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SUMMARY:NSW Breakfast with Charlie Sukkar, CIO, NSW Department of Education
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” module_class=”eventdet-align” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”0px|0px|0px|0px|false|false” custom_padding=”0px|0px|0px|0px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ module_class=”evdet-icon-align” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”manrope||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”22px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]\nWednesday, 10 June 2026\n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”manrope||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”22px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]\n} 7:30 am – 9:30 am (AEST)\n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=”eveminialign” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]\nServiceNow, Level 49, 680 George Street, Sydney NSW 2000\n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text module_class=”eveminialign” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]Events Team | events@aiia.com.au[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=”eveminialign” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]1300 665 145[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row disabled_on=”off|off|off” admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”manrope||||||||” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”24px” header_3_font=”Poppins Semi||||||||” header_3_text_color=”#c41917″ header_3_font_size=”26px” header_3_line_height=”32px” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]\nDetails\n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]\nAt this upcoming AIIA Breakfast Session, Charlie Sukkar, Chief Information Officer for the NSW Department of Education, will explore how the public sector is rewriting the possibilities of service delivery, moving toward a future where innovation moves at mission speed. As the leader of the digital landscape for one of the world’s largest education providers, Charlie will share how the department is successfully shedding administrative burdens to empower staff and prioritise instant, high-impact service for over 800,000 students.\nLearn how the Department’s refreshed digital strategy is being leveraged to enhance productivity, providing the tools necessary to streamline workflows and modernise the interface between the department and the community. Join us to gain practical insights into the digital transformation of service delivery, focusing on the strategies Charlie has implemented to transition from legacy processes to a digital-first model that delivers measurable, real-world outcomes for schools across New South Wales.\nFREE for AIIA members to attend with non-members able to purchase a ticket for a small fee.\n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”100%” custom_margin=”-32px|auto||auto||” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ text_font=”manrope||||||||” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”24px” header_3_font=”Poppins Semi||||||||” header_3_text_color=”#c41917″ header_3_font_size=”26px” header_3_line_height=”32px” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||0px|||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]\nKeynote Speaker\n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”100%” custom_margin=”|auto|-3px|auto||” custom_padding=”1px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://aiia.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Screenshot-2026-05-07-at-4.39.18-pm.png” title_text=”Screenshot 2026-05-07 at 4.39.18 pm” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]\nCharlie Sukkar\nTechnology Executive, veteran CIO and business transformation leader\nNSW Department of Education\n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”100%” custom_padding=”2px||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” min_height=”412px” custom_padding=”||29px|||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]\nCharlie is a seasoned technology executive and business leader, currently overseeing one of the largest teams of IT and digital learning specialists in the Southern Hemisphere. \nSince his appointment as Chief Information Officer for the NSW Department of Education in October 2023, Charlie has led the organisation IT directorate through a significant period of transformation. He is responsible for aligning the department’s technology and cyber security architecture with its strategic vision ensuring it meets the evolving needs of teachers and students across NSW.\nThis role reflects Charlie’s deep passion for driving technology-driven change and harnessing the transformative power of emerging technologies to inspire educators and learners, empower staff, and bring the future to life in schools and offices across the state.\nBefore joining the department, Charlie held senior leadership roles in the construction and materials sector.\nAt Fletcher Building Australia, he led one of the company’s largest digital and cultural transformations, partnering with local and global experts to grow digital commerce to around 40% of total sales while achieving more than 85% employee satisfaction and an average digital NPS of 35 across key business units.\nEarlier at CSR Limited, Charlie spearheaded the delivery of world-class digital platforms and fostered innovation across the company’s technology portfolio, helping modernise the building and construction industry in Australia and New Zealand. This included the design, construction and implementation of the world’s first online banking portal for tradespeople in the building materials and construction sector. \nCharlie is a fervent advocate for the IoT & generative AI as key drivers of the Fourth Industrial Revolution where people live, work and play in real time to reshape industries and deliver value across society.  His vision is grounded in a practical understanding of the opportunities and challenges emerging technologies present, particularly in preparing young people for the dynamic jobs of the future.