Member Insights

ACS Members work across industry, government, research, and education organisations. Here we share stories, showcasing the role they play in making Australia a world leader in technology talent, fostering innovation, and creating new forms of value.
In addition, this section includes information and tips on how ACS Membership can be a valuable asset, regardless of where a member is currently on their career trajectory.
Listed below are some inspiring member journeys, career tips and other articles that you'll find valuable.
- ACS Fellows Scheme - Acknowledging Those Advancing Our Industry 2021-01-22 To be awarded an ACS Fellow is one of the highest honours that ACS bestows. Read more about how you or a colleague can apply.
- Computer vision in sight to revolutionise: Hear from James Kwong, Head of Product, Unleash Live. 2021-01-15 What if a camera, combined with computer vision technology gave you actionable data in real-time? Learn from subject matter expert, James Kwong, Head of Product at Unleash Live, about this technology and the entrepreneurship journey.
- Welcome message from the Chair of the NSW BEC, Helen McHugh MACS (Snr) CP 2021-01-15 Helen McHugh MACS (Snr) CP, Chair, VSW BEC writes to our members to understand how we can be of help and assistance in 2021.
- 5 Minutes With... Rashi Jain, ACS Professional Year Member 2020-11-25 This week we sat down with outstanding ACS Professional Year Member Rashi Jain. Rashi shares with us her career aspirations, tips to keep skills updated and the impact ACS membership has had in her career.
- Get to Know Your SA BEC - Ewan Mark 2020-11-23 This week we profile Ewan Mark, in our ‘Get to Know Your ACS SA BEC’ series.
- Tasmanian IT firm and ACS Preferred Professional Partner ISW share their story of implementing New Foster Care System With Heart 2020-11-23 Tasmanian IT firm and ACS Preferred Professional Partner ISW has literally been a lifeline for foster care provider Kennerley using its case management system heart 1869.
- Active Law, Professional Program Partner and Preferred Legal Partner for QLD Branch on Managing Contract Risks 2020-11-23 Read about what constitutes a legal contract, the risks and best practises and why businesses should avoid getting into verbal agreements during COVID-19.
- Gold Coast Based Gilmore Space Technologies Announce Defense Partnership 2020-11-23 Learn about their planned expansion, benefits for the local economy and opportunities for the tech sector.
- International Student Crisis Assistance Package - Queensland Government and Study Queensland Luhrmann Appeal 2020-11-23 Read about the Queensland International Student Crisis Assistance Package announced by State Government of Queensland to help international students impacted by COVID-19.
- 5 Minutes With... Adam Goodes, CEO, Find A Job 2020-11-23 Adam Goodes, CEO, Find A Job and ACS Certified Professional Member of over 20 years shares his experience and advises other tech professionals to 'put in the work and learn the ropes from the ground up…success will come to you'.
- 5 Minutes With... Manjot Kaur, Computer Networking Graduate and ACS Member 2020-11-23 In this story we're profiling Manjot Kaur, an outstanding tech graduate from Melbourne Institute of technology. Read to find out more about her, her experience and how she utilised her ACS membership in her career journey.
- 5 Minutes With... Gregg Boalch, Director at Falls Valley Group Pty Ltd and ACS Fellow 2020-11-23 In this interview Gregg Boalch shares his experience as a tech leader and business owner, his inspiration, challenges in the tech sector and insights on how we can resolve them.
- Insurance cover: A valuable benefit of ACS membership 2020-11-23 Read more to find out about the insurance coverage ACS members get for ICT contracting/consulting activities performed as a small business outside of your PAYG job.
- Academy IT : Helping Students Begin Their IT Career Journey 2020-11-23 Academy IT, ACS Professional Partner Program Members recently delivered an IT Pre-Traineeship to a number of unemployed persons and have successfully helped 4 students getting employment. They are seeking any interest from employers that may be willing to employ a trainee under a Traineeship.
- ACS NT Branch Welcomes City of Darwin As as Professional Partners 2020-11-23 Read more about City of Darwin's recently launched myDarwin program, a digital discount initiative incentivising Darwin consumers to spend across the municipality.
- Bachelor of Commerce Students Seeking Business Problems For Capstone Project 2020-11-23 Bachelor of Commerce students at Curtin University, majoring in Business Information Systems and Business Information Technology undertake a capstone project in their final year of study. Inviting businesses in need of project assistance to nominate their project(s).
- Active Law, Professional Program Partner and Preferred Legal Partner for QLD Branch on Returning to the Workplace Post COVID-19: Navigating the Legal Issues 2020-11-23 Hear from Michelle Cowan, Senior Associate, Active Law, about the legal issues around returning to work post-COVID and key considerations for employees and employers.
- William Buck, Professional Program Partner and Preferred Accounting Partner for QLD Branch on End of Financial Year Tax Planning Tips 2020-11-23 Scott Lindeblad from ACS Qld Preferred Accounting Partner William Buck highlights the top tax planning tips for individuals and businesses to ensure you can legitimately minimise your tax.
- TAFE Queensland, ACS Professional Partner for Queensland on Free tech courses through TAFE Queensland 2020-11-23 Read to find out about a range of free education and training to support individuals, and small, medium and large businesses offered by TAFE Queensland in conjunction with the Queensland Government.
