Upcoming Executive Conferences and Events

The Public Sector Strategic Communications & Engagement conference will enable your organisation to engage new & existing stakeholders in timely, informative and creative communications.

The LGNSW Water Management Conference is an annual event, co-ordinated by local government for local government, providing a forum for discussion on urban water supply and sewerage as well as broader water management issues. In 2017 it is co-hosted by Dubbo Regional Council. Delegates will have the opportunity to find out about the latest water policy initiatives and trends, receive updates on emergent technical issues, benchmark, network and further their professional development and team building capabilities.

The Institute of Public Works Engineering Australasia (IPWEA) will host its biennial conference from 20 - 23 August 2017 in Perth, Western Australia.

The conference will feature six streams covering topics such as asset management, innovation and technology, leadership and management, community and infrastructure, pavements, stormwater, coastal management, street lighting and more.

Times of change and transformation present multiple impacts on organisations. Being the front-runners to initiate and facilitate this evolution, Project Management leaders must ride the tides of change, adapt to new leadership strategies, and remain agile to stay at the cutting edge. The Public Sector Women in Project Management Leadership Summit 2017 seeks to provide practical tips and tools for existing and emerging female leaders within the Project Management sphere to reach their leadership potential.

The Local Government sector has entered into a period of significant transformation and change, creating new challenges and opportunities for leaders in local councils. Leaders in this environment find themselves pulled in different directions by internal and external stakeholders, and need to refine influencing skills, political acumen and a diplomatic character to thrive. Liquid Learning is proud to present The National Women in Local Government Leadership Summit 2017.

Liquid Learning’s 8th Public Sector Women in Leadership NSW Summit 2017 is the premier learning and networking opportunity for established and emerging leaders. Through anecdotal case studies, experiential workshops, inspiring expert commentaries and interactive panel discussions, this unmissable event will offer the support, advice and insight you need to advance your career and ignite your ingenuity.

The 6th Public Sector Director and Executive Level Leadership Forum 2017 brings together a variety of leaders to share their inspirational journeys, practical advice and insights into the essential skills to lead in the APS. We are proud to present a speaker line-up showcasing the diversity of thought, experience, gender and culture in the APS today. You will learn how to lead and manage your team through major transformation, manage public expectations and understand the additional responsibilities of an SES officer. Discover strategies and skill-sets to navigate complex challenges, drive successful change, and achieve career excellence in the public service.

The 8th Public Sector Women in Leadership Victoria Summit 2017 will bring together some of the most prominent leaders in Victoria to reflect on their leadership journeys and share practice advice and insights on how to reach your career goals. Both emerging and established leaders will have the opportunity to learn valuable lessons on driving organisational success while unlocking your leadership potential.

Liquid Learning presents the 5th Annual Women in Retail and FMCG Leadership Summit 2017 which brings together aspiring, emerging, and accomplished female leaders in this unique environment. Delegates will be provided the opportunity to hear uplifting and inspiring testimonies from successful leaders in this space. This annual conference will be comprised of case studies, expert commentaries, and panel discussions that will divulge the critical skill sets required of female leaders. The learning is reinforced with optional full-day workshops that take a hands-on approach to developing the skills needed to excel.

After a successful inaugural event, Liquid Learning’s 2nd Women in Property Leadership Summit 2017 once again brings together the country’s foremost property leaders to champion women’s leadership and provide the practical tools you need for success. Through anecdotal case studies, experiential workshops, inspiring expert commentaries and interactive panel discussions, this unmissable event will offer the support, advice and insight you need to advance your career.

The 3rd Annual Queensland Public Sector Women in Leadership Summit 2017 will provide the tools that you need to exceed expectations and achieve greatness. With inspirational speakers imparting their valuable advice, you will walk away with the ability to communicate your vision, strategies to position yourself for leadership and make great leaps forward in achieving your career goals.

More than ever, today’s PMOs are seeking to rise above the boom/bust cycle that threatens their own sustainability and the productivity of their organisation’s operations. Incorporating new methodologies, including agile techniques and operational transformations, will position the PMO for ongoing success as trailblazers of their organisation’s objectives and strategic alignment. A leader’s focus determines the reality of their team’s success, by driving productivity, efficiency and incorporating new techniques to achieve excellence through delivery. To add real value and cement a sustainable future within the organisation, PMO leaders must develop this focus alongside a culture of adaptability and flexibility, which is essential to transition smoothly through a volatile environment.

Advancing from a specialist to a leader requires more than just experience in the field, especially in Finance and Accounting roles where you are accountable for the successful running of your organisation. While technical expertise provides a strong foundation, stepping into leadership in today’s dynamic environment requires adaptability, authenticity and the ability to drive performance under pressure. These new frontiers of finance leadership bring great possibility and even greater challenges, and for women in finance and accounting there are still more challenges to overcome. Despite a much healthier representation in less senior finance roles, the gender gap remains markedly more pronounced in the C-suite, with Australia still lagging behind, with the top 100 employing almost half the number of female CFOs as their international peers.

The future of the banking and financial services sector hinges upon the next great leaders to forge the way. As research continues to show the value of a diverse leadership team, it is increasingly important to step up your game as a female leader in the industry. To successfully drive career progression, you must be ready to embrace opportunities, take risks to yield better rewards and develop the key strategies to maximise your leadership potential.

The recognition of cultural diversity playing an integral role in both an organisation and community’s success is at an all-time high. For Indigenous women, the opportunity to unleash their leadership capability and reach their career goals is greater than ever. The 6th Indigenous Women’s Leadership Summit 2017 is the leading platform for women to come together to share advice, key challenges and inspiring stories. This is a chance to hear from some of the country’s most accomplished Indigenous leaders. The two-day Summit will be a mix of case studies, expert commentaries and panel discussions designed to illustrate the challenges and opportunities commonly facing Indigenous women. This event is the ideal opportunity for Indigenous women to develop the necessary skills to position themselves for both career and community success.

By 2050, 9 billion people are expected to inhabit the planet. Water scarcity on the one hand, and flood-proof cites on the other will become our main challenges. Amsterdam International Water Week 2017 presents a new approach that tackles these challenges head on