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1. Pre-Summit Workshop
23 February 2016
Summit
24 & 25 February 2016
Post-Summit Workshop
26 February 2016
PARKROYAL Darling Harbour
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Tools, Strategies and Techniques to Optimise Leadership
Potential for Women in the Ever-Changing and Expanding
Digital Sphere
Inspirational leadership journeys from
successful executives in the digital
sphere
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Breaking down barriers, overcoming
challenges and seizing opportunities
Professional development strategies
for escalated digital career
progression
Identifying support structures,
networks and career mentors in
digital roles
Women in Digital
Leadership Summit 2016
Jane Huxley Managing Director
Pandora, Internet Radio
Renee Gamble Country Manager, ANZ
Google for Work
Abigail Thomas Head of Mobile Digital Experience
Commonwealth Bank
Leanne Fry Former Chief Digital Officer
Fair Work Ombudsman
Mary Murphy Chief Digital Officer
First State Super
Faye Ilhan Chief Digital Officer
Dan Murphy’s
Sue Coulter General Manager Business Transformation
and Technology (Chief Information Officer)
Credit Union Australia
Caroline Casey Director, Product and Audience
Yahoo7
Karen Farrell Head of Governance and Portfolio
Management
Woolworths Limited
Claire Jorgensen Director, Digital Strategy
University of Sydney
Kirsty Crowley Group Manager, Enterprise Digital and
Social
Origin Energy
Jenny Lee-Koksal Chief Marketing and Digital Officer
Prime Financial Group
Karen Davies Director Data, Digital and Innovation
Bupa Australia and New Zealand
Louise O’Donnell Head of Strategy, Innovation
Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Amela Peric General Manager, Data Technology
Australian Securities Exchange
Sue Carter Head of Digital Business Strategy
Australian Associated Press
Rita Zonius Head of Internal Digital Communications
ANZ
Jamila Gordon Former Group Chief Information Officer
CIMIC (Leighton Holdings)
Jo Stewart-Rattray Director of Information Security and IT
Assurance
BRM Holdich
Amanda Phillips Director
APA Training and Development
Kendra Strudwick Executive Coach and Corporate Trainer
Inspiraction Coaching and Training
Angela Fox Managing Director
Dell Australia
FEATURED SPEAKERS
Advice to my Younger Self
2. The 2nd Women in ICT
Leadership Summit 2016
22, 23, 24 & 25 February 2016
Melbourne Convention and
Exhibition Centre
The APAC Women in
Leadership and Management
Summit 2015
1, 2, 3 & 4 December 2015
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
9.00 - 4.30
Maximising Your Effectiveness and Developing the Leadership Capabilities of Senior Digital Executives
The rapidly changing digital environment demands a developed suite of high level leadership skills. In order to build your leadership presence and
maximise your potential, you must accept what is needed of you as an effective leader. If you make this commitment, both personally and professionally,
whilst embracing an adaptive mindset, you will have the opportunity to encourage, motivate and instigate positive change in your workplace.
This workshop is designed for women in digital roles aspiring to reach the senior executive level. It will equip participants with the skills necessary to
excel in this field and provides the platform to network with fellow digital leaders.
Following in the footsteps of successful executive leaders
• The attributes of executive leaders in digital
• Understanding the different role requirements at executive leadership levels
• Recognising the transformational nature of the digital sphere
Psychology and leadership intertwined
• How we react to challenging job demands and its effect on decision making and leadership behaviour
• Understanding the role of self-regulation on our thoughts, emotions and leadership behaviour
• Recognising the importance of emotional intelligence in digital leadership
Strategies for maximised leadership effectiveness
• Identifying your strengths and weaknesses
• Giving and receiving unwelcome feedback
• Influencing without authority
Planning for your next big career move
• Uncovering your authentic leadership style to progress your career
• Developing and refining your leadership skill set
• Creating an action plan to reach the senior levels and achieve success
Expert Facilitator: Jo Stewart-Rattray Director of Information Security and IT Assurance
BRM Holdich
Jo has 25 years’ experience in the IT field some of which were spent as CIO in the Utilities space, and 17 in the Information Security arena. She
underpins her information technology and security background with her qualifications in education and management.