\nHe is an avid follower of trends in social media, mobility, IoT and big data, and is a keen advocate of open systems, cloud computing and on-demand infrastructure.\nOn a personal note, Charlie believes in the generosity of the human spirit – and that each of us has the potential to make a meaningful difference in this world.\n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ disabled_on=”on|on|on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px|||||” disabled=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://aiia.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Narelle-Underwood.jpg” title_text=”Narelle Underwood” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]\nNarelle Underwood\nExecutive Director Digital Strategy, Sourcing & Assurance Digital NSW\nDepartment of Customer Service\n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row disabled_on=”on|on|on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px||0px|||” disabled=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]\nNarelle Underwood is the Executive Director Digital Strategy, Sourcing & Assurance in Digital NSW, part of the NSW Department of Customer Service. Previously Surveyor-General and Executive Director Spatial Services, Narelle has worked at the intersection of technology and regulation, delivering foundation spatial data services and transformation initiatives such as the NSW Spatial Digital Twin. Passionate about collaboration and innovation, she champions data-driven decision-making and capability uplift to enable trusted, future ready digital services for communities, business, and government.\nAs the first female to hold the role of Surveyor-General in NSW and the youngest in over 200 years, Narelle was featured in the 2018 BLAZE Working Women, Public Leaders exhibition and was also listed in the inaugural NSW Top 50 Public Sector Women. In 2019 she was announced as a winner of the Emerging Leader in the Government or Public Sector category of the national Women’s Agenda Leadership Awards for her influence, leadership, and contribution to the community.\nHaving worked in the land surveying profession where the average age is 53 and women account for less than 4%, Narelle is passionate about women in leadership and improving the diversity of STEM based careers. As a Superstar of STEM alumni and brand ambassador for the Get Kids into Survey program, she is working to increase the public visibility of women in STEM to encourage the next generation.\n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ disabled_on=”on|on|on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” disabled=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://aiia.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Kylie-De-Courteney.jpg” title_text=”Kylie De Courteney” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]\nKylie De Courteney\nManaging Director\nNSW Telco Authority\n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row disabled_on=”on|on|on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px|||||” disabled=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]\nKylie De Courteney is Managing Director of NSW Telco Authority, overseeing a $1.5 billion portfolio of government connectivity projects. Her leadership has been instrumental in the considerable progress towards delivering a single, interoperable communications network for emergency services via the Public Safety Network in NSW.\nWith over 30 years’ leadership experience spanning the public and private sectors, she is renowned for her expertise in customer and digital strategy, organisational transformation, and program delivery. Kylie is widely recognised as a strategic and transformative leader adept at navigating complexity. \nPreviously, Kylie held senior executive roles at Service NSW, where she played a pivotal role in transforming the face of government services. Her career also includes consultancy work and strategic roles across the finance, banking, infrastructure, and telecommunications sectors.\nKylie also contributes her expertise as a volunteer board member, including current roles with the Connectivity Innovation Network and the Public Safety Mobile Broadband Advisory Board. With a deep regard for care work, she previously served on the board and as Chair of a not-for-profit supporting people with disability, people with mental illness, older people, and their carers.\nDriven by a desire to have an influence, Kylie is enthusiastic about ensuring those tasked with protecting the community have the critical communications they need to do their jobs safely and effectively. She is committed to building diverse, high-performance teams and is often described as driven, direct, and collaborative – a data nerd with a sense of humour.\n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”3px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_divider][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”100%” custom_padding=”1px||3px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″ custom_margin=”||36px|||”]\nThank you to our Sponsors\n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”100%” custom_padding=”0px||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://aiia.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Screenshot-2026-05-07-at-3.47.43-pm.png” title_text=”Screenshot 2026-05-07 at 3.47.43 pm” disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_divider disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_divider][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”100%” custom_padding=”0px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”5px|20px|20px|20px|false|false” border_width_all=”2px” border_color_all=”#c41917″ global_colors_info=”{}”]\nTerms and Conditions\nBy purchasing tickets to this event you agreed to the capture, storage and use of your data as detailed in the AIIA Privacy Policy, a link to which is provided here https://aiia.com.au/privacy.\nAttendees consent to their filming and sound recording as members of the audience. 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