Join us for an illuminating Student Panel session where records and information management students passionately share their reasons for pursuing a career in information management. In this engaging discussion, our panelists will delve into the intriguing aspects of the field, articulating why they find it both fascinating and essential.
Discover firsthand what drives these aspiring professionals as they explore the significance of information management in today's digital age. Gain insights into their personal experiences, motivations, and aspirations, and learn why they believe this profession holds immense importance in shaping the future. Join us as we explore why records and information management is not just a job, but a calling.
Whether you're a fellow student curious about potential career paths seeking inspiration or an industry professional eager to understand the next generation's perspective, this panel session promises to be a thought-provoking exploration of the importance and allure of records and information management. The Matrix cannot tell you who you are, so its time to free your mind and find your path.
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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.
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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.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/-ryan-quinlan/
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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.
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www.maggieoharas.com
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https://www.facebook.com/maggieodigitalart/
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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.
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https://linkedin.com/in/nicole-thorne-vicatos-bb20