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A showcase of innovation, influence and positive change
Explore the future of regional NSW and join us for a two-day showcase of innovation, influence and positive change from 21-22 February 2024 at the Inland Growth Summit - People and Place.
The Summit will shine a spotlight on ideators, thought leaders and entrepreneurs who are making inland Australia more innovative, economically vibrant and inclusive. It will showcase a variety of keynote presentations, panel discussions and networking opportunities for people interested in innovation, entrepreneurship and the future of regional NSW.
Partner with us
The 2024 Inland Growth Summit is a unique opportunity to showcase your business, connect with key decision-makers, and gain valuable exposure in the region. Don’t miss out on this chance to promote your company!
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Barry Irvin (joining virtually)
Executive Chairman, The Bega Group
Steve Guy
General Manager Planning & Projects, MAAS Group Holdings Ltd
Carol Marra
Director, Marra + Yeh Architects
Joh Leader
Founder and CEO, LeaderLife
8:30AM – 10:00AM
WELCOME & INTRODUCTION
![Steve Guy](https://inlandgrowthsummit.com.au/hubfs/IGS%202024/Steve%20Guy%20Sq.jpg)
Steve Guy, General Manager Planning & Projects, MAAS
Keynote Speaker
![Jen Cowley](https://inlandgrowthsummit.com.au/hubfs/IGS%202024/Speakers%20-%20IGS%202024/Jen%20Cowley%20Sq%20S.jpg)
Jen Cowley, Board Director, Taronga Conservation Society Australia / Freelance Writer, The Law Society of NSW
Master of Ceremonies
8:30AM – 10:00AM
10:30AM – 12:30PM
CIRCULAR & SUSTAINABILITY
![Barry Irvin](https://inlandgrowthsummit.com.au/hubfs/IGS%202024/Speakers%20-%20IGS%202024/Barry%20Irvin.jpg)
Barry Irvin, Executive Chairman, Bega Group
Keynote Speaker (joining virtually)
![Simon Wright](https://inlandgrowthsummit.com.au/hubfs/IGS%202024/Speakers%20-%20IGS%202024/Simon%20Wright%20P.jpg)
Dr Simon Wright, Senior Research Fellow, Energy and Circularity, Charles Sturt University's Gulbali Institute
Panellist
![Joe Williams](https://inlandgrowthsummit.com.au/hubfs/IGS%202024/Speakers%20-%20IGS%202024/Joe%20Williams.jpg)
Joe Williams, Co-founder, Yurruga
Panellist
![Justin Jarrett](https://inlandgrowthsummit.com.au/hubfs/IGS%202024/Speakers%20-%20IGS%202024/Justin%20Jarrett%20Sq.png)
Justin Jarrett, Owner-CEO, See Saw Wine
Panellist
10:30AM – 12:30PM
1:15PM – 3:15PM
TRAINING & EDUCATION
![Fiona Nash](https://inlandgrowthsummit.com.au/hubfs/IGS%202024/Speakers%20-%20IGS%202024/Fiona%20Nash%20Sq.jpg)
Fiona Nash, Regional Education Commissioner
Keynote Speaker
![Tom O'Dea](https://inlandgrowthsummit.com.au/hubfs/IGS%202024/Tom%20ODea.png)
Tom O'Dea, Head of nbn Local, Regional, Ruraland Remote - NSW, nbn® Australia
Facilitator
![Natalie Bramble](https://inlandgrowthsummit.com.au/hubfs/IGS%202024/Speakers%20-%20IGS%202024/Natalie%20Bramble.png)
Natalie Bramble, CEO, iClick2Learn
Panellist
![Tanya Mitchell](https://inlandgrowthsummit.com.au/hubfs/IGS%202024/Speakers%20-%20IGS%202024/Tanya%20Mitchell%20Sq.jpg)
Tanya Mitchell, President, ICPA-NSW (Isolated Children’s Parents Association)
Panellist
![Amanda Ferrari](https://inlandgrowthsummit.com.au/hubfs/IGS%202024/Speakers%20-%20IGS%202024/Amanda%20Ferrari%20Sq-1.jpg)
Amanda Ferrari, Director, Boarding Schools Expo Australia
Panellist
1:15PM – 3:15PM
3:45PM – 5:30PM
PEOPLE & COMMUNITY
