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DEPT partners with Indigenous-owned consultancy to improve First Nations tech capabilities

Technology and marketing agency DEPT Australia has announced a new partnership with Indigenous-owned consultancy Towcha, to advance tech expertise in the Indigenous communities and present new opportunities for both companies in the innovation space.

DEPT is set to support Towcha’s mission to upskill and increase tech capabilities in the Indigenous community, including cloud engineering capabilities, system architecture, AI, and web and mobile development.

(L-R): Towcha’s Alan Holmes and DEPT’s Evan Dacey

The companies said they share a vision for technological excellence, as well as a deep commitment to nurturing talent and fostering innovation within the Indigenous community.

“We are thrilled to be partnering with Towcha and look forward to a fruitful partnership, one that fosters growth, diversity, and technological empowerment,” said Evan Dacey, VP of growth, APAC, at DEPT.

“We’ve collaborated with the Towcha team on previous engagements and were blown away by their expertise and dedication.”

Towcha provides technology strategy, application development and support to corporate and government organisations in Australia, and founder and managing director, Alan Holmes, said the agency is excited to partner with DEPT.

“We can’t wait to see this partnership reach the next level. Creating a sustainable inclusive economy in Australia entails mentoring and elevating Indigenous talent,” he said.

“We’re excited to bring that vision to life with the DEPT team. We’re ready to roll!”

Both companies said they look forward to the positive change they hope to make in the Australian technology landscape.

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