# Event Details - **Event Name**: Public Sector Innovation Champion Training - Became a Change Agent - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 27 Nov, 2025 at 09:00 am – Fri, 28 Nov, 2025 at 05:00 pm - **Event Description**: Get ready to become a superhero of change in the public sector - join our training to unleash your innovation champion skills!About this EventTired of innovation theatre, buzzwords, and “be innovative” without tools or time? This hands-on, two-day workshop gives public sector professionals a practical playbook to drive real change — without waiting for permission.You’ll walk away withA step-by-step Innovation Playbook tailored for governmentProven methods (Design Thinking, Lean Startup) adapted for the public sectorPractical techniques to get buy-in up, down, and sidewaysRapid prototyping approaches using no-code and AIA plan to ship and scale what works (and stop what doesn’t)A Certificate of Completion and access to a supportive communityWho should attendPublic servants, policy & program leads, service designers, PMs, data/tech teams, internal consultants, and anyone tasked with delivering better outcomes with limited resources.Why learn with Steve GlaveskiReal startup & scale experience: Founded multiple ventures; taken ideas from zero to seven figuresProven methodology: Author of Time Rich and Employee to Entrepreneur with practical frameworksGlobal recognition: HBR contributor; SXSW keynote speaker; programs delivered in 40+ citiesPublic sector impact: Designed and ran innovation programs for federal, state, and local agencies across AustraliaContent & reach: 10,000+ students trained; 1M+ podcast downloads; 500+ published articlesAgenda (2 Days)Day 1 — Forget the Old Playbook: Foundations & Buy-InUnlearning bureaucracy; making innovation everyone’s jobBuilding buy-in: selling innovation up, down, and sidewaysProcess audit: spotting blockages and sacred cowsFinding real problems worth solving (inside & outside the building)All the ways government can innovate (internal teams, partnerships, startups, citizens, venture approaches)Productivity & speed with AI: doing more with lessDay 2 — Tools, Tactics & Shipment: From Idea to ImpactDesign Thinking & Lean Startup for the public sectorRapid prototyping: no-code, AI, & low-cost testsLive experiment: validate with stakeholders in hours, not monthsWinning over blockers & championsScaling what works with a repeatable playbookShip it or it didn’t happen: commitments & next stepsWhat’s included (Full package)Two days of live training with Steve (AUD $1,950 value)Paperback copies of Employee to Entrepreneur & Time Rich (AUD $50 value)Access to SteveGPT (expert bot trained on Steve’s corpus) (AUD $950 value)1:1 Coaching with Steve (4 × 30-min) (AUD $1,000 value)Private Slack community for 12 months (AUD $995 value)Certificate of Completion (AUD $95 value)Innovation Playbook (online guide) (AUD $950 value)Total value: AUD $5,990 — Your price (Early Bird): AUD $995Tickets & pricingEarly Bird — AUD $995 (save $5,000) — ends Monday, 8 September 2025 (AEDT)Standard — AUD $1,295 (available after Early Bird, if seats remain)Team Bundle (4+) — AUD $995 per person (email for invoice)Capacity strictly limited to 50 to maximize interaction and coaching.What you’ll learn (learning outcomes)Diagnose innovation blockers and design a pragmatic change roadmapRun lightweight experiments that reduce risk while speeding deliveryApply AI/no-code tools to prototype and validate solutions quicklyCreate stakeholder maps and win buy-in with evidence, not hypeBuild a repeatable playbook for ongoing innovation in your unitTestimonials (Government)“Overwhelmingly positive. Leaders had their eyes opened and thinking challenged.” — Amy Hollings, Org Dev Lead, Yarra Ranges Council“Dedication to improving customer experience was evident in the work delivered.” — Sasha Lord, Executive Officer CX, City of Whittlesea“We’re excited to see the innovative ideas this program brings to life.” — Amanda Stapledon, Former Mayor, City of CaseyClients include: ASIC, Melbourne Water, City of Glen Eira, Yarra Ranges Council, City of Casey, Liverpool City Council, City of Ballarat, City of Marion, City of Burnside, Greater Western Water, Coliban Water, Water Corporation, AASW, SouthWest HHS, and more.Practical detailsDates & times: Thu–Fri, 27–28 Nov 2025, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM AEDTLocation: Melbourne CBD (venue shared post-registration)Catering: Coffee/tea & light lunch includedBring: Laptop for hands-on exercisesFAQsWill I get a certificate? Yes — digital certificate included.Is this only for “innovation” roles? No. It’s designed for anyone who needs to deliver change.Do I need technical skills? No. We use plain-English methods, plus demos of simple no-code/AI tools.What if I need an invoice or PO? We can invoice your department. Contact us after checkout.Accessibility? The venue is wheelchair accessible; live captions available on request (please note at checkout). Making inclusivity explicit in the listing helps attendees know they’re welcome. EventbriteRefund policyWe offer refunds up to 7 days before Day 1 or free transfer to a colleague at any time. Listing your policy clearly in the event description and ticket details improves trust and reduces disputes. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/melbourne/public-sector-innovation-champion-training-became-a-change-agent/100001558112459309 - **Event Categories**: workshops, business, art, theatre, literary-art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 948.98, max: 2113.71, currency: AUD ## Event venue details - **city**: Melbourne - **state**: VI - **country**: Australia - **location**: Ground floor, 500 Bourke St - **lat**: -37.8151461 - **long**: 144.9589294 - **full address**: Ground floor, 500 Bourke St, 500 Bourke Street, Melbourne, Australia ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Public Sector Innovation Champion Training - Became a Change Agent - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/71492551a3eb340cc808223e5c37429628c53f83863e9184c13925c844f3fcdf-rimg-w1200-h800-dc2a4d5f-gmir.jpg?v=1758543611 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Public Sector Innovation Champion Training - Became a Change Agent being held? - **A:** Public Sector Innovation Champion Training - Became a Change Agent takes place on Thu, 27 Nov, 2025 at 09:00 am to Fri, 28 Nov, 2025 at 05:00 pm at Ground floor, 500 Bourke St, 500 Bourke Street, Melbourne, Australia. - **Q**: Who is organizing Public Sector Innovation Champion Training - Became a Change Agent? - **A:** Public Sector Innovation Champion Training - Became a Change Agent is organized by Metarise. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Public Sector Innovation Champion Training - Became a Change Agent is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Melbourne, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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