Speaker Spotlight Q&A: Kevin Rants: Chief Administrative Officer, Colorado Department of Public Safety

Ahead of his session on 'Humanizing Digital Experiences' at the 2023 Government Innovation Colorado event, we caught up with Kevin Rants to chat about his role as Chief Administrative Officer at Colorado Department of Public Safety, his career in public service, and much more.

Celebrating Pride & Making Strides in the Canadian Public Sector

Pride Month in the Canadian public service is a time of celebration, reflection, and progress. Throughout this month, employees come together to commemorate the rich history, diverse experiences, and resilience of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. The public service showcases its commitment to inclusivity and equality through a series of events, workshops, and initiatives aimed at fostering a safe and affirming workplace for all. From rainbow flag raisings to informative panel discussions, Pride Month serves as a platform to amplify voices, promote understanding, and encourage dialogue on the challenges and triumphs faced by the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. This collective celebration not only strengthens …

Rising to the Cyber Challenge: Unlocking Opportunities and Forging a Cyber-Resilient Australia

In anticipation of the upcoming online webinar - Rising to the Cyber Challenge: Unlocking Opportunities and Forging a Cyber-Resilient Australia, we had the opportunity to speak with the Chief Information Officer, Dominique Barker from Australian Institue of Family Studies. Our conversation centered…

Embracing and Honoring Asian Heritage: A Month of Celebration

In May, we embark on a joyous and enlightening journey as we celebrate Asian Heritage Month in Canada. Throughout this month, we pay homage to the remarkable contributions, diverse traditions, and vibrant cultures of Canadians of Asian descent. In order to deepen our understanding, foster connections, and embrace the richness that Asian communities bring to our shared Canadian identity, we interviewed some of our expert Asian public sector leaders from our speaker faculty. Check out the interview below and Join us as we honor the tapestry of Asian heritage and embark on a collective exploration of the stories and legacies …

HR Leaders Driving Change Through Unique DEI Strategies

HR leaders within the public service are further recognizing the importance of embracing DEI and are making some notable progress within this area. We’ve had the pleasure of hearing from three individuals who are set to participate in next month’s HR and Future of Work Roadshow, and who have shared their valuable insights, expertise and experiences with their own organization’s DEI initiatives.

Innovate VIC 2023: A Long Time Ago In a Victoria Far, Far Away

In anticipation of the upcoming Innovate VIC Showcase in collaboration with EY, we had the opportunity to speak with the Victorian Information Commissioner, Sven Bluemmel, from the Office of the Victorian Information Commissioner. Mr. Bluemmel has a wealth of knowledge, and extensive experience in …

Supporting Citizen Wellbeing By Bridging the Digital Divide

In our Public Sector People spotlight series we aim to humanise and celebrate government professionals at all levels that are making a difference. This week we spotlight Josie Scioli, Deputy City Manager at the City of Toronto who was part of a crucial initiative that bridged the digital divide, supplied disadvantaged communities with free WiFi and helped reduce the spread of Covid-19 during the height of the pandemic.

Finding the Truth - Convicting the Perpetrators of the MH-17 Downing

In our Public Sector People spotlight series we aim to humanise and celebrate government professionals at all levels that are making a difference. This week we spotlight Hilda Sirec, Commander with the Australian Federal Police who was part of the international collaborative effort to convict the perpetrators of the 2014 downing of MH-17.