- Nicola Steel, JJP Talent Solutions on Winning interview tips for your dream ICT role 2020-11-23 Want some ideas on how to prepare well for the tech role interview of your dreams? Read winning tips in this article.
- How Steven Pereira, Branch Executive Committee Member, ACS Victoria is Finding His Way Through COVID-19 2020-11-23 In this interview, Steven shares with us how COVId-19 has impacted his work, the newer challenges and how he has overcome them. Also read to find out his advice to the young professionals.
- How Ghislaine Entwisle, BEC Member, ACS Victoria is Finding Her Way Through COVID-19 2020-11-23 In this short intreview, Ghislaine shares with us how she and her team worked through COVId-19 and what they do to stay motivated and connected.
- How Craig Horne, Immediate Past Chair, ACS Victoria is Finding His Way Through COVID-19 2020-11-23 Read to find out the changes Craig Horne made to his work life to adapt to COVID-19 challenges, his advice to the next generation about becoming financially independent and bridging skills gap for career development.
- 5 Minutes With... Lakmal Tharanga, Information Technology Graduate and ACS Member 2020-11-23 In this story we're profiling Lakmal Tharanga, an outstanding Information Technology graduate from Charles Sturt University. Read to find out more about him and his recommendations to fellow students about working having a career in IT.
- 5 Minutes With... Alex Moss - CEO Canaria Technologies 2020-11-23 Alex Moss is CEO and founder of Canaria Technologies - a Brisbane based tech startup success story. Alex and Canaria are ACS Preferred Professional Partner members and gained several major new clients after appearing on ACS' River Pitch TV series.
- William Buck, Professional Program Partner and Preferred Accounting Partner for QLD Branch on Everything Startups Need to Know About the Job Keeper Alternative Test 2020-11-23 Read more on alternative COVID-19 assistance available for entities with irregular incomes, such as startups.
- Dr Nick Tate, Vice President, Membership Boards, ACS Management Committee and Chair of CICTA on Tech professionals advocacy update -The role of ACS Queensland on the Council of ICT Associations (CICTA) 2020-11-23 Hear from Dr Tate on ACS Queensland’s work via CICTA, and the latest advocacy underway to support you as an ACS Queensland member.
- Sean Croon, IT Career Coach, CV Writer and LinkedIn Expert on How To Create A Standout LinkedIn Profile 2020-11-23 As a tech professional, now more than ever it’s an important time to put your best LinkedIn profile forward. Hear from Sean Croon, IT Career Coach, CV Writer and LinkedIn Expert on how to optimise your profile.
- Hackathon Entry Delivers Results 2020-11-23 Team #personalfaceofscience announced the launch of their website that resulted from the #flattenthecurvehack Hackathon.
- Get to Know Your SA BEC - Anastasia Kuusk 2020-11-23 This week we profile Anastasia Kuusk, FACS, SA Branch Honorary Secretary, in our ‘Get to Know Your ACS SA BEC’ series.
- Ming Johanson, WA BEC Member on The Silent Stigma of Mental Health in the Tech Industry 2020-11-23 Many of our colleagues in the digital and tech space have felt more isolated than ever with many of us cut off from our communities and industry events that keep us mentally tethered to others and away from our technology.
- ACS Launches New Learning Accelerator 2020-11-23 Members get access to new courses, prescribed learning journeys for current and future roles, vendor certification practise tests, certifications on completion and assessment of courses and recommendation for continual learning and skills development.
- Active Law, Professional Program Partner and Preferred Legal Partner for QLD Branch on The Benefits of Professional Advice 2020-11-23 Read about the benefits of good legal advice for your tech business, and Active Law's upcoming employment law webinar for tech professionals, free for ACS members.
- William Buck, Professional Program Partner and Preferred Accounting Partner for QLD Branch Launch Digital Economy Hub 2020-11-23 ACS Queensland’s Preferred Accounting Partner’s have launched their new Digital Economy Hub. Learn about their free resources, videos and articles on offer.
- Substation 33, a social enterprise of YFS, is looking for 'Investing in People' 2020-11-23 Substation 33 is a great example of the circular economy working to support the community in Logan. Read more about how you can get involved, through work experience or donating your used tech.
- ACS Career Platform - What's In It For You As A Student Member 2020-11-23 The ACS Career Platform is a tangible student member benefit, demonstrating how ACS membership can pave the way for your emerging career in tech.
- Jon Lim, Data Centre Executive and Technical Advisor for ACS Professional Partner, Wolfe IT Systems Information on A new type of Currency in Value Exchange 2020-11-23
- Dr Vivienne Conway FACS CP, Director, Web Key IT Pty Ltd on Digital Accessibility, Perceptions, Expectations and Reality 2020-11-23
- Get to Know Your SA BEC - Jo Stewart Rattray 2020-11-23 This week we profile Jo Stewart Rattray, in our ‘Get to Know Your ACS SA BEC’ series.
- 5 Minutes With... Dr James Kang, Lecturer, Edith Cowan University 2020-11-23 Dr James Kang has successfully undergone the ACS Professional Certification Program. He shares his experience and how the certificate has added value to his career.
