Townsville | Roadshow

Mrs Nicole Thorne-Vicatos MRIM

Nicole has 23 years’ experience in public sector information and records management.  

Over this time, Nicole has led projects ranging from sentencing and archiving large volumes of files; EDRMS implementation and associated change management processes; and the creation of a federal government’s Retention and Disposal Authority - all while remaining in North Queensland.  

She is an advocate for the importance of RIM practitioners living and working in rural/remote areas and sees RIMPA Global as a key enabler for this. Nicole is a co-founder of TropiCoP – a community of practice for RIM practitioners in North Queensland.

: https://linkedin.com/in/nicole-thorne-vicatos-bb20

David New

Executive, Dyadic Consultancy

David left school at 14 for a carpentry apprenticeship, then joined the Army at 18 where he learned discipline and leadership skills. He developed a habit of lifelong learning and earned degrees in Organisational Leadership and a GradCertBusAdmin. He started Dyadic Consultancy, assisting SMEs to enter the Defence sector. His skills include strategic planning, ISO implementation, and business process improvement.

: www.dyadic.com.au
: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-new-jp/?original

Kemal Hasandedic

MBII FRIM | National Information and Records Services Manager, Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions

Kemal have been working in the profession of records and information for just shy of 40 years. He has had the pleasure of working in all 3 Government spheres. He firmly believe we are the flag bearers for information management and its various branches.

Dr Edward Phelps

Director, Secure Konnect

Dr Edward Phelps (Ed) is a technology leader and certified cyber security expert who has worked at the cutting edge of information technology for almost 20 years. Ed’s career experience spans the transformative impact of digital technology on business, from the inception of open source software and cloud computing through to the explosion of big data and analytics, automation and artificial intelligence.

: http://www.securekonnect.com/
: www.linkedin.com/in/edwardphelps

Petá Sweeney

FRIM | Information and Content Specialist, RIMPA Global

Petá Sweeney, an accomplished professional, has a rich background in the information disciplines. Her journey began as a library assistant, and over the years, she has honed her expertise through study, professional development, and extensive experience in both the public and private sectors.

Petá played a pivotal role in the whole-of-government rollout of the Queensland Public Records Act and contributed significantly to several eDRMS (electronic document and records management system) implementations. Her strategic acumen extends to information management strategy, policy development, and the creation of essential tools for effective information governance.

Currently the Information and Content Specialist at RIMPA Global, Petá brings her wealth of knowledge to the organisation. Her commitment to excellence is evident through her long-standing professional membership, recognition as a Fellow in 2013 and receiving the prestigious J Eddis Linton Outstanding Individual award in 2022.

Petá’s dedication extends beyond her professional achievements. For over a decade she actively contributed to the industry by serving on RIMPA Global Queensland’s State Government Chapter and the Branch Council, holding various roles, including Professional Development Coordinator and President. Petá’s influence also extends globally, having been a foundation member of the RIMPA Global Governance Advisory Branch Australasia before assuming the role of Vice-Chair on the RIMPA Global Board.

Petá’s passion lies in sharing knowledge and facilitating learning opportunities. She enjoys hosting students, and her engaging presence makes her a sought-after MC and presenter who embodies expertise, dedication, and a commitment to advancing the field of information management. 

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Petá Sweeney

FRIM | Information and Content Specialist, RIMPA Global

Petá Sweeney, an accomplished professional, has a rich background in the information disciplines. Her journey began as a library assistant, and over the years, she has honed her expertise through study, professional development, and extensive experience in both the public and private sectors.

Petá played a pivotal role in the whole-of-government rollout of the Queensland Public Records Act and contributed significantly to several eDRMS (electronic document and records management system) implementations. Her strategic acumen extends to information management strategy, policy development, and the creation of essential tools for effective information governance.

Currently the Information and Content Specialist at RIMPA Global, Petá brings her wealth of knowledge to the organisation. Her commitment to excellence is evident through her long-standing professional membership, recognition as a Fellow in 2013 and receiving the prestigious J Eddis Linton Outstanding Individual award in 2022.

Petá’s dedication extends beyond her professional achievements. For over a decade she actively contributed to the industry by serving on RIMPA Global Queensland’s State Government Chapter and the Branch Council, holding various roles, including Professional Development Coordinator and President. Petá’s influence also extends globally, having been a foundation member of the RIMPA Global Governance Advisory Branch Australasia before assuming the role of Vice-Chair on the RIMPA Global Board.

Petá’s passion lies in sharing knowledge and facilitating learning opportunities. She enjoys hosting students, and her engaging presence makes her a sought-after MC and presenter who embodies expertise, dedication, and a commitment to advancing the field of information management. 

