration & Networking Coffee

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

Welcome from the Event Chair, Adobe & Intro Session 1: People Leadership in the Digital Age

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

9:20AM
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
Industry Insights

Partner Persepective - Presented by Publicis Sapient

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

10:00AM
Panel discussion

People Leadership in the Digital Era: Leading Through Complexity and Fostering a Future-Ready Workforce

10:00 AM - 10:50 AM (50 mins)

Discussion Points:

  • Cultivating a leadership style that thrives amidst the complexities of the digital era.
  • How to upskill and reskill public sector teams for a digital future.
  • Exploring leadership initiatives within Federal Government that effectively promote diversity and drive inclusion.
  • Examining strategies to attract, develop, and retain top tech talent within APS during rapid industry changes.
  • Strategies for empowering teams to embrace change while maintaining high levels of engagement and performance.
  • Fostering a workforce that thrives in an era of rapid technological change.
  • Cultivating digital literacy, addressing skills gaps, and creating a culture of innovation and adaptability.
Matthew Yannopoulos
Associate Secretary, Department of Defence
Jennifer Dobell
Chief Operating Officer, Australian Financial Security Authority
Nicole Spencer
Deputy Commissioner, Strategy and Capability, Australian Border Force
10:50AM

Morning Tea and Networking

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

11:20AM

Welcome Back from Event Chair: Summary of Segment 1 - 'People Leadership', and Intro to Segment 2 - 'Process & Operations Leadership'

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

11:40AM
Industry Insights

Partner Perspective: Leveraging AI in Process Automation for Public Sector Efficiency

11:40 AM - 12:00 PM (20 mins)

12:00PM
Panel discussion

Operations Leadership in the Digital Age: Supercharging Process for Digital Excellence

12:00 PM - 12:50 PM (50 mins)

Discussion Points:

  • Integrating and aligning AI with people and process to supercharge efficiencies, accuracy and speed
  • Simplifying complex processes to enhance citizen outcomes.
  • Aligning priority digital initiatives with governmental policies while leading through bureaucratic complexities
  • Instilling agile thinking to reshape traditional processes within Federal Government
  • Activating key leadership strategies to balance innovation with compliance amidst evolving regulations
  • Analysing the most effective approaches adopted within Federal Government and inter-state to manage resources and maximise impact in tech projects
  • Traversing industry relationships and relationships to cultivate fruitful partnerships that drive technological advancement
Pia Andrews
Senior Advisor, Regional Innovation and Digital Team, UNDP Bangkok Regional Hub
Chris Fechner
Chief Executive Officer, Digital Transformation Agency
Joanne Greenfield
Chief Operating Officer, Australian Digital Health Authority
Susan Calvert
Assistant Secretary, Strategy, Projects and Priorities, Department of the Prime Minister & Cabinet
12:50PM

Lunch & Networking

12:50 PM - 1:50 PM (60 mins)

1:50PM
Roundtables

Interactive Discussion Groups

1:50 PM - 2:50 PM (60 mins)

  1. - Leadership Fundamentals: Styles, Vision, and Motivation
  2. - Emotional Intelligence and Ethical Leadership
  3. - Innovation and Creativity in Government Settings
  4. - Strategic Thinking for Effective Governance
  5. - Communication Mastery in Leadership Roles
  6. - Team Management and Development Techniques
  7. - Future Trends: Preparing for the Digital Shifts
  8. - Personal Development for Leaders: Skills for the Future
2:50PM

Short Break

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

3:00PM

Welcome Back from Event Chair: Summary of Segment 2 - 'Process & Operations Leadership', and Intro to Segment 3 - 'Technology Leadership''

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

3:10PM
Industry Insights

Partner Perspective: Leading the Charge in Secure Tech Adoption and Data Management

3:10 PM - 3:30 PM (20 mins)

3:30PM
Panel discussion

Technology Leadership: Shaping and Navigating the Technological Landscape

3:30 PM - 4:20 PM (50 mins)

Xiaoyan Lu Chief Strategist for Digital Uplift, Audit Office of NSW
Katische Vinning Chief Information Officer, Defence Housing Australia

Discussion Points:

  • Trends shaping the future of public sector technology adoption.
  • Navigating barriers to technology adoption, and how to overcome these with strategic leadership.
  • How to effectively manage risks associated with emerging technologies.
  • Balancing innovation with ethical considerations and data security.
  • Building scalable, interoperable systems that adapt to future needs.
  • Gaining investment for technology and developing a compelling business case.
  • Ensuring new technologies are integrated effectively and with foresight to drive a smart, simple, and secure public service.
  • Examining essential qualities for staying ahead in cybersecurity amidst a fast-evolving threat landscape.
  • Maintaining AI advancement and leveraging data analytics to transform public service delivery while maintaining trust and privacy.
4:20PM

Chair Summary of Segment 3 - 'Technology Leadership' & Closing Remarks

4:20 PM - 4:30 PM (10 mins)

4:30PM

Networking Drinks

4:30 PM - 5:15 PM (45 mins)

5:15PM

Event Close

5:15 PM - 5:20 PM (5 mins)

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