- 5 Minutes With... Asfiya Memon, Professional Year Student 2020-11-23 Asfiya Memom is Professional Year Student from Performance Education. She shares her inspiration, experience for working in technology and also how ACS membership has helped her in her career journey.
- 5 Minutes With... Matt Lama, Tech Professional and ACS Member 2020-11-23 Matt Lama is a tech professional who moved from London to Australia. He shares his experience of undergoing skills assessment and certification with ACS.
- 5 Minutes With... Johnny Serrano MACS Snr, Global Head of IT, Groundprobe 2020-11-23 Johnny Serrano MACS Snr, Global Head of IT, Groundprobe and ACS Professional Partner Program Member of 10 years shares his experience and inspires members to “challenge the status quo” and “never stop learning”.
- Congratulations to Our Latest Certified Members 2020-11-23 ACS New South Wales congratulates all it members who have successfully been recognised as ACS Certified Professionals.
- Active Law, Professional Program Partner and Preferred Legal Partner for QLD Branch on 'Forget Me Not Terms' and Managing Contract Risks 2020-11-23 Hear from Phillipa Hooper, Senior Associate, Active Law, about key contractual terms to be mindful of and how to ensure you meet obligations.
- ACS QLD Branch on ACS Fellows Scheme 2020-11-23 Becoming recognised by ACS as a Fellow is an opportunity for us and the wider community to celebrate the leaders, pioneers and revolutionaries who have propelled the ICT industry forward.
- Empower the Next Wave of ICT Professionals by Joining the ACS ICT Gateway to Industry Schools Program 2020-11-23 Learn more about the ACS ICT Gateway to Industry Schools Program and how you can connect with local schools across Queensland.
- River City Labs Invite You to Join the Activate Program Founders Journey 2020-11-23 Join the free RCL Activate Program Demo and Pitch event, and hear the ‘why’ from an impressive line-up of startup founders.
- Minister Ferguson on His Commitment to be a Patron of the ACS Tasmania Branch 2020-11-23 ACS Tasmania would like to recognise and thank Minister Ferguson for his ongoing support and re-confirmation of his role as Patron of the Tasmanian Branch.
- ACS Western Australia Branch on ACS Fellows Scheme - Acknowledging Those Advancing Our Industry 2020-11-23 To be awarded an ACS Fellow is one of the highest honours that ACS bestows. Read more about how you or a colleague can apply.
- Student Profile: Winners of the ECU Cyber Security Scholarship Awards 2020-11-23 We put a spotlight on two ACS Student members awarded an ECU Cyber Security Scholarship. Read more about these students and why they chose a career in Cyber Security.
- 5 Minutes With... Yash Doshi, ACS Victoria Student Ambassador 2020-11-23 Yash Doshi is a Master of Information Technology Student at the Swinburne University of Technology and ACS Student Ambassador. Read more to find his interest, how he keeps his skills updates and what he does to stand out.
- 5 Minutes With... Hannah Vu, Professional Year Student and ACS Student Member 2020-11-23 Hannah is a Software Engineering graduate from the University of Canberra and an ACS Professional Year Student. She shares with us her journey in tech, what she enjoys most while working in tech and tips to make the most out of ACS membership.
- ACS Member and Professional Year Student Derani Dissanayake on Human-Computer Interaction and Ethics 2020-11-23 ACS Education had a virtual chat with PY student Derani Dissanayake, who has completed an academic research on the topic of digital legacies. In this interview, she discusses more about ethical use of technologies among elderly population and her interest in supporting it.
- 5 Minutes With... ACS SA Student Member Dinuk Nanayakkara 2020-11-23 This week we interviewed Dinuk Nayankara, a Master of Information Technology Student at the University of South Australia and ACS Student Member. Dinuk shares with us his journey, inspiration and how ACS membership is helping him in his career.
- Introducing ACS Queensland’s Preferred Tech Recruiting Partner – JJP Talent Solutions 2020-11-23 Introducing Nicola Steel, from our new Preferred Recruitment Partner JJP Talent Solutions outlining the specialised tech recruitment services JJP provide to candidates and employers, along with the ACS Queensland member benefits and discounts on offer.
- Active Law, Professional Program Partner and Preferred Legal Partner for QLD Branch on Employment Law Spotlight on Dismissal Rules 2020-11-23 Hear from Michelle Cowan, Senior Associate, Active Law, about key provisions around employment dismissals.
- William Buck, Professional Program Partner and Preferred Accounting Partner for QLD Branch on Cash Flow Forecasting in a COVID-19 World 2020-11-23 Scott Lindeblad from ACS Qld Preferred Accounting Partner William Buck provides his top tips around cash flow forecasting for your tech SME.
- Introducing ACS Queensland’s Preferred Tech Recruiting Partner – JJP Talent Solutions 2020-11-23 In this article, Nicola Steel, from our new Preferred Recruitment Partner JJP Talent Solutions talks about specialist tech recruitment services JJP provide to tech students, with special offers for ACS members
- 5 Minutes With... Tony Nudd, Robotic Process Automation Imaginator at UiPath ANZ and ACS Member 2020-11-23 In this interview Tony shares his insights and opinions on AI and trust, and his recommendations on what resources you should take advantage of as a tech professionals.
