--- title: iTnews Data Forum Event Page image: https://pages.itnews.com.au/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(6)%20(1).png --- ![State_of_Data logo-nextdc](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hubfs/State_of_Data%20logo-nextdc.png) ### Data Forum ![calendar](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/calendar.png?width=100&height=100&name=calendar.png "calendar") Thursday, 20th June, 2024 ![map](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/map.png?width=100&height=100&name=map.png "map") NEXTDC Sydney Data Centre  2 Broadcast Way, Artarmon, NSW, 2064 ![clock](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/clock.png?width=100&height=100&name=clock.png "clock") 7:45am - 11:00am [REGISTRATION CLOSED](https://pages.itnews.com.au/data-forum#Register) [CONTACT TO SPONSOR](mailto:jborquaye@nextmedia.com.au) [![420199-remotelogo_h_purple-785b9d-original-1646241812](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/420199-remotelogo_h_purple-785b9d-original-1646241812.png?width=290&name=420199-remotelogo_h_purple-785b9d-original-1646241812.png "420199-remotelogo_h_purple-785b9d-original-1646241812")](https://remote.com/) [![Jamf_color](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Jamf_color.png?width=315&height=100&name=Jamf_color.png "Jamf_color")](https://www.jamf.com/) [![QualtricsXM](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/QualtricsXM.png?width=315&height=100&name=QualtricsXM.png "QualtricsXM")](https://www.qualtrics.com/au/) ![4-Apr-12-2023-12-06-40-3620-AM](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/4-Apr-12-2023-12-06-40-3620-AM.png?width=310&name=4-Apr-12-2023-12-06-40-3620-AM.png "4-Apr-12-2023-12-06-40-3620-AM") ![5-1](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/5-1.png?width=310&name=5-1.png "5-1") ![2-Apr-12-2023-12-09-38-7326-AM](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/2-Apr-12-2023-12-09-38-7326-AM.png?width=310&name=2-Apr-12-2023-12-09-38-7326-AM.png "2-Apr-12-2023-12-09-38-7326-AM") ![MicrosoftTeams-image (178)](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/MicrosoftTeams-image%20(178).png?width=1500&name=MicrosoftTeams-image%20(178).png "MicrosoftTeams-image (178)") ## Research Partner: [![QualtricsXM](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/QualtricsXM.png?width=378&height=120&name=QualtricsXM.png "QualtricsXM")](https://www.qualtrics.com/) # Proudly sponsored by [![NextDC_logo](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/NextDC_logo.png?width=161&height=120&name=NextDC_logo.png "NextDC_logo")](https://www.nextdc.com/) [![NVLogo_2D](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/NVLogo_2D.png?width=162&height=120&name=NVLogo_2D.png "NVLogo_2D")](https://www.nvidia.com/en-au/) [![Untitled design (3)-1](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(3)-1.png?width=148&height=130&name=Untitled%20design%20(3)-1.png "Untitled design (3)-1")](https://www.seagate.com/pl/pl/) [![WorldOfWorkflows-1](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/WorldOfWorkflows-1.png?width=112&height=130&name=WorldOfWorkflows-1.png "WorldOfWorkflows-1")](https://www.worldofworkflows.com/) [![Untitled design (5)-3](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(5)-3.png?width=148&height=130&name=Untitled%20design%20(5)-3.png "Untitled design (5)-3")](https://nri-anz.com/) ###### In today's digital landscape, data isn't just a by product of business operations; it's the lifeblood of decision-making and innovation. ###### For CIOs and cross-functional c-suite leaders, data provides critical insights into market trends, customer behaviours, and operational efficiency. By harnessing the power of data analytics, organisations can gain a competitive edge, drive strategic initiatives, and unlock new revenue streams. ###### However, the data deluge also means that executives need to invest in appropriate governance and protection measures to mitigate threats and meet compliance and privacy standards. ###### iTnews will host panel discussions with CIOs, CDOs, Data Analysts and Data Scientists diving into topics which are covered in the report:  ![Data security](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/security.png?width=116&height=120&name=security.png "Data security") **Data Security** ![AI](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/AI.png?width=116&height=120&name=AI.png "AI") **Data Analytics/AI** ![storage](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/storage.png?width=133&height=120&name=storage.png "storage") **Data Storage** ![gov](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/gov.png?width=128&height=120&name=gov.png "gov") **Data Governance** ## Speakers: ![30-1](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/30-1.png?width=300&height=300&name=30-1.png "30-1") **Bindu Maheshwari** Head of Data & Analytics **Hearing Australia** ![speakers DAU 1. (1)-1](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/speakers%20DAU%201.%20(1)-1.png?width=300&height=300&name=speakers%20DAU%201.%20(1)-1.png "speakers DAU 1. (1)-1") **Jess Ross** Vice President, Data & Digital Media Consulting, APAC **Media.Monks** ![21](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/21.png?width=300&height=300&name=21.png "21") **Gemma Dias** Head of Data Governance **Tyro Payments** ![speakers DAU 1. (4) (1)](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/speakers%20DAU%201.%20(4)%20(1).png?width=300&height=300&name=speakers%20DAU%201.%20(4)%20(1).png "speakers DAU 1. (4) (1)") **Darren Warner** Head of Technology **McGrath Estate Agents** ![speakers DAU 1. (9) (1)](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/speakers%20DAU%201.