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