The ACT Branch of the AIIA welcomes members and guests to the first Canberra Managers' Forum of 2010 at which, our keynote speaker, Senator Kate Lundy, shall deliver a presentation entitled "Government 2.0: New Opportunities for Citizen Employment and Open Government".

About Senator Kate Lundy:
Senator Kate Lundy has represented the Australian Capital Territory in the Senate in the Australian Federal Parliament as a member of the Australian Labor Party since 1996.

She held many portfolios in opposition including Information Technology, Manufacturing, Consumer Affairs, Local Government, Sport and Health Promotion. Elected for the fifth time, as part of the Rudd Labor Government Senator Lundy is currently Chair of the Joint Standing Committee for the National Capital and External Territories and a long-standing active member of the Senate Environment, Communications and the Arts Committee. She is also one of the Federal Parliament’s representatives on the Advisory Council of the National Archive of Australia.

Information Technology
Senator Lundy has participated in every Senate Inquiry relating to telecommunications and Information Technology over the last fourteen years, and spearheaded Gov 2.0 initiatives such as her Public Sphere events which facilitate online public collaboration on policy development. In September 2009 Senator Lundy was recognised for her leadership in Gov2.0 online innovation with her Public Sphere initiative when she was ranked 13th in a short list of 25 global leaders by the International Centre for E-democracy and Politics Online.

Senator Lundy continues to be a strong advocate for the use of the internet, digital technology and ICT innovation to strengthen the Australian economy for future growth, to transform public engagement in government processes and to enhance social inclusion within our communities.

Guest Speaker: Natalie MacDonald, Associate Director-General, Department of Public Works

At the ACS / AIIA luncheon in September last year, the Premier launched the Queensland Government’s ICT Strategy called: ‘Toward Q2 through ICT’.

The Government vision is bold with much work to be done; Natalie MacDonald will update the industry on the progress to date, priorities for 2010 and into the future, and the opportunities for industry to support the Queensland Government in addressing this ambitious agenda.

Platinum Sponsor: Capgemini

Gold Sponsors: Business Aspect, Mincom, OBS and Symantec

Bronze Sponsors: ACT Logistics, Hitachi Data Systems, SkillSoft Asia Pacific and The Strategic Directions Group

Workshop: Technology to Drive Growth - A full-day interactive workshop

Need smart business technology solutions and online marketing strategies to boost productivity and power profits in today's global economy? Don’t miss this fantastic workshop featuring Australia’s leading digital experts including Mike Walsh, Mick Liubinskas and Kate Carruthers.

The largest gatherings of professionals involved in the design, build and operational management of 24/7 mission critical IT facilities in Australia.

Developing your personal influencing style is one of the keys to a successful career and career advancement. Understanding the secrets of influencing empowers you to manage your manager, your relationships, your career, more effectively. Strong influencers are highly marketable and invaluable to any organisation. This workshop is run by females in ICT for females in ICT.

The minister will present the priorities and trends for the Industry throughout 2010.
For event Sponsorship and Opportunities please contact: Rosemary Cotton on (03) 9018 9071

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Tap into the world’s largest advertising and media hub

Following the success of the second Digital Media Trade Mission to New York in 2009, Austrade, in conjunction with AIMIA (Australian Interactive Media Industry Association), is organising a return mission in March, 2010.

Preparing for Ongoing Organisational and Technological Evolution with Effective Information Management Strategies

16 Domestic & International CIO’s share their thought provoking insights and innovative strategies and how they are leading the development and application of technology across all corners of the globe.

Exclusive Luncheon -
With The Hon. Michael O’Brien, MP, Minister for Science & Information Economy

The AIIA SA Branch is holding a one off exclusive event with special guest speaker The Hon. Michael O’Brien, MP, Minister for Science & Information Economy who will be speaking on “the Developing Information Economy in South Australia".

If your business is creating or looking for innovative GreenIT technology solutions, you can’t afford to miss this event: AIIA will be hosting the 'International Sustainable Futures Forum' at the 2009 Asia Pacific Digital Innovation Summit (APDIS) in Melbourne on 17 December 2009.

If your business is creating or looking for innovative GreenIT technology solutions, you can’t afford to miss this event: AIIA will be hosting the 'International Sustainable Futures Forum' at the 2009 Asia Pacific Digital Innovation Summit (APDIS) in Melbourne on 17 December 2009.