Jo specialises in consulting in information security issues with a particular emphasis on governance in both the commercial and operational areas
of businesses. Jo provides strategic advice to organisations across a number of industry sectors including banking and finance, utilities, automotive
manufacturing, tertiary education, retail and government.
Jo is the Chair of ISACA’s International Professional Influence & Advocacy Committee and past chair of its Leadership Development Committee. She is
past president of ISACA’s Adelaide Chapter and she has served as a Director on ISACA’s international Board of Directors. ISACA is a professional body
with some 105,000 members in approximately 200 countries around the world and represents professionals from the IT assurance, governance and
information security disciplines.
Pre-Summit Workshop
23 February 2016
• 8.30 - 9.00 Registration
• 9.00 - 10.40 Session One
• 10.40 - 11.00 Morning Tea
WORKSHOP SCHEDULE
• 11.00 - 12.30 Session Two
• 12.30 - 1.30 Lunch
• 1.30 - 3.00 Session Three
• 3.00 - 3.20 Afternoon Tea
• 3.20 - 4.30 Session Four
• 4.30 Close of Workshop
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3. Day One 24 February 2016
Strategies to Succeed as a Female Leader in th
PLUS TWO WORKSHOPS!
Plus Two Separately Bookable Full-Day
Workshops on 23 & 26 February 2016
8.30 - 8.55 Registration and Morning Coffee
8.55 - 9.00 Official Welcome and Opening Remarks from
the Chair
9.00 - 9.40 OPENING KEYNOTE CASE STUDY
“Taking the lead: progression in an ever-changing
environment”
In the competitive world of digitalisation, female leaders face a
plethora of obstacles and barriers on their journey to success.
Regardless of these, there are many avenues available for
progression and advancement that empower women to
develop their leadership style and solutions. Creating the
right environments, programs and policies can support
women in pursuing their dreams. Google believe in removing
barriers for women, so they can focus on the work (and
people) they love. Technology solutions that enable greater
flexibility, collaboration and better ways of working will be key
to attracting and retaining top talent, and remove potential
barriers to progression and advancement by creating the right
environment to showcase their skills. Renee will discuss:
• Maximising skills and demonstrating talents in an
organisation
• Taking constructive criticism in your stride
• Seeking out progression opportunities
• How technology can be an enabler of progression in an
ever-changing environment
Renee Gamble Country Manager, ANZ
Google for Work
9.40 - 9.50 Questions and Discussion
9.50 - 10.30 CASE STUDY
“Don’t hold back - Maximise your opportunities
for progression”
Women attempting to climb the career ladder and take
on a leadership role, face a variety of daunting challenges.
However, if you take hold of those challenges with fervour
and step out of your comfort zone, you will continue to learn
and succeed. Faye has led a very successful career and
become a knowledgeable and courageous leader. Discuss:
• Taking a risk and leaping into a leadership role
• Embracing challenges
• Maintaining a thirst for knowledge
Faye Ilhan Chief Digital Officer
Dan Murphy’s
10.30 - 10.40 Questions and Discussion
10.40 - 10.55 Morning Tea
10.55 - 11.35 EXPERT COMMENTARY
“Networks, sponsors and mentors offer a window
of opportunity”
In the ever-changing digital environment, the road to
leadership is layered with obstacles and barriers. As a
result, it is of the utmost importance that aspiring leaders
use all available resources to advance their career. Jamila
Gordon has been a leader in the digital space with some
major organisations including Qantas, Leighton Holdings
(now CIMIC) and IBM, and understands the value of mentors,
sponsors and networking. She will discuss:
• Successful communication to develop new associations
• Mutually beneficial relationships
• Networking to achieve your goals
Jamila Gordon Former Group Chief Information Officer
CIMIC (Leighton Holdings)
11.35 - 11.45 Questions and Discussion
11.45 - 12.25 CASE STUDY
“Take control – Identify and leverage opportunities”
The ability to identify and leverage opportunities is key to career
progression. However, these opportunities are not always readily
presented for your perusal, and this is where confidence in
your own knowledge is of the utmost importance. Leanne has
climbed the executive ladder with precision. She will explore:
• Identifying opportunities in the fast-paced digital sphere
• Harnessing opportunities for career progression
• Using goal-setting to maximise opportunities
Leanne Fry Former Chief Digital Officer
Fair Work Ombudsman
12.25 - 12.35 Questions and Discussion
