Local Buy Conference 2024

Back due to demand from Queensland Local Government, this is your opportunity to connect with procurement professionals across the sector over 2 full days.

Wednesday afternoon kicks off with bump-in and networking, providing a wonderful chance to meet and engage with conference delegates.

The conference will span two days, with guest speakers including Olympic athlete Steven Brabury, communication and behavioural expert Anthony Laye, as well as a variety of industry experts. It's an excellent opportunity to network and participate in panel discussions and workshops. Additionally, you will also hear from several Queensland councils about current initiatives and their future plans.

We are excited to announce the Gala Dinner will take place at a stunning Brisbane Rooftop restaurant, offering the chance to mingle with delegates.

Delegate Registration Delegate Prospectus

Cost: $495.00 exl. GST per person - includes networking drinks on Wednesday afternoon, Gala dinner on Thursday evening, two full days of programming, and certificate of attendance for professional development purposes.

Attendees can network, engage in panel discussions and workshops, and learn about Queensland councils' initiatives and future plans.

WHY YOU CAN'T MISS OUT!

Learn about upcoming trends and essential topics in Queensland to stay informed about the future of procurement.
An invaluable chance to network with supplier representatives and fellow procurement experts.
Engagement with the Local Buy team and dedicated Customer Success Managers
Certificate of attendance will be given to each delegate for professional development.

CONFERENCE
DAY ONE 8TH AUGUST

Session	Speaker
Conference registrations + arrival tea and coffee	Proudly sponsored by RIOT Solutions
Welcome to Country, official welcome	Tribal Experiences
Official welcome	Emma Peters, Local Buy
Hello from the LGAQ	Alison Smith, CEO LGAQ
Negotiation skills	Ben Byth, ScotWork
Telstra: Cassowary Coast Regional Council smart bin sensors	Luke Marchant, Telstra
KEYNOTE	Anthony Laye, Communications & Behaviour Expert
Morning Tea and networking	Proudly sponsored by Ecovia Turf
Indigenous supplier panel	Adam Williams - Bunji Enterprises, Ramone Close - Nulla Office Supplies
VendorPanel - Effective Contract Management: Best Practice and Insights	Harley Tempest, VendorPanel
A word from our Gold Sponsor - Rebus Restrooms	Rebus Restrooms
Workshop - Procurement Challenges	Hosted by Emma Peters, Local Buy
Lunch and networking	Proudly sponsored by Oly Homes
Local Buy - Advancing Queensland Procurement	Mike Waterland, Local Buy
Queensland State Government - Procurement Solution	Brent Philips, Queensland State Government
Asset Management - Stop spending too much! Making software renewals simpler and more cost effective.	Pete Taylor, Data#3
Queensland Fire and Emergency Services	Cameron Cash, Director Fleet and Logistics, Asset Services Directorate
Afternoon Tea and networking
Fraud Risk in Local Government	Cecelia Christensen, Crime & Corruption Commission
Procurement Excellence - 10 Things	Peter Morichovitis, Peak Services
Wrap up day 1
Gala Dinner at The Grove Rooftop, 480 Queen Street, Brisbane	Proudly sponsored by Telstra

*Agenda may be subject to change.

CONFERENCE
DAY TWO 9TH AUGUST

Session	Speaker
Arrival tea and coffee
Welcome + Hello from Local Buy General Manager	Mike Waterland, Local Buy
Angela Lee Jenkins - Creating a healthy mind, body and workplace	Angela Lee Jenkins, Organisational Wellbeing Consultant
Probity matters - emerging issues and insights	Sonali Cordeiro, Peak Services
Small Business Commissioner - Understanding the life cycle and mindset of Queensland small businesses	Peter Maddock, Director Assistance
Morning tea and networking	Proudly sponsored by CEA
Ampol - The future of energy	Agnes McDermott, Energy Transition Leader \| B2B \| Customer Strategy
Fleet Panel	Ampol, QFES, Volvo, EVSE, hosted by Shane Grimstone
KEYNOTE	Steven Bradbury, Olympian
A word from our lunch sponsor	Smartlux
Lunch and networking + meet and greet with Steven Bradbury	Proudly sponsored by Smartlux
Hays Recruitment - Procurement staffing trends	Simon Bristow, State Director Queensland
Unconscious Bias	Steven Asnicar, Diversity Australia
LGAQ update	Alison Smith, CEO, LGAQ
Local Buy update	Jeremy Walker, Senior Engagement Manager
Conference Wrap up	Emma Peters, Local Buy
Afternoon Tea and networking. Event close.

*Agenda may be subject to change.

Sponsorship and Trade Prospectus
Sponsorship Application Exhibitor's SOLD OUT

WHY YOU CANT MISS OUT!

Back due to demand from the local government sector
80+ local council and state government procurement professionals
Networking opportunities with local government purchasers
Engagement with Local Buy team and dedicated Customer Success Managers
Trade booths located in the plenary - provides you with the opportunity to hear guest speakers and learn more about the sector
A professional development certificate will be provided to all delegates
A delegate list will be sent to all Sponsors and Exhibitors the day prior

Session	Speaker
3pm - 4pm Bump in	Sponsors and Exhbitors
3.30pm Registrations	Delegates
4pm - 6 pm Networking and welcome drinks Proudly sponsored by Project Delivery Managers	Everyone

Local Buy Conference 2024

We're excited to bring you our next conference in 2026! Check our events calendar for other events and summits throughout 2025.

Thanks to our sponsors

About the Conference

Speakers

Anthony Laye

Tim Cox MC

Katherine Fisher

Ben Byth

Brent Phillips

Adam Williams

Harley Tempest

Peter Morichovitis

Jeremy Walker

Steven Bradbury

Agnes McDermott

Steven Asnicar

Angela Lee Jenkins

Simon Bristow

Ramone Close

Cameron Bettany

Mike Waterland

Shane Grimstone

Alison Smith

Peter Maddock

Cameron Cash

Luke Marchant

Pete Taylor

Tony Sheppard

Sonali Cordeiro

Emma Peters

Delegates

Delegate Registration Delegate Prospectus

Agenda

CONFERENCE DAY ZERO 7TH AUGUST

Session

Speaker

CONFERENCE DAY ONE 8TH AUGUST

Session

Speaker

CONFERENCE DAY TWO 9TH AUGUST

Session

Speaker

Social Events

A thrilling beginning to the Local Buy Conference, where delegates and exhibitors can fully engage in the conference launch. Enjoy Happy Hour with light refreshments and beverages while exploring our exhibition stands and meeting our exhibitors and sponsors.

We are excited to announce the Gala Dinner will take place at a stunning Brisbane Rooftop restaurant, The Grove offering the chance to take in the views of the Brisbane river and mingle with councils and suppliers.

Sponsors

Special thanks to our wonderful Sponsors.

Special thanks to our wonderful Exhibitors.

Sponsorship and Trade Packages

Sponsorship and Trade Prospectus Sponsorship Application Exhibitor's SOLD OUT

CONFERENCE
DAY ZERO 7TH AUGUST

CONFERENCE
DAY ONE 8TH AUGUST

CONFERENCE
DAY TWO 9TH AUGUST

Sponsorship and Trade Prospectus
Sponsorship Application Exhibitor's SOLD OUT