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BEA & UTS

CONFERENCE AND AWARDS 2024

OCTOBER 17 & 18 2024

UTS AERIAL FUNCTION CENTRE | SYDNEY



The BEA & UTS Conference and Awards 2024 is an event dedicated to advancing excellence in business. This annual gathering brings together industry leaders, innovators, and professionals to share insights, explore emerging trends, and celebrate achievements. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with cutting-edge content, participate in dynamic discussions, and expand their professional networks. With a focus on fostering a resilient culture, implementing sustainable measures, and embracing adaptive technology, the conference provides a platform for knowledge exchange and collaboration that drives organisational success.

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HORIZONS OF EXCELLENCE

RESILIENT CULTURE

Explore strategies and practices that promote resilience within teams, enabling them to thrive and innovate in challenging environments, fostering a robust and adaptable organisational environment.

SUSTAINABLE MEASURES

Discover innovative approaches and best practices for integrating sustainability into business operations, promoting environmental stewardship, and ensuring long-term viability and ethical responsibility.

ADAPTIVE TECHNOLOGY

Delve into cutting-edge advancements and strategies that enhance efficiency, agility, and competitiveness in a rapidly evolving digital landscape, transforming organizational capabilities and preparing businesses for future challenges.


WHAT TO EXPECT


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Day 1: Education

WORKSHOPS & NETWORKING

October 17, 2024


Kick off the conference with a half-day of interactive workshops designed to provide hands-on experience and practical knowledge. These sessions will cover a range of topics related to building resilient cultures, implementing sustainable business practices, and leveraging adaptive technology. The day concludes with our 'Meet the Sponsors' evening drinks, offering a relaxed environment to network with sponsors, industry leaders, and fellow attendees. This is the perfect opportunity to build connections and discuss the latest trends and innovations in your field.

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Day 2: Inspiration

PRESENTATIONS & PANELS

October 18, 2024


Prepare for a full day of insightful presentations, round tables, and panel discussions. These sessions will feature experts from various industries who will share their knowledge and experiences. Topics will include the latest advancements in adaptive technology, strategies for fostering a resilient organisational culture, and innovative approaches to sustainability. Engage with thought leaders, participate in dynamic discussions, and gain valuable insights that can be applied to your own organisation.

Day 2: Celebration

AWARDS NIGHT

October 18, 2024


Experience an unforgettable evening at the BEA Awards Night. This event features a sit-down dinner, where you'll dine in style while celebrating the pinnacle of Business Excellence. Network with industry leaders, innovators, and peers. ear inspiring stories from past winners and celebrate the innovation, resilience, and success within our community. It's an evening dedicated to honouring excellence and fostering connections that can drive future collaborations and growth.


AGENDA HIGHLIGHTS

Day 1: Education

WORKSHOPS & NETWORKING

October 17, 2024


Get hands-on with our workshops:

  • Operational Excellence Workshop with Bret Cavanagh and Stephanie Naidoo from Blue Crane Consulting
  • Problem Solving and Continuous Improvement with Indi Ray from Vedas Advisory
  • Harnessing AI and Business Excellence Principles to Elevate Business Performance with Mark James from Joval Group
  • Unlocking Success: High Performing Teams & Getting to Impact with Carla Beheram & Cynthia Payne from Anchor Excellence
  • Improving Effectiveness of Service Reviews with Faye Johnstone from Port Stephens Council
  • Discover the UTS Data Arena with Moira Scerri from UTS


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Day 2: Inspiration

PRESENTATIONS & PANELS

October 18, 2024


A day of inspiring sessions and discussions:


  • Thriving Local & Global Teams with Sarah and Dr. Stephen Morse
  • Sustainable Measures Panel with Cynthia Payne, David Masters, and Dale Heinken
  • Building a Holistic Voice of Customer Program to Gather Customer Insights for Continuous Improvement & Innovation with Sophie Imbert and Emma Barrett
  • Getting People to Say YES! When They Would Normally Say NO! with Lindsay Adams OAM
  • Storms on the Horizon: Our Future with Stephanie Naidoo from Blue Crane Consulting
  • Adaptive Technology Panel with Dane Eldridge, Rael Bricker, and Mohammad Rezvan
  • Playing for Resilience - The Science Behind a Playful Culture with Trudi Boatwright
  • The Role of Wisdom in Modern Leadership with Geoff Strong
  • Round Tables with Melanie Gurney, Robin Mann, and James McGregor
  • How Resource Constrained Organisations Can Tackle the Productivity Crisis with No-Code Technology with Sean Wallace from Flowingly
  • Creating Optimistic Change with Rael Bricker


Learn more about our speakers here!



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