Local Buy Conference 2024
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Local Buy Conference 2024
Back due to demand from Queensland Local Government, this is your opportunity to connect with procurement professionals across the sector over 2 full days.
Wednesday afternoon kicks off with bump-in and networking, providing a wonderful chance to meet and engage with conference delegates.
The conference will span two days, with guest speakers including Olympic athlete Steven Brabury, communication and behavioural expert Anthony Laye, as well as a variety of industry experts. It's an excellent opportunity to network and participate in panel discussions and workshops. Additionally, you will also hear from several Queensland councils about current initiatives and their future plans.
We are excited to announce the Gala Dinner will take place at a stunning Brisbane Rooftop restaurant, offering the chance to mingle with delegates.
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Anthony Laye
Communication and behaviour expert
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Tim Cox MC
LGAQ, Communications Advisor
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Katherine Fisher
Crime and Corruption Commission, Director Strategic Insights and Prevention
Ben Byth
ScotWork, Managing Partner
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Steven Bradbury
Motivational speaker and Olympian
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Agnes McDermott
AMPOL, Energy Transition Leader
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Steven Asnicar
Diversity Australia, Director
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Angela Lee Jenkins
Angela Lee Jenkins, Organisational Wellbeing Consultant
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Simon Bristow
Hays, State Director Queensland
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Ramone Close
Nulla Office Supplies: Indigenous Panel
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Cameron Bettany
Volvo: Fleet Panel
Mike Waterland
Local Buy, General Manager
Shane Grimstone
Local Buy, Category Manager, Fleet
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Alison Smith
LGAQ, CEO
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Peter Maddock
Queensland Small Business Commissioner’s Office, Director of the Assistance team
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Cameron Cash
Queensland Fire and Emergency Services, Director Fleet and Logistics
Asset Services Directorate -
Luke Marchant
Telstra, Principal - Govt Strategic Growth (State and Local)
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Pete Taylor
Data#3, National Manager of Software Advisory Services
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Tony Sheppard
EVSE: Fleet Panel
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Sonali Cordeiro
Peak Services, Senior Advisor, Probity and Assurance Office
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Emma Peters
Local Buy, Head of Engagement
Delegate Registration Delegate Prospectus
Cost: $495.00 exl. GST per person - includes networking drinks on Wednesday afternoon, Gala dinner on Thursday evening, two full days of programming, and certificate of attendance for professional development purposes.
Attendees can network, engage in panel discussions and workshops, and learn about Queensland councils' initiatives and future plans.
WHY YOU CAN'T MISS OUT!
- Learn about upcoming trends and essential topics in Queensland to stay informed about the future of procurement.
- An invaluable chance to network with supplier representatives and fellow procurement experts.
- Engagement with the Local Buy team and dedicated Customer Success Managers
- Certificate of attendance will be given to each delegate for professional development.
Agenda
CONFERENCE
DAY ZERO 7TH AUGUST
Session |
Speaker |
3pm - 4pm Bump in | Sponsors and Exhbitors |
3.30pm Registrations | Delegates |
4pm - 6 pm Networking and welcome drinks Proudly sponsored by Project Delivery Managers |
Everyone |
CONFERENCE
DAY ONE 8TH AUGUST
Session |
Speaker |
Conference registrations + arrival tea and coffee | Proudly sponsored by RIOT Solutions |
Welcome to Country, official welcome | Tribal Experiences |
Official welcome | Emma Peters, Local Buy |
Hello from the LGAQ | Alison Smith, CEO LGAQ |
Negotiation skills | Ben Byth, ScotWork |
Telstra: Cassowary Coast Regional Council smart bin sensors | Luke Marchant, Telstra |
KEYNOTE | Anthony Laye, Communications & Behaviour Expert |
Morning Tea and networking | Proudly sponsored by Ecovia Turf |
Indigenous supplier panel | Adam Williams - Bunji Enterprises, Ramone Close - Nulla Office Supplies |
VendorPanel - Effective Contract Management: Best Practice and Insights | Harley Tempest, VendorPanel |
A word from our Gold Sponsor - Rebus Restrooms | Rebus Restrooms |
Workshop - Procurement Challenges | Hosted by Emma Peters, Local Buy |
Lunch and networking | Proudly sponsored by Oly Homes |
Local Buy - Advancing Queensland Procurement | Mike Waterland, Local Buy |
Queensland State Government - Procurement Solution | Brent Philips, Queensland State Government |
Asset Management - Stop spending too much! Making software renewals simpler and more cost effective. | Pete Taylor, Data#3 |
Queensland Fire and Emergency Services | Cameron Cash, Director Fleet and Logistics, Asset Services Directorate |
Afternoon Tea and networking | |
Fraud Risk in Local Government | Cecelia Christensen, Crime & Corruption Commission |
Procurement Excellence - 10 Things | Peter Morichovitis, Peak Services |
Wrap up day 1 | |
Gala Dinner at The Grove Rooftop, 480 Queen Street, Brisbane | Proudly sponsored by Telstra |
*Agenda may be subject to change.
CONFERENCE
DAY TWO 9TH AUGUST
Session |
Speaker |
Arrival tea and coffee | |
Welcome + Hello from Local Buy General Manager | Mike Waterland, Local Buy |
Angela Lee Jenkins - Creating a healthy mind, body and workplace | Angela Lee Jenkins, Organisational Wellbeing Consultant |
Probity matters - emerging issues and insights | Sonali Cordeiro, Peak Services |
Small Business Commissioner - Understanding the life cycle and mindset of Queensland small businesses | Peter Maddock, Director Assistance |
Morning tea and networking | Proudly sponsored by CEA |
Ampol - The future of energy | Agnes McDermott, Energy Transition Leader | B2B | Customer Strategy |
Fleet Panel | Ampol, QFES, Volvo, EVSE, hosted by Shane Grimstone |
KEYNOTE | Steven Bradbury, Olympian |
A word from our lunch sponsor | Smartlux |
Lunch and networking + meet and greet with Steven Bradbury | Proudly sponsored by Smartlux |
Hays Recruitment - Procurement staffing trends |
Simon Bristow, State Director Queensland |
Unconscious Bias | Steven Asnicar, Diversity Australia |
LGAQ update | Alison Smith, CEO, LGAQ |
Local Buy update | Jeremy Walker, Senior Engagement Manager |
Conference Wrap up | Emma Peters, Local Buy |
Afternoon Tea and networking. Event close. |
*Agenda may be subject to change.
A thrilling beginning to the Local Buy Conference, where delegates and exhibitors can fully engage in the conference launch. Enjoy Happy Hour with light refreshments and beverages while exploring our exhibition stands and meeting our exhibitors and sponsors.
We are excited to announce the Gala Dinner will take place at a stunning Brisbane Rooftop restaurant, The Grove offering the chance to take in the views of the Brisbane river and mingle with councils and suppliers.
Special thanks to our wonderful Sponsors.
Special thanks to our wonderful Exhibitors.
Sponsorship and Trade Prospectus
Sponsorship Application Exhibitor's SOLD OUT
WHY YOU CANT MISS OUT!
- Back due to demand from the local government sector
- 80+ local council and state government procurement professionals
- Networking opportunities with local government purchasers
- Engagement with Local Buy team and dedicated Customer Success Managers
- Trade booths located in the plenary - provides you with the opportunity to hear guest speakers and learn more about the sector
- A professional development certificate will be provided to all delegates
- A delegate list will be sent to all Sponsors and Exhibitors the day prior