The EPA National Conference will explore the evolution of the modern professional administrator’s role, in the context of rapid technological change, and provide a series of tools designed to help address these challenges and facilitate personal and professional growth.
Opening Remarks from the Chair. Catherine Middleton – National President, Australian Institute of Office Professionals
The 21st Century Professional Administrator. Naomi Hanley – Director, Office Support Division, Hudson
Personal Branding. Paul Harmer – Director, The Brand Surgeon
Paul Harmer, The Brand Surgeon, will explore the concept of personal branding, and what this can mean for future career success. The session will draw on high impact examples, and provide tools and strategies to help you understand and develop your own personal brand.
Morning Tea
A day in the life of… Special Guest EA
Our Special Guest will discuss her exciting role, her dynamic company, her challenges and her learnings along the path to success
Unlocking the Power of Social and Professional Networks. Steve Smorgon – Social Media Expert, Mercury Agency
Special Knowledge Presentations by Exhibition Vendors – Session 1.
Formal concurrent 20 minute vendor presentations, along with informal audience networking and inspection of exhibits
Lunch
The Digital Big Bang. Dr Ric Simes – Director, Deloitte
Digital disruption has brought Australian business to the precipice of a dramatic revolution across nearly all major industry sectors. Dr Ric Simes will discuss the magnitude of digital transformation, the 18 industry sectors facing the fastest change, and what all businesses should be doing to manage the challenge and reap the rewards of technological change.
Digital Security, Privacy & Corporate Risk Management. Nick Ellsmore – Director, Delling Advisory
Information security and protection of digital assets has become one of the fundamental challenges facing modern business. Nick Ellsmore will present an overview of the main threats and concerns in the Australian context, and explore a range of options for Australian businesses to counteract these threats.
Afternoon Tea
Corporate Storytelling. Shawn Callahan – Founder and Director, Anecdote
Session Close.
Closing remarks from the Chair and introduction to final Vendor Presentation session
Special Knowledge Presentations by Exhibition Vendors – Session 2.
Formal concurrent 20 minute vendor presentations, along with informal audience networking and inspection of exhibits
End of Session Networking Cocktails
Opening Remarks from the Chair. Marilyn Forsythe – President, BPW Australia
Project Management – Introduction. Trevor Alex – Principal Consultant, Australian College of Project Management
Project Management – Beyond the Basics. Trevor Alex – Principal Consultant, Australian College of Project Management
Morning Tea
Emotional Intelligence Masterclass – Leadership, Effective Negotiation and Conflict Resolution Strategies. Chris Collingwood – Executive Coach, Inspiritive Business Consulting
The strength of your agreements, understandings and relationships can make the difference between success and failure. Chris will review the neuroscience of Emotional Intelligence and its practical application to leadership development, communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution, presenting handy insights for strengthening your self-esteem and negotiation power, including numerous tips, traps and deadlock measures to assist you in your career journey.
Special Knowledge Presentations by Exhibition Vendors – Session 3.
Formal concurrent 20 minute vendor presentations, along with informal audience networking and inspection of exhibits
Lunch
Corporate psychology – Recognising and Managing Team Dynamics. Ross Judd – Managing Director, Team Focus International
Image Doctor – Interactive Session. Imogen Lamport – Founder, Bespoke Image
An interactive session reviewing the role of visual perception in communication. Imogen will work with participants to develop strategies for conveying confidence, capability and success.
Afternoon Tea
Power Closing Keynote – Take Action! Victoria Rose – Founder, TRAINING2LIVE
Victoria is a dynamic professional speaker, trainer and public seminar leader who has helped over 9,000 people throughout Australia and New Zealand deal with the enormous variety of problems and challenges facing them in the workplace, and their personal lives, every single day. Victoria will close the conference with a motivational address featuring a range of strategies and tools to take away and put to immediate use in energising your personal and professional life!
Session Close.
Closing remarks from the Chair and introduction to final Vendor Presentation session
Special Knowledge Presentations by Exhibition Vendors – Session 4.
Formal concurrent 20 minute vendor presentations, along with informal audience networking and inspection of exhibits
Close of Conference Networking Cocktails
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