12.35 - 1.35 Networking Lunch
1.35 - 2.25 INTERACTIVE PANEL DISCUSSION
“Navigating unconscious bias and other potential
barriers to career advancement”
In the male-dominated digital industry, a lack of diversity in
leadership roles is far from foreign. There is no doubt that
men continue to outweigh women in executive positions, so
it is important to ensure that opportunities for progression
are available to people who offer the most talent, regardless
of their gender. Despite the implementation of strategies
to increase the number of women in senior roles, various
unconscious biases, both internally and externally, tend to
restrict women from taking a step up the career ladder. This
panel session will discuss:
• The negative effect of bias on productivity
• Cutting through unconscious bias
• Recognising genuine talent
Angela Fox Managing Director
Dell Australia
Karen Davies Director Data, Digital and Innovation
Bupa Australia and New Zealand
Claire Jorgensen Director, Digital Strategy
University of Sydney
Louise O’Donnell Head of Strategy, Innovation
Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Rita Zonius Head of Internal Digital Communications
ANZ
2.25 - 3.05 CASE STUDY
“Overcome personal hardship with positive
motivation”
Leaders who succeed start their journey with a positive and
determined mindset. The challenges they faced and the
lessons they learned along the way shape them into the
leaders they have become. Amela faced extreme personal
hardship in the early years of her career, moving to Australia
as a refugee. As a result, she has become a highly resilient
leader and believes in the power of positive motivation. She
will discuss:
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2016 Theme: ‘Advice to my younger self’
What do you know now that you wish you had known then? This is the
question we have posed to some of the most senior women in digital.
These inspirational senior executive women will reflect on their career
journeys – the challenges they have faced, the opportunities they have
seized and the lessons they have learnt, to impart advice to women
aspiring to achieve professional and personal success.
4. Creatinhe Digital Environment
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• Making the most of opportunities
• Using positive motivation in leadership roles
• Applying lessons learned to accelerate performance
Amela Peric General Manager, Data Technology
Australian Securities Exchange
3.05 - 3.15 Questions and Discussion
3.15 - 3.30 Afternoon Tea
3.30 - 4.20 EXPERT COMMENTARY
Accelerate your career In Digital
The ever changing and expanding digital industry hosts an
array of new challenges, and in turn, opportunities for women
to demonstrate their exceptional leadership qualities. In order
to take your career to the next level, you have to be noticed.
There are many women who have the ability to lead, but need
to develop the skills and strategies to reveal their leadership
excellence. Learn how to project your quality attributes in the
digital space and take hold of your goals. Discuss:
• Establishing your personal brand
• Taking control of your goals
• Leading with integrity and authenticity
Jo Stewart-Rattray Director of Information Security
and IT Assurance
BRM Holdich
4.20 - 4.30 Questions and Discussion
4.30 Concluding Remarks from the Chair
Day Two 25 February 2016
NETWORKING RECEPTION
4.30 - 5.30
Make the most of your Liquid Learning experience, join us to
network over complimentary canapés and drinks
8.30 - 8.55 Morning Coffee
8.55 - 9.00 Opening Remarks from the Chair
9.00 - 9.30 OPENING CASE STUDY
“A Journey to the Top in the Digital Sphere”
Making it big in the corporate world is an almighty
challenge in itself, even more so as a woman. In order
to progress into a leadership role and succeed in a
prominent position, you must have the ability to make the
most of any opportunity that presents itself and recognise
the experience gained from undesirable mistakes. Jane
Huxley has taken on senior leadership roles in media,
tech and telco for the past 25 years. She will share with
you the advice that gave her the ability to succeed and
the lessons she learned (that you won’t have to). Explore:
• Positioning yourself to succeed, professionally and
personally
• Recovering from a move that could derail your career
• Prioritising opportunities
Jane Huxley Managing Director
Pandora, Internet Radio
9.30 - 9.40 Questions and Discussion
9.40 - 10.20 CASE STUDY
“Communication is the key to successful
leadership”
Professional success is often attributed to hard work and
sustained effort. While these are necessary components,
the ability to communicate effectively is one of the most
important skills to master. Mary will reflect on her own career