- Get to Know Your Canberra BEC - Kevin Landale 2020-11-23 This week we profile Kevin Landale, in our ‘Get to Know Your ACS Canberra BEC’ series.
- William Buck, Professional Program Partner and Preferred Accounting Partner for QLD Branch on Jobkeeper 2.0 - What Does it Mean for Your Business 2020-11-23 Read more to find a summary of the recently announced JobKeeper 2.0 provisions and what it means for your tech organisation.
- Active Law, Professional Program Partner and Preferred Legal Partner for QLD Branch on What's the Big Deal About Privacy 2020-11-23 Hear from Michelle Cowan, Senior Associate, Active Law on the essentials of privacy for your tech organisation.
- QCN Fibre – Increasing Connectivity for Regional Queensland 2020-11-23 Holly Bretherton, State Manager, ACS Queensland sat down with Derek Merdith, CEO, QCN Fibre, to talk about the plan for increasing connectivity in Queensland. Read the full interview here.
- ACS Queensland’s Preferred Tech Recruiting Partner JJP Talent Solutions on Getting Your Resume and Cover Letter to the Top of the Tech Recruitment Shortlist 2020-11-23 In this article, Nicola Steel, from our Preferred Recruitment Partner JJP Talent Solutions provides her insight into resumes and cover letters that make it to the top of the tech recruiting shortlist.
- 5 Minutes With... Ankita Sareen, ACS Graduate Member 2020-11-23 This week we sat down with ACS Graduate Member Ankita Sareen to talk about her career trajectory, things she wishes she’d have known starting out and how ACS has benefited her emerging career journey.
- ACS Queensland’s Preferred Tech Recruiting Partner JJP Talent Solutions on Getting Your Resume and Cover Letter to the Top of the Tech Recruitment Shortlist 2020-11-23 In this article, Nicola Steel, from our Preferred Recruitment Partner JJP Talent Solutions provides tech students insight into resumes and cover letters that make it to the top of the tech recruiting shortlist.
- ACS Professional Partner Program Member talks about Monash University Using AI For Good 2020-11-23 In this article, Monash University talks about how its becoming a world leaders in AI for social good.
- 5 Minutes With... Dr Kirsten Wahlstrom MACS CP 2020-11-23 This week we've interviewed Dr Kirsten Wahlstrom, Teaching and Research Academic at UniSA and an ACS member since April 2015.
- 5 Minutes With... Daniel Dovico MACS CP, Director, Computer Services & Technologies Pty Ltd 2020-11-23 Read this interview with Daniel Dovico MACS CP, Director, Computer Services & Technologies Pty Ltd to find out more about his career journey.
- 5 Minutes With... Nitesh Mehta, Professional Year Student and ACS Student Member 2020-11-23 Nitesh, an ICT Analyst in Australian National Line, shares with us his journey in tech and advises anyone looking for a career in tech to stay updated with latest technologies by reading news and articles by sources like ACS, undergo latest ICT certifications and attending professional events.
- Career Spotlight - Kshira Saagar, Group Director of Data Science and Analytics, Global Fashion Group (The Iconic) 2020-11-23 Nicola Steel, Founder, JJP Talent Solutions (our Preferred Recruitment Partner) profiles the career journey of Kshira Saagar, Group Director of Data Science and Analytics at Global Fashion Group, the parent company of The Iconic. Read on to get professional tips and guidance for career progression in Data Science.
- Active Law, Professional Program Partner and Preferred Legal Partner for QLD Branch on 'Lets Get Topical: Limiting or Excluding Liability and Managing Contract Risks' 2020-11-23 Hear from Phillipa Hooper, Senior Associate, Active Law on how to mitigate risks in contracts
- 5 Minutes With... Apurva Khemani, ACS Graduate Member 2020-11-23 This week we sat down with ACS Graduate Member Apurva Khemani to talk about her career journey so far working with Queensland Health, Queensland Centre for Mental Health Research and the QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute.
- Career Spotlight - Kshira Saagar, Group Director of Data Science and Analytics, Global Fashion Group (The Iconic) 2020-11-23 Nicola Steel, Founder, JJP Talent Solutions (our Preferred Recruitment Partner) profiles the career journey of Kshira Saagar, Group Director of Data Science and Analytics at Global Fashion Group, the parent company of The Iconic where students can get valuable tips for starting a career in Data Science.
- ACS Member Sheavy on ACS Learning Accelerator on Demand 2020-11-23 ACS Member Sheavy talks about how the ACS Learning Accelerator on Demand has enhanced her professional development and further enhanced her ICT knowledge.
- Get to Know Your Canberra BEC - Manik Mahajan 2020-11-23 This week we profile Manik Mahajan, in our ‘Get to Know Your ACS Canberra BEC’ series.
- Mike Driver, Chair, ACS Queensland BEC on Reconstitution of ACS QLD BEC 2020-11-23 Hear from Mike Driver, Chair, ACS Queensland BEC on the reconstitution of BEC and key priorities ahead.
