WebinarHQ Series 2024

10  May  12-1pm

AI Transformation with David O'Keefe, Aurora Consulting Services

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Find out what artificial intelligence means for you, your work, and your council at a foundational level.

Learn what the diverse applications of AI technology are across industries from healthcare to transport, its potential, but also its risks.

Discover the benefits of AI, from increased efficiency to productivity gains and accuracy.

Explore the pitfalls and challenges to come, from job displacement and privacy implications to ethical considerations.

Recommended for: Staff across levels and decision makers requiring a broad overview of AI.

Presented by: David O’Keefe - Aurora Consulting Services

The first graduate of an Information and Technology and Communication degree in Australia, David is passionate about improving employee skills and effectiveness in the workplace, aligned to the development of supportive AI programs that can help research, summarise, and reword, improving the quality and quantity of work output. His experience has provided him insight into the challenges and risks associated with these technologies, which he shares and promotes through his training.

16  May  12-1pm

Tricks of a Nutritionist with Carli Phillips BHSc, MBA – Founder, Corporate Wellbeing Hub

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Gut health hacks will be explored to improve digestion and overall health.

Plant based eating for boosting nutrients intake and super easy protein sources.

How to reduce Ultra processed foods and swap out for healthy options.

Tricks of a Nutritionist for eating on the run.

Workplace strategies to encourage healthy choice.

Recommended for: Employees and managers who want to improve their own healthy eating and encourage others to make healthy choices. 

13 June  12-1pm

Navigating Digital Transformation: Local Government Case Study with Dr. Bethany Sinclair-Giardini – Principal Consultant, Votar Partners

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Learn how to navigate digital transformation through an active discussion of a real-world Victorian council case study.

From procuring new Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions to retiring legacy systems, explore critical aspects of the process from cybersecurity risks to migration strategies.

Join a comprehensive analysis of a case study covering workflow optimisation, compliance, procurement, and data archiving strategies.

Reflect on what works, what doesn’t, and what level of executive engagement is really required.

Attendees are encouraged to actively participate, maximising their takeaways. This presentation caters to professionals involved in digital transformation, especially those in IT, information management, digital and data roles, procurement, and risk units.

Enhance your understanding and minimise risks to maximise your council’s potential for digital transformation success.

Recommended for: Professionals involved in digital transformation, especially those in IT, information management, digital and data roles, procurement, and risk units.

Presented by: Dr. Bethany Sinclair-Giardini – Principal Consultant, Votar Partners

Dr. Sinclair-Giardini’s 30 years of information governance experience includes work at both Yarra Ranges and Mornington Peninsula Shire Councils. Bethany’s expertise is around joining the dots (and unpacking the risks) between cyber and information security agendas, and data and records lifecycle management. Since joining Votar in 2022, Bethany has worked with around a quarter of Victorian councils and a few more in New South Wales to raise their maturity and compliance within the information governance space.

27 June  12-1pm

Mood Boosting in 7 Ways with Carli Phillips BHSc, MBA – Founder, Corporate Wellbeing Hub

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Self-awareness and acknowledgement of moods.

The food and mood connection through the gut-brain axis.

Rest in new and interesting ways.

The five senses to break poor mood or mindset.

Workplace impacts - the pros and cons.

Celebrating success with gratitude. 

Recommended for: Employees and managers who want to be their best selves, boost mood and take action to uplift your health and wellbeing. 

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Webinar Streams

• The Risky Suite - how prepared are you for disruption, analysing services and building relationships with every segment in your community?
• New Democracy - unpacking community engagement, accountability and transparency.
• Tear Down The Walls - reduce barriers to collaborative council practice and with external stakeholders and sectors.
• Leadership Springboard - fine tune and propel your skills when managing up, down and from the centre.
• Without Borders - peer over the municipality fence and dive into what other local governments are doing around the globe.
• Trailblazer - challenge the norm, stretch your innovative mindset and be prepared for future workforce and community expectations.
• Power Up - build and master your essentials toolbox, increasing your productivity and work quality.