progression and discuss the importance of communication
and the critical role it plays in effective leadership. Explore:
• Strategies to implement a successful communication plan
• Communicating as a leader
• Personal communication tips and insights
Mary Murphy Chief Digital Officer
First State Super
10.20 - 10.30 Questions and Discussion
10.30 - 10.45 Morning Tea
10.45 - 11.20 EXPERT COMMENTARY
Neuro-Leadership: Outsmart Your Brain
Have you ever wondered what your brain is doing when
you are leading and networking? Kendra takes a whole
brain approach to leadership coaching. She believes
understanding the brain is key to leadership success,
and people who do not take this into account are at an
extreme disadvantage. She will discuss:
• Unlocking motivation, performance and innovation by
working with the brain in mind
• Using neuro knowledge to enhance networking success
• Taking a mindful approach to leadership
Kendra Strudwick Executive Coach and Corporate
Trainer
Inspiraction Coaching and Training
11.20 - 11.30 Questions and Discussion
11.30 - 12.05 CASE STUDY
“Without goals, we cannot realise our potential”
A successful leader must have a clearly defined set of
objectives and the ability to go out of their way to achieve
them. Jenny is the Chief Marketing and Digital Officer at
Prime Financial Group and believes it was the goals she
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ng and Seizing New Opportunities in a Complex and Evolving Space
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• Chief Executives / Managing
Directors
• General Managers / Group
Managers
• Chief Digital Officer
• Web Services / Online
• eBusiness
• Digital Agency Executives
• Social Media / Community
Management
• Digital Content Creation /
Design
• Team Leaders / Managers
• ICT / Technology Professionals
• Data / Analytics
• Marketing and Communications
/ PR
• Consultants
WHO WILL ATTEND
Aspiring, emerging, and existing leaders in digital roles across all industries,
including:
• Personal leadership plan: The take-away lessons you can
put into practice when you are back in the office
Amanda Phillips Director
APA Training and Development
4.30 Concluding Remarks from the Chair
and Summit Close
set in her youth that pushed her toward the leadership role
she is in today. She will discuss:
• Goal setting and determination
• The art of prioritising
• Resilience and patience when things don’t go to plan
Jenny Lee-Koksal Chief Marketing and Digital
Officer
Prime Financial Group
12.05 - 12.15 Questions and Discussion
12.15 - 1.15 Networking Lunch
1.15 - 2.15 INTERACTIVE PANEL DISCUSSION
Finding balance in a Digital World
Balancing work and life is something that all leaders must learn
to do, but it is a difficult task. It can be challenging for women
to be productive, manage competing priorities and continue
to take steps towards leadership goals. Additionally, in the
digital age, where your smart phone is your best friend, what is
balance and how do we find it? This panel will explore:
• Prioritising thoughtfully in a digital space
• Employing strategies to find your equilibrium
• Reaching leadership goals without losing sight of what is
important to you
Kirsty Crowley Group Manager, Enterprise Digital
and Social
Origin Energy
Abigail Thomas Head of Mobile Digital Experience
Commonwealth Bank
Sue Coulter General Manager Business Transformation
and Technology (Chief Information Officer)
Credit Union Australia
Caroline Casey Director, Product and Audience
Yahoo7
Karen Farrell Head of Governance and Portfolio
Management
Woolworths Limited
2.15 - 3.00 CASE STUDY
“Nurture your team and reap the benefits”
A successful leader has the ability to create a positive
work atmosphere, and in turn, a quality team. With
acknowledgement and genuine appreciation, a leader will
inspire a team to grow and develop. Sue believes in the
constructive influence a leader can have on a team and
organisation. Discuss:
• The power of positive reinforcement and motivation
• Keeping in touch with your digital team (some will know
more than you)
• Empowering staff at all levels
Sue Carter Head of Digital Business Strategy
Australian Associated Press
3.00 - 3.15 Questions and Discussion
3.15 - 3.30 Afternoon Tea
3.30 - 4.30 INTERACTIVE ROUNDTABLE
Advice to my younger self - Reflecting upon key
learning outcomes
This interactive discussion will provide delegates with an
opportunity to revise the themes and topics covered over
the course of the two day conference, providing scope
to continue conversations raised, brainstorm solutions to
common challenges faced and reflect on the advice that
resonated with them. Explore:
• What advice would you give to your younger self?