%20(9)%20(1).png?width=300&height=300&name=speakers%20DAU%201.%20(9)%20(1).png "speakers DAU 1. (9) (1)") **Elena Green** General Manager, Capability Consulting **NRI Australia & New Zealand** ![speakers DAU 1. (6) (1)-1](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/speakers%20DAU%201.%20(6)%20(1)-1.png?width=300&height=300&name=speakers%20DAU%201.%20(6)%20(1)-1.png "speakers DAU 1. (6) (1)-1") **David Griffiths** CISO **Northern Beaches Council** ![speakers DAU 1. (7) (1)-1](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/speakers%20DAU%201.%20(7)%20(1)-1.png?width=300&height=300&name=speakers%20DAU%201.%20(7)%20(1)-1.png "speakers DAU 1. (7) (1)-1") **Steve Martin** Head of Sales, Major Markets **NEXTDC** ![22-1](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/22-1.png?width=300&height=300&name=22-1.png "22-1") **Nick Beaugeard** Co-founder and CEO **World of Workflows** ![speakers DAU 1. (8) (1)-1](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/speakers%20DAU%201.%20(8)%20(1)-1.png?width=300&height=300&name=speakers%20DAU%201.%20(8)%20(1)-1.png "speakers DAU 1. (8) (1)-1") **Eleanor Dickinson** Associate Editor **iTnews** ![28-1](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/28-1.png?width=300&height=300&name=28-1.png "28-1") **Velvet-Belle Templeman** Publishing Director **iTnews** ![speakers DAU 1. (19)](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/speakers%20DAU%201.%20(19).png?width=300&height=300&name=speakers%20DAU%201.%20(19).png "speakers DAU 1. (19)") **More speakers to be announced!** ## Agenda | **7:45am** | Arrival, networking and breakfast | | --- | --- | | **8:30am** | Welcome address by Digital Nation Australia editor – Athina Mallis & commercial editor – Velvet-Belle Templeman | | **8:45am** | **Panel 1** – Impact of digital on Marketing/CX + audience Q&A | | **9:15am** | **Panel 2** – Impact of digital on HR/EX + audience Q&A | | **9:45am** | **Panel 3** – Impact of digital on Finance + audience Q&A | | **10:15am** | Closing remarks & networking | | **10:30am** | Finish |   | **7:45am** | Arrival, Networking and Breakfast | | --- | --- | | **8:30am** | Welcome address by Publishing Director – Velvet-Belle Templeman | | **8:40am** | **Panel 1:** Data Governance | | **9:05am** | **Panel 2:** Data Analytics and AI | | **9:30am** | **Panel 3:** Data Security | | **9:55am** | Closing remarks | | **10:00am** | Data centre tour or addtional networking |   ## Event details: ![calendar](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/calendar.png?width=100&height=100&name=calendar.png "calendar") **Thursday, 20th June 2024** ![map](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/map.png?width=100&height=100&name=map.png "map") NextDC Sydney Data Centre 2 Broadcast Way, Artarmon NSW 2064 ![clock](https://pages.itnews.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/clock.png?width=100&name=clock.png "clock") **7:45am - 11:00am** ![CRN Channel Meet 19 July 2022 by Homepix Photography 0036](https://21321196.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/21321196/hubfs/CRN%20Channel%20Meet%2019%20July%202022%20by%20Homepix%20Photography%200036.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=CRN%20Channel%20Meet%2019%20July%202022%20by%20Homepix%20Photography%200036.jpg) ![CRN Channel Meet 19 July 2022 by Homepix Photography 0110](https://21321196.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/21321196/hubfs/CRN%20Channel%20Meet%2019%20July%202022%20by%20Homepix%20Photography%200110.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=CRN%20Channel%20Meet%2019%20July%202022%20by%20Homepix%20Photography%200110.jpg) ![CRN Channel Meet 19 July 2022 by Homepix Photography 0126](https://21321196.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/21321196/hubfs/CRN%20Channel%20Meet%2019%20July%202022%20by%20Homepix%20Photography%200126.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=CRN%20Channel%20Meet%2019%20July%202022%20by%20Homepix%20Photography%200126.jpg) ![CRN Channel Meet 19 July 2022 by Homepix Photography 0133](https://21321196.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/21321196/hubfs/CRN%20Channel%20Meet%2019%20July%202022%20by%20Homepix%20Photography%200133.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=CRN%20Channel%20Meet%2019%20July%202022%20by%20Homepix%20Photography%200133.jpg) ![CRN Channel Meet 19 July 2022 by Homepix Photography 0164](https://21321196.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/21321196/hubfs/CRN%20Channel%20Meet%2019%20July%202022%20by%20Homepix%20Photography%200164.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=CRN%20Channel%20Meet%2019%20July%202022%20by%20Homepix%20Photography%200164.jpg) [CONTACT TO SPONSOR](mailto:SMcDonald@nextmedia.com.au)   I have read and accept the [privacy policy](https://www.nextmedia.com.au/privacy-policy/?__hstc=35208958.37084c7130d9403ab7803179ede1a2b8.1698197021307.1709010089311.1709012092737.281&__hssc=35208958.3.1709012092737&__hsfp=190980063), [terms and conditions](https://www.nextmedia.com.au/terms-conditions/?__hstc=35208958.37084c7130d9403ab7803179ede1a2b8.1698197021307.1709010089311.1709012092737.281&__hssc=35208958.3.1709012092737&__hsfp=190980063), and [event registration terms](https://www.nextmedia.com.au/nextmedia-event-registration-terms/?__hstc=35208958.37084c7130d9403ab7803179ede1a2b8.1698197021307.1709010089311.1709012092737.281&__hssc=35208958.3.1709012092737&__hsfp=190980063) and by submitting my email address I agree to receive the iTnews newsletter and receive special offers on behalf of iTnews Australia, nextmedia and its valued partners. *Please note: attendance is not guaranteed due to limited available seats.*