- 5 Minutes With... Gail Bray, Director, Wyndham Tech School, Innovation and Technology 2020-11-23 In this interview with Gail, we spent some time to find out what keeps her interest in tech ticking, and the achievements and challenges that herself and the team have encountered recently.
- Get to Know Your NSW BEC - Klaus Mathias Gaertner 2020-11-23 This week we profile Klaus Mathias Gaertner,Vice Chair of the NSW Branch Executive Committee in our ‘Get to Know Your ACS NSW BEC’ series.
- Get to Know Your NSW BEC - Nikesh Lalchandani 2020-11-23 This week we profile Nikesh Lalchandani MACS CP , Chair of the NSW Branch Executive Committee in our ‘Get to Know Your ACS NSW BEC’ series.
- Congratulations to Wayne Fitzsimmons FACS on his ACS Fellowship 2020-11-23 ACS Victoria extends heartiest congratulations to Mr Wayne Fitzsimmons on his recent ACS Fellowship. Read this interview with him to find out how he began his career in ICT, an overview of the many years he has dedicated to the profession, and what becoming an ACS Fellow means to him.
- Active Law, Professional Program Partner and Preferred Legal Partner for QLD Branch on 'Top ten tips for protecting IP in Tech SMEs' 2020-11-23 Phillipa Hooper, Senior Associate, Active Law discusses her top 10 tips for intellectual property protection in tech firms.
- ACS Queensland’s Preferred Tech Recruiting Partner JJP Talent Solutions on Strategies for Remote Tech Team Leadership 2020-11-23 In this article, Nicola Steel, from our Preferred Recruitment Partner JJP Talent Solutions talks remote tech team leadership with Ben Stovold, Lead Engineer, Thoughtful Pixel.
- 5 Minutes With... Jamie Wilson and Melissa Crossman from team Cryptoloc 2020-11-23 Holly Bretherton, State Manager, ACS Queensland met with Executive Chairman and Founder Jamie Wilson and CEO Melissa Crossman to discuss their amazing 10-year journey and what’s next for team Cryptoloc.
- Chris Jeffery, Cyber Guru on My Tech Career in Review 2020-11-23 In this interview, Chris Jeffrey, Chief Guru, Cyber Guru charts his impressive career journey in tech, starting out CyberGuru as a hobby in 1997.
- ACS Queensland’s Preferred Tech Recruiting Partner JJP Talent Solutions on Strategies for Remote Tech Team Leadership 2020-11-23 In this article, Nicola Steel, from our Preferred Recruitment Partner JJP Talent Solutions talks remote tech team leadership with Ben Stovold, Lead Engineer, Thoughtful Pixel.
- ACS Members Grandshake are Hiring! 2020-11-23 Our good friends and ACS Members Grandshake have two amazing digital marketing opportunities available. Find out more about these exciting roles.
- 5 Minutes With... Jorel Basangan, ACS Student Member and Ambassador 2020-11-23 This week we sat down with outstanding ACS Student Member Jorel Basangan to talk about his career aspirations and what he's doing to stay on top of rapidly changing tech.
- Call for ACS Student Member Volunteers to act as 'Project Judges' for the First Lego League Competition 2020-11-23 Pulteney Grammar School is hosting the First LEGO League regional competition at Pulteney on Sunday 8thNovember and is looking for volunteers to act as ‘Project Judges’
- Get to Know Your Canberra BEC - Grant Hopcroft 2020-11-23 This week we profile Grant Hopcroft, in our ‘Get to Know Your ACS Canberra BEC’ series.
- 5 Minutes With... Madushi Jayasundara, ACS Professional Year Member 2020-11-23 This week we sat down with outstanding ACS Professional Year Member Madushi Jayasundara, where she opens up about her inspiration, tech mentor and tips to keep tech skills updated.
- 5 Minutes With... Beau Tydd MACS Snr CP, winner of ACS President's Award 2020-11-23 This week we feature Beau Tydd MACS Snr CP who recently received the ACS President’s Award. Read more about Beau’s impressive career journey and volunteer work supporting the ACS, our members and the wider tech community.
- Active Law, Professional Program Partner and Preferred Legal Partner for QLD Branch on When is a Contractor not a Contractor 2020-11-23 There are fine lines between the role of contractor, versus the role of employee. In this article Michelle Cowan (Senior Associate, Active Law – ACS Queensland’s Preferred Legal Partner) steps through the key differences to be aware of.
- ACS Queensland’s Preferred Tech Recruiting Partner JJP Talent Solutions on Building a Career of Substance and Meaning in Challenging Times 2020-11-23 The challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic have resulted in many people asking and reflecting on how they can find more purpose and meaning in their work. Nicola Steel, from ACS Preferred Recruitment Partner JJP Talent Solutions talks to Career Expert Edwin Trevor-Roberts, PhD and Helen Gough in this inspiring podcast on how to build a career of substance and meaning.
