ROUNDTABLES

 

This is where participants come together to brainstorm, debate, and explore key topics and challenges. Known for being dynamic, interactive, and fast-paced, this popular format keeps discussions focused and engaging.


Peer-to-peer roundtable discussions offer attendees the chance to hear from other government departments and agencies, sharing insights and learning from their public sector peers. Roll up your sleeves and dive into the latest tech trends!


How do they run? Held on day one, the roundtable sessions break away from the main conference. Each table runs the same topic three times in 30-minute intervals, giving attendees the flexibility to explore the expo and join the discussions that interest them.
 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Roundtables (Upstairs Ballroom), Tuesday 12 August 2025

Stephanie Crowe
09:10

Strengthening national cyber defences - Strategies for public and private sector collaboration

Daniel Anastasio
Roundtables (Upstairs Ballroom)
14:20

Roundtable #01: Topic TBA

This roundtable runs 3 times at 2:20 pm, 2:50 pm, and 3:20 pm.

Panel discussion
Roundtables (Upstairs Ballroom)
14:20

Roundtable #02: New ways to harness the power of AI, data and innovation: How others are navigating this change, to deliver better outcomes for individuals, businesses and the economy

This roundtable runs 3 times at 2:20 pm, 2:50 pm, and 3:20 pm

  • Explore global trends in AI, data, and technology, along with common risks and how to manage them.
  • Hear practical examples of how these tools are being used to solve complex government challenges.
  • Discuss leadership strategies for driving change and learn from others tackling similar goals, both locally and globally.
Cameron Kahler
Roundtables (Upstairs Ballroom)
14:20

Roundtable #04: Topic TBA

This roundtable runs 3 times at 2:20 pm, 2:50 pm, and 3:20 pm.

Panel discussion
Roundtables (Upstairs Ballroom)
14:20

Roundtable #05: Accelerating business productivity from agentic AI

This roundtable runs 3 times at 2:20 pm, 2:50 pm, and 3:20 pm.

  • Explore how agentic AI can boost productivity and deliver real business value.
  • Share strategies for developing and scaling AI agents across core business processes.
  • Discuss practical ways to manage risks like accuracy and bias while preparing for broader AI adoption.
Anthony Canning
Roundtables (Upstairs Ballroom)
14:20

Roundtable #06: How ISO 27001 can help you get ahead of SOCI

This roundtable runs 3 times at 2:20 pm, 2:50 pm, and 3:20 pm

  • Understand how ISO 27001 can help meet SOCI Act compliance more efficiently.
  • Learn ways to reduce duplication and improve audit readiness.
  • Discuss strategies for building trust through structured, scalable security practices.

Panel discussion
Roundtables (Upstairs Ballroom)
14:20

Roundtable #08: Data Fusion: Making your data actually useful

This roundtable runs 3 times at 2:20 pm, 2:50 pm, and 3:20 pm.

  • Learn practical ways to connect and make sense of siloed data to support smarter, faster decision-making.
  • Hear how better data flow boosts service performance, accountability, and trust across departments and communities.
  • Exchange lessons with peers on balancing proactive monitoring with reactive insights—and have some fun with LEGO while visualising your own data fusion story.
Jarrod Kinchington
Roundtables (Upstairs Ballroom)
14:20

Roundtable #09: Driving impact: Harnessing technology to deliver results at scale

This roundtable runs 3 times at 2:20 pm, 2:50 pm, and 3:20 pm.

  • Discover how government teams use modern work management tools to drive smarter outcomes, improve visibility, and reduce risk.
  • Learn practical frameworks that connect day-to-day work with strategic goals and measurable results.
  • Explore real-world use cases across policy programs, grant initiatives, and infrastructure projects.
  • Connect with peers navigating complex, high-stakes environments with evolving technology demands
Gianluca Cairo
Roundtables (Upstairs Ballroom)
14:20

Roundtable #10: From legacy to leading edge: Transforming HR and payroll in government

This roundtable runs 3 times at 2:20 pm, 2:50 pm, and 3:20 pm

  • Explore how government agencies are modernising outdated HR and payroll systems.
  • Discuss the challenges of transitioning from legacy platforms to cloud-based or digital-first solutions.
  • Hear lessons learned from major transformation projects across the public sector.
  • Understand how improved systems can support workforce planning, compliance, and employee experience.
Gianluca Cairo, Vice President, Operations and Strategy, Public Sector, Dayforce
Thao Dang
Roundtables (Upstairs Ballroom)
14:20

Roundtable #11: Breaking free from legacy: Building modern, citizen-centric government infrastructure

This roundtable runs 3 times at 2:20 pm, 2:50 pm, and 3:20 pm.

  • Examine how legacy systems, architecture, procurement, policy, and culture impact service delivery, security, and the pace of reform
  • Discuss examples of agencies successfully overcoming common barriers to modernisation
  • Identify practical strategies to reduce legacy risk, enhance citizen-centric outcomes, and deliver more resilient public services

 

Thao Dang, VP for Enterprise Modernisation, Platforms and Cloud, APAC, Thoughtworks
Scott Ellis
Roundtables (Upstairs Ballroom)
14:20

Roundtable #12: Consolidated security: AI-driven cyber resilience for a hyper-connected government

This roundtable runs 3 times at 2:20 pm, 2:50 pm, and 3:20 pm.

  • Unify your defences: Learn how hybrid mesh architecture simplifies operations and strengthens protection.
  • Harness AI for resilience: Explore how AI and automation enable real-time prevention across government systems.
  • Secure complexity with clarity: Gain strategies for protecting hybrid environments while advancing Zero Trust.
  • Achieve compliance with confidence: Discover how Check Point helps government agencies meet the Essential 8 cybersecurity strategies and meeting compliance requirements aligned with Australian government standards.
David Larrimore
16:20

International Keynote: Innovation and responsibility - Lessons from AI adoption in a large-scale government department

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