When:
August 8, 2018 – August 9, 2018 all-day
2018-08-08T00:00:00+10:00
2018-08-10T00:00:00+10:00
Where:
Hilton Hotel Brisbane
190 Elizabeth St
Brisbane City QLD 4000
190 Elizabeth St
Brisbane City QLD 4000
Contact:
NESA National Conference | 8 - 9 August 2018 | Hilton Hotel Brisbane
Inspiring Progress
Building resilience and agility through focussed leadership
Days
Hours
Minutes
Who Should Attend
This conference has something for everyone in the employment services sector! Delegates will have the opportunity to attend plenary and workshop sessions that explore current issues, global trends and the broader policy environment shaping the sector. The programme will be relevant to all employment services.
"The NESA conference was a positive experience that allowed me to feel a sense of industry inclusion and recognition. This confidence will prompt me to explore new ideas and challenge my comfort zone."
- 2017 Conference Delegate
Registration Prices
CORPORATE MEMBER
Group Rate (1 - 4 people)
$
1799
PER PERSON
CORPORATE MEMBER
Group Rate (5 - 9 people)
$
1699
PER PERSON
CORPORATE MEMBER
Group Rate (10+ people)
$
1599
PER PERSON
NON-MEMBER
Full Registration
$
2249
PER PERSON
DINNER REGISTRATION
Full Registration
$
155
PER PERSON
CORPORATE MEMBER
Day Registration
$
1080
PER PERSON
NON-MEMBER
Day Registration
$
1345
PER PERSON
Our Event Speakers
Plenary Speakers
THE HON JANE PRENTICE MP
Assistant Minster for Social Services and Disability Services
THE HON ED HUSIC MP
Shadow Minister for Employment Services, Workforce Participation and Future of Work, Shadow Minister for the Digital Economy
SENATOR THE HON ZED SESELJA
Assistant Minister for Social Services and Disability Services
SIR BILL ENGLISH
Mike Symonds - MC
"Highly engaging, practical and fun!" Mike Symonds is a playful and engaging Keynote Speaker and Corporate MC who will educate, inspire and entertain you.
rOWENA mCnALLY
Independent Chair NESA
Sally Sinclair
NESA CEO
ANDREW GRIFFITHS
Andrew is a global commentator covering innovative business, customer connection and entrepreneurialism.
Professor Kristy Muir
CEO Centre for Social Impact (CSI) and member of UNSW Sydney’s Council
Michael McQueen
A multi-award winning speaker, trend forecaster and six-time bestselling author.
Kathy Kelly
Kathy Kelly reveals how bad things can happen to the best of us. Kelly’s story isn't just about loss and immense grief, it's about resilience and courage and the determination to stand up and change a broken system.
DAY 1 - Workshop Presenters and Facilitators
Chris Kerr
Recipient of the 2003 Centenary Medal for service to the disabled community WA Disability Services Commission "Count Me In" Mid-West Ambassador
Teresa Pilbeam
National Coordinator Early Days and Indigenous Liaison Programs Early Days & Indigenous Learning program
Peter De Natris
Strategic Advisor at National Disability Insurance Agency
Jonanthan Barr
Head of OECD Employment and Skills Unit, Local Employment, Skills, and Social Innovation Division (LESI)
SEAN ARMISTEAD
General Manager - Indigenous and Community Engagement at Sodexo
JODY HAMILTON
Lead Facilitator and Founder at LIFT Social Enterprise - I LIFT, You LIFT, We LIFT
Patrick Herd
Principal Consultant Community Business Australia
Paul Maguire
Principal, Maguire Consulting HR and Industrial Relations Risks
Professor John Mendoza
Director, ConNetica Adjunct Professor, Health and Sport Science, University of Sunshine Coast Adjunct Associate Professor, Medicine, Sydney University
Kylie Henderson
Founder and Managing Director Back2Work
Kerryn Kovacevic
A/g Group Manager Employment Systems Group Department of Jobs & Small Business
Peter Broadhead
Branch Manager – DES Department of Social Services
Justin Galke
A/g Director DES Reform Policy, Transition and ICT
Sandra McPhee AM
Independent Chair Employment Services Expert Advisory Panel
Martin Hehir
Deputy Secretary Department of Jobs and Small Business
Nicholas Dowie
Branch Manager Department of Jobs and Small Business Active Labour Market Assistance 2020
Chris D’Souza
Acting Branch Manager, Supported Employment Policy, Access & Engagement – Acting Department of Social Services
DAY 2 - Thursday 9th August
Vinita Godinho
General Manager Good Shepherd Microfinance
Sara Parrott
Executive Manager Corporate Responsibility – Suncorp
Dr. Abigail Powell
Senior Research Fellow, Centre for Social Impact
Maria Smith
Founder and CEO Bounce Australia
Dr Emma Campbell
CEO Federation of Ethnic Communities' Councils of Australia (FECCA)
James Weait
Managing Director Pure Insights
Sarah Kallon
Practitioner Pure Insights
Matthew Cox
Co-chair the Logan City of Choice Leadership Team.
Judith Hunter
Strategic Development Manager, YFS Ltd – ParentsNext Provider
Richard Reid
Account Manager Queensland Department of Jobs and Small Business
Gail Kerr OAM
CEO, Access Youth support, housing and social enterprise services for migrants, refugees and Australian born clients – DES Provider
Lynette Phuong
Project Manager of Digital Springboard Infoxchange
Belinda Dolan
CEO Clariti Group
NESA Awards for Excellence
Be acknowledged for industry excellence!
The Awards highlight the commitment this sector has made to improving the well-being of our community, the excellent levels of service offered and the very real successes resulting from hard work and innovation at the frontline.
MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON!
Event Details
VENUE
Brisbane Hilton Hotel
190 Elizabeth St
Brisbane City QLD 4000
WELCOME RECEPTION
Tuesday 7 August
6.30pm - 8.00pm
CONFERENCE
Wednesday 8 and
Thursday 9 August
GALA AWARDS DINNER
Wednesday 8 August
From 7.45pm
Sponsorship and Exhibition Opportunities
NESA’s 20th National Conference is an excellent opportunity to showcase your products and/or services and increase your market share and brand exposure to a captive audience from across Australia.
Meet our Sponsors and Exhibitors
alffie
alffie
alffie is passionate about creating engaging and inclusive online training that provides students with real-life skills that lead to sustainable employment.
Recently, we launched the alffie app. It takes an innovative and holistic approach to supporting our students and clients. It offers students flexible on-the-go study options, and job search and support features designed to enhance their ability to find and sustain employment. And, it allows employment consultants to quickly and easily manage their caseloads and meet their reporting requirements.
