Melbourne Directions 2013 - 07/03/2013
Esri Australia’s Tour de ForceThe legendary Directions seminar series will be hitting the road again in the New Year, showcasing all things spatial at nine cities across the country. Directions 2012 saw more than 1,000 attendees and this year expect to see all the crowd favourites return - including user presentations, deep-dive technical sessions, the ArcBar, software demonstrations as well as some brand new additions such as the GeoByte sessions.
Event details:
Location: Melbourne, VIC
Registrations open from 8.00 - 9.00am.
Event concludes at 4.30pm.
Grand Hyatt Melbourne
123 Collins Street
Melbourne VIC 3000
Start Date: 07/03/2013
End Date: 07/03/2013
Event Overview
Featuring presentations from local, national and international experts; a broad array of user case studies; never-before-seen technical demonstrations; and hands-on ‘play stations’ at the ArcBar – the Directions 2013 road show is shaping up to be the most vibrant on record.
In addition to a stellar line up of presentations and networking opportunities; Directions 2013 features a new addition to the program – the GeoByte sessions. GeoBytes are 10 minute user presentations that showcase a GIS tip or trick that is delivering real benefits to a real organisation.
Highlights:
- GeoTech sessions: 30 minute presentations from our technical specialists on the latest advancements in GIS technology.
- User case studies: 30 minute presentations delivered from a range of organisations – showcasing how GIS has made a real difference to the way they operate.
- Software demonstrations – watch as our GIS experts perform some of the latest GIS tips and tricks, and take this newfound knowledge back to your workplace.
- GeoByte sessions: hear a 10 minute lightning presentation on a particular project; or discover a new GIS skill that you can share with your peers.
- ArcBar: have your GIS questions answered by one of our technologists; or test drive some of the latest GIS technology at the ArcBar.
This event is officially recognised by the Surveying and Spatial Science Institute (SSSI) and contributes towards SSSI professional certification and continuing professional development (CPD) accreditation. Attendance at this event will accrue 5 CPD points. Learn more about SSSI and the CPD Program.
Meet our speakers:
Senior Consultant, Professional Services
Adelaide
A well-respected spatial industry presenter and commentator, Gordon is considered a true veteran of the Australian GIS industry.
Manager, Industry Solutions
Gary specialises in applying GIS to business strategies and using location as a key business driver in Finance.
Consultant, Professional Services
Melbourne
An Esri Certified Desktop Associate, John's expertise extends across desktop and server GIS technology.
Senior Consultant, Professional Services
Sydney
Kellie has a finely tuned appreciation of spatial science and GIS technology, and is a highly regarded authority on the complete ArcGIS system.