- ACS Queensland’s Preferred Tech Recruiting Partner JJP Talent Solutions on Building a Career of Substance and Meaning in Challenging Times 2020-11-23 The challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic have resulted in many people asking and reflecting on how they can find more purpose and meaning in their work. Nicola Steel, from ACS Preferred Recruitment Partner JJP Talent Solutions talks to Career Expert Edwin Trevor-Roberts, PhD and Helen Gough in this inspiring podcast on how to build a career of substance and meaning.
- 5 Minutes With... Calvin Mousavi, ACS Member 2020-11-23 Calvin Mousavi has been a member of ACS for 13 years. He shares his journey from a Bachelor’s Degree in Software Engineering, to roles in project management and app development, and back to further post graduate study.
- QUT BANDS and ACS Queensland Collaborate! 2020-11-23 QUT BANDS is a new and emerging student society with approximately 300 student members providing professional development opportunities for Business and Data Science students. ACS Queensland is delighted to partner with QUT Bands to sponsor a range of upcoming events in 2020/2021. Read about the important work of QUT BANDS and this exciting collaboration to support the wider data science community.
- Quantum Computing - Special Offer for ACS Members 2020-11-23 The Quantum Education Centre of Western Australia (QUECWA) was found in 2019 with the vision of popularising Quantum Physics and Computing throughout the world. QUECWA are offering a six-week, ‘Quantum Computing Familiarisation Program’ to ACS members.
- 5 Minutes With... Robin Slattery, Sales Director & CSO, TechForce Services Pty Ltd and ACS Member 2020-11-23 This week we feature Robin Slattery, Sales Director & CSO, TechForce Services Pty Ltd as he shares his ICT journey with us.
- Get to Know Your NSW BEC - Harpal Degun 2020-11-23 This week we profile Harpal Degun MACS Snr MAICD, NSW Branch Executive Committee member in our ‘Get to Know Your ACS NSW BEC’ series.
- 5 Minutes With... Pranithchander Kyatham, Winner of the Q1 ACS President's Award 2020-11-23 In this interview, ACS Victoria spoke to Pranithchander Kyatham about his future career in ICT and what winning the President Award means to him.
- Get to Know Your NSW BEC - Andrew Crawford MACS CP 2020-11-23 This week we profile Andrew Crawford MACS CP, Immediate Past Chair, NSW Branch Executive Committee member in our ‘Get to Know Your ACS NSW BEC’ series.
- Get to Know Your Canberra Branch Manager - Dr Vicki Gardiner 2020-11-23 There’s a new face in the nation’s capital, following the appointment of Dr Vicki Gardiner as ACS Canberra’s new Branch Manager. Read on to find out more about Dr Vicki Gardiner.
- 5 Minutes With... Jonathan Horne, CEO, Cyber Aware 2020-11-23 In light of Cyber Aware being named just last week as winner of the Best Cybersecurity Project, Product or Pivot for the YBF Online Startup & Innovation Awards, we sat down with Jonathan to find out more about his tech experiences, achievements and recommendations.
- ACS Member Jan Kornweibel CF FACS on Seven More AASQA Members Passing International Certified Tester Exam 2020-11-23 This news item relates how, despite a confusing year with international Corona Virus restrictions, seven neurodiverse members of the Autism Academy for Software Quality Assurance (AASQA) passed the ISTQB Certified Tester exam.
- Active Law, Professional Program Partner and Preferred Legal Partner for QLD Branch on 'Let’s Get Topical - Insolvency and Managing Contract Risk (Part 2)' 2020-11-23 Phillipa Hooper, Senior Associate, Active Law looks at the interplay between insolvency and corporations law. Phillipa discusses what this means for your tech SME contracts, considerations for due diligence and how to best manage your risk when contracting.
- William Buck, Professional Program Partner and Preferred Accounting Partner for QLD Branch on Exclusive for ACS Queensland Members - William Buck Tax and Accounting Support Offer 2020-11-23 ACS Queensland Preferred Accounting Partner William Buck is offering ACS Queensland members a range of exclusive tax and accounting packages. Whether you are seeking support with your personal tax return or require ongoing tax/accounting support in running your own tech SME, these tailored packages offer exceptional member value.
- Active Law, Professional Program Partner and Preferred Legal Partner for QLD Branch on Exclusive for ACS Queensland Members - Discounted Employment Law Health Check with Active Law 2020-11-23 ACS Queensland’s Preferred Legal Partner Active Law is offering ACS Queensland members (who employ staff or are employees) a discounted consultation about employment matters. In uncertain times, this consultation will allow you to discuss employment concerns you may have, as well as undertake an employment ‘health check’ to help point you in the right direction with regards to employment rights and responsibilities and administration. Find out more.
- ACS Queensland’s Preferred Tech Recruiting Partner JJP Talent Solutions on Working in a Tech Startup – What to Expect 2020-11-23 Nicola Steel of JJP Talent Solutions (ACS Queensland’s Preferred Recruitment Partner) talks to Peter Blyth, Former CTO at Peoplebench on what to expect when working for a tech startup.
- ACS Queensland’s Preferred Tech Recruiting Partner JJP Talent Solutions on Working in a Tech Startup – What to Expect 2020-11-23 Nicola Steel of JJP Talent Solutions (ACS Queensland’s Preferred Recruitment Partner) talks to Peter Blyth, Former CTO at Peoplebench on what to expect when working for a tech startup.