![Carol Marra](https://inlandgrowthsummit.com.au/hubfs/IGS%202024/Speakers%20-%20IGS%202024/Carol%20Marra%20Sq.jpg)
Carol Marra, Director, Marra + Yeh Architects
Keynote Speaker
![Rebel Black Sq](https://inlandgrowthsummit.com.au/hubfs/IGS%202024/Speakers%20-%20IGS%202024/Rebel%20Black%20Sq.jpg)
Rebel Black, General Manager, THE RW Collection / Founder, BOWABIRDS
Facilitator
![Laureta Wallace Sq](https://inlandgrowthsummit.com.au/hubfs/IGS%202024/Speakers%20-%20IGS%202024/Laureta%20Wallace%20Sq.jpg)
Laureta Wallace, Director - Campaigns & Commercial, Regional Australia Institute (RAI)
Panellist
![Jen Medway](https://inlandgrowthsummit.com.au/hubfs/IGS%202024/Speakers%20-%20IGS%202024/Jen%20Medway%20Sq.jpg)
Jennifer Medway, General Manager, National Farmers' Federation (Regional Tech Hub)
Panellist
![Josie Howard](https://inlandgrowthsummit.com.au/hubfs/IGS%202024/Speakers%20-%20IGS%202024/Josie%20Howard%20Sq.jpeg)
Josie Howard, Director Essential Worker Attraction Program, Department of Regional NSW
Panellist
3:45PM – 5:30PM
6:30PM - 8.30PM
SUMMIT NETWORKING DINNER
![Joh Leader](https://inlandgrowthsummit.com.au/hubfs/IGS%202024/Speakers%20-%20IGS%202024/Joh%20Leader%20Sq.jpg)
Joh Leader, Founder and CEO, LeaderLife
Keynote Speaker
6:30PM - 8.30PM
8.30AM - 9:00AM
8.30AM - 9:00AM
9.00AM - 11.00AM
RURAL & REMOTE HEALTH
![Duncan Wallace](https://inlandgrowthsummit.com.au/hubfs/IGS%202024/Speakers%20-%20IGS%202024/Duncan%20Wallace%20P.jpg)
Duncan Wallace, Executive Director, SpinalCure Australia
Keynote Speaker
![Greg Sam](https://inlandgrowthsummit.com.au/hubfs/IGS%202024/Speakers%20-%20IGS%202024/Greg%20Sam.jpg)
Greg Sam, Chief Executive Officer, Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia (South Eastern Section)
Panellist
![Cath Cosgrave](https://inlandgrowthsummit.com.au/hubfs/IGS%202024/Speakers%20-%20IGS%202024/Cath%20Cosgrave_Sq.jpg)
Dr Cath Cosgrave, CEO Founder, Cath Cosgrave Consulting
Panellist
![IGS Kylie Woolcock](https://inlandgrowthsummit.com.au/hubfs/IGS%202024/Speakers%20-%20IGS%202024/IGS%20Kylie%20Woolcock%20Sq.png)
Kylie Woolcock, Chief Executive, Australian Healthcare and Hospitals Association
Panellist
9.00AM - 11.00AM
11:30AM - 1:15PM
TOURISM & HOSPITALITY
![steve-hinks](https://inlandgrowthsummit.com.au/hubfs/steve-hinks.jpg)
Steve Hinks, Director, Taronga Western Plains Zoo
Facilitator
![Lucy White](https://inlandgrowthsummit.com.au/hubfs/IGS%202024/Lucy%20White%20Sq.jpg)
Lucy White, General Manager, Destination Country & Outback NSW
Facilitator
![Tom Hancock](https://inlandgrowthsummit.com.au/hubfs/IGS%202024/Sponsors%20-%20IGS%202024/Tom%20Hancock%20Sq.png)
Tom Hancock, Owner / Influencer, Collie Hotel
Panellist
![Kellie Ferguson](https://inlandgrowthsummit.com.au/hubfs/IGS%202024/Speakers%20-%20IGS%202024/Kellie%20Ferguson.jpg)
Kellie Ferguson, General Manager, Oriana Retro Hotel and Resort
Panellist
![Angela Armstrong](https://inlandgrowthsummit.com.au/hubfs/IGS%202024/Speakers%20-%20IGS%202024/Angela%20Armstrong%20Sq.png)
Angela Armstrong, Owner/Director, Callubri Station
Panellist
11:30AM - 1:15PM
2:00PM – 3:30PM
BUSINESS SPEED NETWORKING
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The summit will conclude with a speed networking session involving summit panellists and attendees. The session provides an opportunity to network with professionals from various industries, exchange ideas, and explore potential collaborations.
2:00PM – 3:30PM