• The best piece of advice you have taken (or wish you had)
ABOUT THE EVENT
Due to the rapid rate of growth in the digital world, being a leader in this
environment presents an array of unpredictable challenges. Knowledge
and experience provide a great foundation for digital career progression,
but in order to lead we need to be prepared with the leadership tool kit
suited to our business context. A finely-tuned set of skills that allow a
leader to communicate effectively, influence change and employ strategies
for team advancement will ensure success in a digital environment.
Leaders in the digital space must be prepared for the barriers they may
face, and have a strong grasp of the strategies and techniques they can
put in place to overcome these challenges. With the implementation of
positive motivation, a successful communication plan, and an authentic
leadership approach, you can excel as a digital leader.
Despite an increasing number of roles in digital and a large number of
these being held by women, the majority of women occupy less senior
technology roles. There is no doubt that men continue to outweigh women
in digital leadership and management roles. However, as the digital role
continues to emerge as an integral part of any organisation the opportunity
to lead is becoming more accessible, and women need to develop their
capacity as leaders to ensure their candidacy for executive positions.
The Women in Digital Leadership Summit 2016 is the opportunity
for existing and emerging leaders to take hold of their leadership goals.
This unique forum will be an opportunity to learn from the experience of
successful executive women through their inspirational career stories and
leadership insights. Both technical and leadership skills will be addressed
and participants will leave the conference equipped with ideas and
strategies to effectively lead in the digital world. Register team members
early to secure places at this outstanding event!
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The Foundations of a Great Leader: Personal and Professional Self-improvement Strategies to Enhance your Leadership
Potential
In order to be an effective leader, you must be able to recognise your strengths and weaknesses. These are the initial stages of becoming self-aware
and improving your leadership potential.
To positively influence change and consistantly build capability in your teams, it is important for leaders to continue to refine their leadership skillset
through practice, skill building and self-awareness. The ability to effectively assess situations, be proactive under pressure and manage diverse teams
will improve as a result.
This interactive workshop will focus on what it takes to be a leader of significance in the digital space. Understand the importance of personal and
professional self-improvement and learn how to implement strategies to fulfil your potential. Explore:
Identifying strategies for professional growth and satisfaction
• Recognising your own strengths and weaknesses
• Managing others, while managing yourself
• Optimising your organisation goals
Promoting yourself – Approaches and techniques
• Building confidence and learning to communicate with impact
• Planning in competitive environments
• Encouraging a positive team culture
Communication – Principles and practice including emotional intelligence
• Communicating with clarity and precision
• Seeking both positive and negative feedback
• Building your own potential
Motivation and resilience
• Reacting to the pressure of a growing and evolving industry
• Identifying triggers for stress and being mindful of their impact on productivity
• Finding your key self-management techniques
Expert Facilitator: Amanda Phillips Director
APA Training and Development
Amanda has been delivering tailored leadership training programs for over 15 years. She and her team have worked with multiple organisations
including providing current flagship leadership programs for the City of Sydney, UTS, and World Nomads Group (WNG) amongst others. APA Training
is a preferred NSW Government service provider and our diverse client list continues to grow. Her clients include the higher education sector, legal
practices and the insurance sector. Recognition of the success of her programs and conference presentations has built ongoing relationships and
excellent outcomes for all her clients.
Post-Summit Workshop
26 February 2016
• 8.30 - 9.00 Registration
• 9.00 - 10.40 Session One
• 10.40 - 11.00 Morning Tea
WORKSHOP SCHEDULE
• 11.00 - 12.30 Session Two
• 12.30 - 1.30 Lunch
• 1.30 - 3.00 Session Three
• 3.00 - 3.20 Afternoon Tea
• 3.20 - 4.30 Session Four
• 4.30 Close of Workshop