- QUT BANDS Speed Networking Event on 15 October 2020-11-23 Our good friends at QUT BANDS are holding a speed networking event open to all students on Thursday 15 October, covering careers in data science. ACS Queensland will also be attending and presenting at this event, providing information on available data science careers and how ACS membership can support your career journey in data science.
- 5 Minutes With... Samina Mobin, ACS Professional Year Member 2020-11-23 This week we sat down with outstanding ACS Professional Year Member Samina Mobin, where she opens up about her inspiration, her career journey and tips to keep tech skills updated.
- 5 Minutes With... Dr Nick Tate FACS CP, ACS Fellow and Honorary Life Member 2020-11-23 Read about Dr Tate’s ICT leadership journey here and abroad and highlights of his volunteer work at ACS.
- ACS Professional Event - Essential Legal and Accounting Advice for your Tech SME 2020-11-23 Join us for a free face-to-face member event at the Sebel Brisbane on Thursday 12 November, 5.30pm where we will take a deep-dive into fundamental accounting and legal issues for tech SMEs and consultants.
- William Buck, Professional Program Partner and Preferred Accounting Partner for QLD Branch onExclusive for ACS Queensland Members - William Buck Tax and Accounting Support Offer and Active Law Half-Price Employment Law Health Check 2020-11-23 ACS Queensland Preferred Accounting Partner William Buck and our Preferred Legal Partner Active Law are offering ACS Queensland members a range of exclusive tax, accounting and employment law packages.
- JJP Talent Solutions, Professional Program Partner and Preferred Recruitment Partner for QLD Branch on Competing For Tech Talent 2020-11-23 In this edition, Nicola Steel, Founder, JJP Talent Solutions (ACS Queensland Preferred Recruitment Partner) talks to Russell Adcock, Senior Director of Engineering, Skedulo about how to compete for the best tech talent for your organisation. Watch the short video interview.
- QUT BANDS Speed Networking Event on 15 October 2020-11-23 Our good friends at QUT BANDS are holding a speed networking event open to all students on Thursday 15 October, covering careers in data science. ACS Queensland will also be attending and presenting at this event, providing information on available data science careers and how ACS membership can support your career journey in data science.
- Get to Know Your Canberra BEC - Michael Hawkins 2020-11-23 This week we profile Michael Hawkins, Immediate Past Chair, ACS Canberra Branch Executive Committee, in our ‘Get to Know Your ACS Canberra BEC’ series.
- Get to Know Your Canberra BEC - Neill Brittliff 2020-11-23 This week we profile Neill Brittliff, ACS Canberra Branch Executive Committee Member, in our ‘Get to Know Your ACS Canberra BEC’ series.
- 5 Minutes With... Maverick Kiang, ACS Professional Year Member 2020-11-23 This week we sat down with outstanding ACS Professional Year Member Maverick Kiang. Read on to find out about his career journey, inspiration and tips to keep tech skills updated.
- ACT Political Parties Keen to Discuss the Future of Canberra’s ICT Industry with ACS 2020-11-23 Having received a copy of the 2020 Digital Pulse report, the Canberra Branch of the ACS has received invitations to discuss the report further, post-election.
- Tribute to Vale Kathleen 'Kate' Muir (19 Jan 1948 - 7 Oct 2020) 2020-11-23 This story is a tribute to Kate Muir- a true legend witha big heart. Read on to find out about her experience of working in the Public Service, the private sector, as a lecturer at the University of Canberra and supporting many women entering the ICT field.
- Are You Ready for the Increased Demand for IT Professionals in the ACT? 2020-11-23 The 2020 Digital Pulse report shows there will be increased demand for technology workers in the ACT, but what do you have to do to stand out from the crowd?
- ACS Victoria Professional Partner Box Hill Institute offering CSP Funded Cyber Security & Networking and Cyber Security Courses 2020-11-23 Box Hill Institute has secured a limited number of Commonwealth Supported places for the cyber security and networking higher education online courses. Read more to find out how you can enroll.
- ACS WA Professional Partner Web Key IT is Offering Website Accessibility 101 –1 Day Course 2020-11-23 ITACS member, Web Key are running a one-daycourse on website accessibility. find out registration and other details.
- Active Law, Professional Program Partner and Preferred Legal Partner for QLD Branch on 'Click or not to Click: Online T&Cs and how not to get caught out' 2020-11-23 Phillipa Hooper, Senior Associate, at Active Law takes a look at online terms and conditions, and common catches to be aware of.
- Lani Refiti, Advisor, Cybermetrix on Critical Infrastructure Security in Australia Has Become..Critical 2020-11-23 The Australia Cyber Security Strategy recently released in August has put the spotlight firmly on defence of Australia’s critical infrastructure assets. Lani Refiti, Advisor, Cybermetrix provides a helicopter view on key issues for the Australian cyber landscape in critical infrastructure.
- William Buck, Professional Program Partner and Preferred Accounting Partner for QLD Branch Host ACS Professional Event - Essential Legal and Accounting Advice For Your Tech SME 2020-11-23 Join us for a free face-to-face member event at the Sebel Brisbane on Thursday 12 November, 5.30pm where we will take a deep-dive into fundamental accounting and legal issues for tech SMEs and consultants.
