E88 - Neil Glentworth - Data for Social and Community Benefits

How governments are faring with the use of data analytics and emerging technologies compared to business organisations?

How much potential is there in the use of data to bring out social and economic benefits for the communities and businesses? What should the local governments and businesses do to make the most out of technology?

Meet Neil Glentworth

Neil’s Role as a Data and Information Leader

Neil Glentworth leads ASX listed, private, and public sector organisations with his deep understanding of digital, data, and emerging technologies across multiple sectors including natural resources and mining, defence, technology, human services, telecommunications, public safety, cyber, risk and threat management, and emergency management

Neil is the Group Chairman of nationally-recognised data and information advisory firm GWI, which he built from his kitchen table into the respected national professional services company it is now.

Today, GWI is a team of independent advisors to government, business, and communities. They solve their clients’ most perplexing problems, unlocking the potential of information and data to create business value and grow the business.?

Neil’s Other Experiences in Data and Technology

Neil is also the Executive Chair of Redman Solutions that provides a suite of consulting and technology offerings that focus on process redesign, unlocking potential in existing technology and introducing complementary technology for local governments in AUS and NZ.?

As an industry thought leader, Neil also presents as a keynote speaker in numerous industry events as a data advisor and smart communities’ specialist

Data Analytics, Society, and Smart Cities

In this exclusive analytics podcast episode, Neil shares:

• His favorite business venture of his multiple successful ones so far
• Advice to immigrants seeking to start their own business in Australia
• His role as the Group Chairman of GWI
• His drive in focusing on social, community, and public sectors
• The major areas of impact that data analytics plays within society and communities
• How public sectors should utilise data analytics to directly impact our society
• What smart cities really mean and if they are delivering as promised
• Why telling an honest story with data is important
• Advice for the local government and private sectors around the world who want to build smart cities

More Links:

Find out more about Neil

LinkedIn:

• https://www.dhirubhai.net/in/neilglentworth/

Website:?

• https://www.neilglentworth.com/ ?

Organisations:?

• https://www.gwi.com.au/ ?
• https://www.redmansolutions.com.au/ ?
• https://mates4mates.org/ ?

In the News:

• https://businessinbrisbane.com.au/2021/08/how-small-businesses-can-stay-on-the-front-foot-of-digital-transformation/ ?
• https://inqld.com.au/news/2020/10/22/parties-urged-to-do-more-to-improve-queenslands-digital-performance/ ?
• https://www.themandarin.com.au/98699-why-we-need-a-clear-vision-for-a-smart-nation-of-australia/ ?
• https://burnetttoday.com.au/news/2021/05/21/break-the-fast-to-business-growth/ ?
• https://www.outbackaerodrone.com.au/blog/2018/7/13/outback-aerodrone-welcomes-data-expert-neil-glentworth-to-the-program ?
• https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/business/the-economy/council-should-emulate-netflix-and-offer-ratepayers-choice-says-data-expert-20181030-p50cu7.html ?

Speaking Events & Presentations:?

• https://www.rcoe.com.au/leadin-2022 ?
• https://westechfielddays.com.au/whats-on/innovations/ ?
• https://wqac.com.au/assembly2021-presentations ?
• https://www.clubsqld.com.au/Web/Events/Event_Display.aspx?EventKey=210622_RDC&WebsiteKey=e71906e5-63fd-4f3a-aa61-cd9c5a1aa86c ?
• https://webcast2.gigtv.com.au/Mediasite/Play/fae0dba000af4506b98b6ff4f7913a691d?catalog=5812a0030a574dd99c91edb52f12291c21 ?

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