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Mr Nicholas Fripp

Sales Executive, iCognition

Nicholas is a Sales Executive at iCognition and has over 20 years’ experience within the Records Management industry. Throughout these years wearing both the customer and consulting hats within various industries, assisting organisations with system procurement, design, implementation and ongoing support for both physical and electronic record keeping.

: www.icognition.com.au

Kemal Hasandedic

MBII FRIM | National Information and Records Services Manager, Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions

Kemal have been working in the profession of records and information for just shy of 40 years. He has had the pleasure of working in all 3 Government spheres. He firmly believe we are the flag bearers for information management and its various branches.

Karnika Bansal

Lecturer (Law), James Cook University

In 2023, Karnika submitted her PhD thesis in copyright law with Swinburne Law School, Melbourne, where she also taught diverse law subjects as part of their undergraduate programs since 2019. She holds an LLM in Intellectual Property (IP) from QUT, Brisbane, and a BALLB with Economic Honours from India. Formerly an IP lawyer at a law firm in New Delhi, she supported copyright and trademark litigation teams, advising music studios and IT companies on IP contracts and litigation strategies. Her research focuses on performer rights, AI-copyright convergence, indigenous IP protection, and IP commercialisation.

: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karnikabansal/

Mrs Kate Burke

Library Officer - Children's Services , Burdekin Shire Council

Kate has been working in the Library & Information Sector for 9 years, starting as a Library Trainee in 2015. She have worked in various roles in both Public and School Libraries and in Records Management for Local Government. She is currently the Children’s Services Officer at Burdekin Libraries.

Mr Ryan Quinlan

Data and Analytics Graduate , Port of Townsville

Ryan completed his Bachelor of Information Technology from James Cook University, at the end of 2022. Ryan seized a Graduate employment opportunity as a Data and Analytics Graduate at the Port of Townsville. Ryan applies his analytical skills to turn data into meaningful information for the port’s operation and decision-making processes.

: https://www.linkedin.com/in/-ryan-quinlan/

Margie O’Hara

Information and Data Officer, Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority

Margie O’Hara has worked for the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority since 2018. Outside of GBRMA she am a digital artist and children’s author, inspired by nature, travel and colour and have created my own series of works, affirmation card decks and children’s books that I ship all around the world. She also have a strong retail, customer service and business background.

: www.maggieoharas.com
: https://www.facebook.com/maggieodigitalart/

Mrs Nicole Thorne-Vicatos MRIM

Nicole has 23 years’ experience in public sector information and records management.  

Over this time, Nicole has led projects ranging from sentencing and archiving large volumes of files; EDRMS implementation and associated change management processes; and the creation of a federal government’s Retention and Disposal Authority - all while remaining in North Queensland.  

She is an advocate for the importance of RIM practitioners living and working in rural/remote areas and sees RIMPA Global as a key enabler for this. Nicole is a co-founder of TropiCoP – a community of practice for RIM practitioners in North Queensland.

: https://linkedin.com/in/nicole-thorne-vicatos-bb20

Ms Karin Gerhardt

Director - Traditional Owner Partnerships , Great Barrier Reef Foundation

Karin currently works for the Great Barrier Reef Foundation in the Traditional Owner Partnerships team and also provides evaluation, program scaling and information management expertise to the Queensland Indigenous Women Network. She sees this as an amazing opportunity to co-design with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in programs that are important to their Country (land and sea).

: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karin-gerhardt-07a7ba1

Mrs Nicole Thorne-Vicatos MRIM

Nicole has 23 years’ experience in public sector information and records management.  

Over this time, Nicole has led projects ranging from sentencing and archiving large volumes of files; EDRMS implementation and associated change management processes; and the creation of a federal government’s Retention and Disposal Authority - all while remaining in North Queensland.  

She is an advocate for the importance of RIM practitioners living and working in rural/remote areas and sees RIMPA Global as a key enabler for this. Nicole is a co-founder of TropiCoP – a community of practice for RIM practitioners in North Queensland.

: https://linkedin.com/in/nicole-thorne-vicatos-bb20

Mrs Nicole Thorne-Vicatos MRIM

Nicole has 23 years’ experience in public sector information and records management.  

Over this time, Nicole has led projects ranging from sentencing and archiving large volumes of files; EDRMS implementation and associated change management processes; and the creation of a federal government’s Retention and Disposal Authority - all while remaining in North Queensland.  

She is an advocate for the importance of RIM practitioners living and working in rural/remote areas and sees RIMPA Global as a key enabler for this. Nicole is a co-founder of TropiCoP – a community of practice for RIM practitioners in North Queensland.

: https://linkedin.com/in/nicole-thorne-vicatos-bb20