WHAT’S HAPPENING?
PROGRAM
*subject to change

• 9.15am

  REGISTRATIONS & WELCOME COFFEE

• 10.00am

  WELCOME TO COUNTRY

• 10.10 - 10.15am

  OPENING REMARKS

• 10.15 - 10:50am

  THE CHANGING DIGITAL LANDSCAPE WITH CHRIS WIRASINHA

  Pedestrian.tv co-founder Chris Wirasinha joins us to share the story of how he helped lead it to becoming Australia’s largest youth focused publishing brand and where he sees the digital news landscape going from here.

• 10.50 - 11.25am

  THE NEW "NEWS" WITH JONATHAN HARLEY

  From listicles to hard-hitting stories, the way we consume news has completely changed. How do we work as content producers and news consumers in this new era of the trust economy? Jonathan Harley will discuss the “new” news.

• 11.25 - 12.00pm

  FAKE NEWS THOUGHT PANEL

  Which comes first: the news chicken or the social egg? We explore the interplay between social and today’s supercharged news cycle.

  Our keynote speakers will be joined by a panel of other industry thought leaders.

  • Chris Wirasinha
  • Jonathan Harley
  • Michael Best, Channel Nine
  • Jenna Clarke, The West Australian
  • Heidi Anderson, Hit 92.9
  • Nic Hayes, Media Stable – Facilitator

• 12.00 - 1.00pm

  LUNCH

  Enjoy a long lunch on the Champions Terrace and take in the sights of the incredible grounds at Optus Stadium.

  We’ve left you plenty of time to grab a feed and check your emails and then devour the brain food on offer from Boffins Books.

• 1.00 - 1.40pm

  RIVERSIDE CHAT WITH MATT NAVARRA

  A Riverside Chat with our international keynote speaker, Matt Navarra, about the latest trends and what’s next for the major platforms.

• 1.40 - 2.15pm

  INSTAGRAM TRENDS WITH JENN HERMAN

  A deep dive into Instagram with our international keynote speaker, Jenn Herman, looking at the latest trends and how to make it work for your business.

• 2.15 - 2.45pm

  REAL TRENDS THOUGHT PANEL

  Digging beneath the latest platform and algorithm updates, we unearth what is – and will be – happening with your favourite channels.

  Our two international speakers will be joined by a panel of other industry thought leaders.

  • Matt Navarra
  • Jenn Herman
  • Matt Popkes, The Brand Agency
  • Hugh Stephens, Sked Social
  • Meg Coffey, Social Media Perth – Facilitator

• 2.45 - 3.10pm

  AFTERNOON TEA

  Keep your posture and your brain in check while you devour an afternoon treat.

  Grab your barista coffee and let our friends at Boffins Books offer up a selection of delectable brain food.

• 3.10 - 3.40pm

  IMPACT INTERACTION AND INNOVATION WITH KIM MCKAY

  Is your experience designed for influence? Founder and Director of Klick Communications, Kim McKay leads her teams to deliver groundbreaking strategic communication and marketing campaigns and joins us for a robust discussion on the future of brands.

• 3.40 - 4.25pm

  WHERE TO FROM HERE WITH CHRIS MESSINA

  Chris Messina has spent a decade living on the edge of social technology; he has created movements online and off, and acted as catalyst for change in large and small organizations. Now he joins us to share what’s next.

• 4.25 - 4.55pm

  NOW WHAT THOUGHT PANEL

  We’ll load up your cerebrum with all the intel and data you need to answer the question ‘Where to from here?’

  Our two keynote speakers will be joined by a panel of other industry thought leaders.

  • Kim McKay
  • Chris Messina
  • Meg Coffey, Social Media Perth
  • Dave Stewart, Bennett + Co
  • Charlie Gunningham, Accelerating Commercialisation – Facilitator

• 4.55 - 5.00pm

  CLOSING REMARKS

• 5.00-5.30pm

  BARK OUT SESSION

  Get your gold coins at the ready! The wonderful staff from Dogs Refuge Home will be joining us and bringing along a few of their furry buddies.

  That’s right, for a small donation, you can cuddle and pet to your hearts delight.

• 5.30 - 7.30pm

  #SMPERTH Drinks

  It’s not a true #SMPerth event without the drinks!

  We’ll gather in the Locker Room for a cold beverage or two, some more nibbles and fun as we reflect on the day that was.