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Mining & Resources
Close-Up: David Clarke
Dr David Clarke is Vice President and Head of Strategy at ArcelorMittal where he is responsible for development of medium to long term industry outlook, coordinating the Group’s annual strategy process, and leading projects of key strategic importance. After joining Mittal Steel in 2003 to support integration and operational improvement activities in the Group’s then…
23 Aug 2013, by Informa InsightsHealthcare
Managing and responding to the deteriorating patient
In 2012 we ran the 10th Anniversary Measuring & Reducing Avoidable Adverse Events Conference, out of which grew the concept for the upcoming Managing the Deteriorating Patient Conference, which will be held next month at the Hilton on the Park in Melbourne. Here you will find 3 papers presented at the Adverse Events Conference which…
23 Aug 2013, by Informa InsightsLeadership & Communication
Emotional intelligence ‘linked to professional success’
Emotional intelligence (EI) could be an important factor in personal and professional success, according to a new study. Research by professors at the University of Findlay in the US found a significant link between high EI and success in a chosen discipline. The study assessed the EI of black belt martial artists in comparison to…
23 Aug 2013, by Informa InsightsMining & Resources
QLD government initiatives to boost exploration success rates in Mount Isa’s greenfields regions
Exploration is vital to ensure the ongoing strength of Queensland’s mining and petroleum resource sectors. We had the chance to speak to Brad John, Chief Government Geologist at the Geological Survey of Queensland about government initiatives to attract investment for new mining and exploration projects in Mount Isa. He also shared some insights into the…
22 Aug 2013, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
Infrastructure takes the driving seat in WA’s economic future
Thank you to everyone who attended the 10th annual WA Transport Infrastructure Summit in Perth. Chaired by Jamie Bradford, Chair of CILTA (WA) and Senior Associate with Sinclair Knight Merz, this year’s conference was aptly timed a week after the WA State Budget and reinforced the role that transport infrastructure plays in securing and building WA’s…
22 Aug 2013, by Informa InsightsHealthcare
Driving effective integration and interoperability of IT systems in healthcare
The past few years has seen a move away from paper based systems in healthcare to an increased investment in health IT systems, digital medical devices and administrative systems. However, effective integration and interoperability of systems is lacking. The inaugural eHealth Interoperability Conference builds on our well established ehealth conference series and will discuss the…
22 Aug 2013, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
Close-up: Adam Bandt – Federal Member for Melbourne
With so much debate on transport and infrastructure focussing on the needs of Melbourne, Informa is fortunate to be hosting the Federal Member for Melbourne and Australian Greens Deputy Leader, Adam Bandt at the Victorian Transport Infrastructure Summit. Adam’s portfolio of responsibilities ranges from education to workplace relations, however he is particularly passionate about creating…
22 Aug 2013, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
Federal election: The transport funding commitments at a glance
The funding of transport infrastructure traditionally plays a central role in federal and state election campaigns. With only a few weeks to go until Australia is casting its vote on which party will lead the country over the next three years, we have summarised the key funding promises for road and rail infrastructure made by…
21 Aug 2013, by Informa InsightsLeadership & Communication
5 tips for speaking like a leader
Leadership skills may come naturally to some, but many people are still apprehensive about public speaking. Here are five tips for engaging your audience more effectively and honing your negotiation skills through the lectern. Be loud and clear It may seem obvious, but mumbling through your speech or presentation isn't going to inspire confidence.…
21 Aug 2013, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
NSW Transport Infrastructure summit wrap up – is rail really that “sexy”?
The NSW Transport Infrastructure summit was held on the 7th & 8th August and speakers surprised the audience by describing the 'sexiness' of rail. Here's a closer look at what was discussed. FREIGHT AND LOGISTICS There were many recurring themes at the NSW Transport Infrastructure summit but rail freight was the definite winner with majority…
20 Aug 2013, by Informa InsightsInforma Connect Australia is the nation's leading event organiser. Our events comprise of large scale exhibitions, industry conferences and highly specialised corporate training.