- William Buck, Professional Program Partner and Preferred Accounting Partner for QLD Branch on Federal Budget Debrief 2020-11-23 Watch the Federal Budget debrief video update from Scott Lindeblad, Manager, William Buck - ACS Queensland’s Preferred Accounting Partner.
- Active Law, Professional Program Partner and Preferred Legal Partner for QLD Branch on 'Click or not to Click: Online T&Cs and how not to get caught out' 2020-11-23 Phillipa Hooper, Senior Associate, at Active Law takes a look at online terms and conditions, and common catches to be aware of.
- 5 Minutes With... Niharika Kargudri, ACS Professional Year Member 2020-11-23 This week we sat down with outstanding ACS Professional Year Member Niharika Kargudri. Read on to find out about her career journey, inspiration and tips to keep tech skills updated.
- Get to Know Your Canberra BEC - Shefali Sehgal 2020-11-23 Shefali provides insights on what interests her about the tech industry, how she keeps her skills up-to-date and how ACS Membership has benefitted her.
- 5 Minutes With... Michael Griffin MACS CP, ACS Member 2020-11-23 This week we sat down with outstanding ACS Member Michael Griffin MACS CP. Read on to find out Micahel's journey.
- William Buck, Professional Program Partner and Preferred Accounting Partner for QLD Branch Host ACS Professional Event - Essential Legal and Accounting Advice For Your Tech SME 2020-11-23 Join us for a free face-to-face member event at the Sebel Brisbane on Thursday 12 November, 5.30pm where we will take a deep-dive into fundamental accounting and legal issues for tech SMEs and consultants.
- Janelle Manders and Eric Flammang from William Buck (ACS Queensland’s Preferred Accounting Partner) present Deconstructing The Digital Economy Podcast 2020-11-23 In this episode Janelle Manders and Eric Flammang from William Buck discuss the fundamental business tenets that will always be relevant, regardless of the pace of digital transformation.
- Active Law, Professional Program Partner and Preferred Legal Partner for QLD Branch on Special ACS Queensland Member Offer – Half-Price Employment Law Check and Fixed Price Legal Fees for Business Sales and Purchases 2020-11-23 Active Law has released a limited-time offer of fixed price legal fees for business sales, purchases and reviews of the REIQ Business Sale contract. Find out more.
- 5 Minutes With... Ashwin Pal, ACS Member and Cyber Security Expert 2020-11-23 This week we sat down with Ashwin Pal MACS CP, Director, Cyber Security –APAC at Unisys.Read more as Ashwin discusses knowing your cyber security footprint and advises on the most common cyber security challenges facing businesses today.
- 5 Minutes With... Malinda Obeysekara, ACS Professional Year Member 2020-11-23 This week we sat down with outstanding ACS Professional Year Member Malinda Obeysekara. Read on to find out about what he enjoys about tech, career journey and tips to keep tech skills updated.
- Message from Michelle Sandford, Chair, Branch Executive Committee, ACS WA Thanking George Coldham 2020-11-23 Michelle Sandford thanks George for his service to the ACS.
- ACS WA 1962 Award Winners Announced 2020-11-23 The 1962 Award recognises the contributions of Professor Dennis Moore who brought the first stored-program digital computer to WA 58 years ago.
- Active Law, Professional Program Partner and Preferred Legal Partner for QLD Branch on When is a Contractor not a Contractor 2020-11-23 Michelle Cowan, Senior Associate, Active Law explores the differences between independent contractors versus employees, and what you need to consider in your tech SME. Don’t forget Active Law is offering a one-hour half-price employment law compliance check for $106 for ACS member organisations.
- JJP Talent Solutions, Professional Program Partner and Preferred Recruitment Partner for QLD Branch on JJP Talent Solutions Podcast – Secrets to Success with Prasanna Nagar 2020-11-23 Nicola Steel, Founder, JJP Talent Solutions (ACS Preferred Recruitment Partner), has released the latest episode of her podcast series. She speaks to Prasanna Nagar, (Data Analytics expert and Startup Co-Founder at Zivora) about his journey, lessons learned what he looks for when building his team.
- 5 Minutes With... Dulitha Piyasena AACS, ACS Member 2020-11-23 This week we interviewed Dulitha Piyasena AACS, a data-driven IT professional and Emerging Professionals Community of Practice Lead at ACS Queensland. Read more to find out more about him, his career and interests.
- Active Law, Professional Program Partner and Preferred Legal Partner for QLD Branch on When is a Contractor not a Contractor 2020-11-23 Michelle Cowan, Senior Associate, Active Law explores the differences between independent contractors versus employees, and what you need to consider in your tech SME. Don’t forget Active Law is offering a one-hour half-price employment law compliance check for $106 for ACS member organisations.
- ACS launches ACSPlus to Enable ACS Members Gain New Skills Across the data Value Chain 2020-08-18 ACS members are now able to access over $1,500 (inc GST) of new benefits that will assist members to acquire related and new skills spanning the data value chain – from analytics, marketing, governance and privacy.