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/