Tue 11 Nov 2025
View event detailsRegistration & Networking Coffee
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM (60 mins)
Opening from Public Sector Network
9:00 AM - 9:10 AM (10 mins)
Welcome from the Event Chair, Adobe & Intro Session 1: People Leadership in the Digital Age
9:10 AM - 9:20 AM (10 mins)
Navigating The Digital Era: Essential Skills for Government Leaders
9:20 AM - 9:40 AM (20 mins)

Partner Persepective - Presented by Publicis Sapient
9:40 AM - 10:00 AM (20 mins)
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.



Morning Tea and Networking
10:50 AM - 11:20 AM (30 mins)
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)
Partner Perspective: Leveraging AI in Process Automation for Public Sector Efficiency
11:40 AM - 12:00 PM (20 mins)
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




Lunch & Networking
12:50 PM - 1:50 PM (60 mins)
Interactive Discussion Groups
1:50 PM - 2:50 PM (60 mins)
- - Leadership Fundamentals: Styles, Vision, and Motivation
- - Emotional Intelligence and Ethical Leadership
- - Innovation and Creativity in Government Settings
- - Strategic Thinking for Effective Governance
- - Communication Mastery in Leadership Roles
- - Team Management and Development Techniques
- - Future Trends: Preparing for the Digital Shifts
- - Personal Development for Leaders: Skills for the Future
Short Break
2:50 PM - 3:00 PM (10 mins)
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)
Partner Perspective: Leading the Charge in Secure Tech Adoption and Data Management
3:10 PM - 3:30 PM (20 mins)
Technology Leadership: Shaping and Navigating the Technological Landscape
3:30 PM - 4:20 PM (50 mins)


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.
Chair Summary of Segment 3 - 'Technology Leadership' & Closing Remarks
4:20 PM - 4:30 PM (10 mins)
Networking Drinks
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM (45 mins)
Event Close
5:15 PM - 5:20 PM (5 mins)