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LGPro’s Annual Conference Returns In-Person in February

Victoria’s premier conference for local government professionals is returning next month for a full in-person event over two days at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre.

LGPro is bringing together top leaders and forward thinkers from within and beyond the sector to lead an interactive discussion at its 2022 Annual Conference from 23 – 24 February.

Dubbed ‘Reigniting,’ the local government member association is gearing the event toward professionals across career levels, with dedicated sessions for executive leaders through to technical professionals and officers. and a strong motivational push.

The organisation has secured Australia’s leading futurist, innovator and strategist, Steve Sammartino for the opening keynote. Steve will be delivering a high-energy address to give decision makers the understanding and motivation they need to be future proofed in 2022.

The conference will also be featuring one of Local Government’s most accomplished leaders. Local government professional and President of Melbourne Football Club – who took the team to victory in 2021 – Kate Roffey will give her public sector peers the leadership toolkit they need to navigate change.

The event will also host LGPro’s 2022 Awards for Excellence, a prestigious celebration promoting the outstanding work being undertaken and delivered by individuals and teams working across the sector.

The full program is available at lgpro.com and registrations are currently open, with discounts available until 31 January.

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