Diversity in Cyber Security: Insights on the retention of women in the workplace - Jacqui Loustau - Episode 139
This thought-provoking episode invites Jacqui Loustau, AWSN Executive Director, Australian Women in Security Network, Professor Matthew Warren, Director of the RMIT Centre of Cyber Security Research and Innovation, RMIT who tackle the pressing issue of diversity in Australia’s cybersecurity sector, featuring Jacqui Loustau and Professor Matthew Warren. They discuss the current under-representation of women—just 17% of the workforce—and examine the barriers, including gender pay gaps and limited career advancement, that hinder progress. Through insights from a recent study, they highlight practical solutions like flexible work arrangements, mentorship programs, and innovative training initiatives aimed at closing the gap and building a more inclusive cybersecurity workforce. Tune in to learn how collaboration between industry and government is driving change. Jacqui Loustau, AWSN Executive Director, Australian Women in Security Network, Professor Matthew Warren, Director of the RMIT Centre of Cyber Security Research and Innovation, RMIT For more great insights head to www.PublicSectorNetwork.co
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Space - The Final Frontier: A Case Study on Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital - Stewart Wong - Episode 138
In this engaging episode, we hear from Stewart Wong, Vice President of Strategy, Sustainability and Communications, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, as he takes us on a creative and candid journey through one of the hospital’s most ambitious challenges: space optimisation during rapid growth. Blending Star Trek metaphors with real-world strategy, Stewart shares how Holland Bloorview responded to a post-pandemic staffing boom, disorganised booking systems, and mismatched clinical workspaces—transforming the chaos into a cohesive, people-first space strategy. From establishing governance and principles to engaging teams in meaningful co-design, this story is about much more than bricks and mortar. It’s about building culture, community, and clarity—without a capital expansion. Tune in for practical lessons on innovation, leadership, and turning constraints into catalysts for change. Stewart Wong, Vice President of Strategy, Sustainability and Communications, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital For more great insights head to www.PublicSectorNetwork.co
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Teams, Talent and Diversity | How to Recruit, Retain and Build Top Teams - Natalie Bekis - Episode 137
In our latest episode, Natalie Bekis, Assistant Secretary Health Workforce Planning and Strategies Branch, Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care, Fiona Notley, Chief Operating Officer, and Vice President, RMIT delve into the pressing issue of the technology skills shortage in Victoria, unpacking the challenges and opportunities that come with building a resilient, future-ready workforce. It explores how partnerships between the tertiary education sector and the public sector can strengthen the talent pipeline, ensuring that Victoria has the right skills to meet its digital demands. Our listeners will also gain insights into how the Victorian Government can build a strong Employee Value Proposition (EVP) that attracts and retains top talent—from crafting compelling job ads to investing in meaningful employee development. Finally, the episode examines how the public sector can strike the right balance between technology and human resources to optimise workflows and deliver better outcomes for Victorians. Natalie Bekis, Assistant Secretary Health Workforce Planning and Strategies Branch, Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care, Fiona Notley, Chief Operating Officer, and Vice President, RMIT For more great insights head to www.PublicSectorNetwork.co
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Shared Ambitions, Different Roads: Lessons from Nova Scotia’s Integrated Approach to Modernizing Healthcare - Krista Jangaard - Episode 136
This episode features Dr. Krista Jangaard, President and CEO of IWK Health Centre in Nova Scotia, sharing how her organisation is navigating one of the most ambitious healthcare transformations in the province's history. Dr. Jangaard reflects on what it means to modernise health systems in a time of volatility and opportunity—from integrating digital tools like "YourHealthNS" and a provincial health record, to tackling big issues like staffing, infrastructure, and patient access. She also unpacks Nova Scotia’s Action for Health strategy, exploring how real-world listening tours, system-wide collaboration, and governance reform are helping shape a more inclusive, data-informed, and people-centred future for care delivery. Expect honest lessons on leadership, the pitfalls of “shiny object syndrome,” and why transformation in healthcare is about balance—moving faster where possible, while pausing to reflect where it matters most. Krista Jangaard President and CEO, IWK Health For more great insights head to www.PublicSectorNetwork.co
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Determining & Detailing Your 2025 Strategic Plan - Episode 135
In this panel discussion, leaders from Colorado public sector sit down together and discuss what their priorities are in 2025 and beyond, and how to ensure they are successful. Heather Weir, Senior Director of Strategy, Performance and Admin Office, Colorado Governor’s Office of Information Technology Andrea Day, Senior Information Technology Director, Customer Office, Colorado Governor’s Office of Information Technology Morgan Reed, AWS Executive Government Advisor, Amazon Web Services Moderator: Len Zheleznyak, Lead of Value, Strategy, and Innovation for State and Local Government Google Cloud. For more great insights head to www.PublicSectorNetwork.co
The Public Sector Podcast features live talks, exclusive interviews and roundtables with public sector thought leaders from around the world. This podcast is presented by Public Sector Network, a social enterprise designed to help governments network, benchmark and establish best practice on a global scale through events, online networks and content created for public servants seeking knowledge and fresh insights.
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