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Upcoming events

    • 25-Jul-2024
    • 09:00
    • 12-Dec-2024
    • 13:00
    • Online
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    Help your new Managers and Team Leaders get the skills and knowledge they need to become truly successful leaders.

    Enrolments for this open leadership course have closed. However, if you are interested in the program, please submit an expression of interest

    Have you promoted high-performing individuals into Team Leader and Supervisor roles only to find they are 'just average' as leaders? While they have outstanding technical skills, most haven't got the leadership skills they need to succeed in their new role.

    Top performers often struggle in the transition to leadership. They find it hard to delegate, can't understand why people aren't as motivated as they are, and get frustrated when others don't perform tasks to their standard. They often avoid difficult conversations because they fear the other person's reaction and don't know how to handle it.

    To make matters worse, while many feel out of their depth, they don't want to admit this to their boss and look like a failure, which only exacerbates the problem.

    EMERGING LEADERS MATTER

    Western Sydney Business Connection and World Class Teams have partnered to bring you the Open Leadership Accelerator Program. In 6 x 4-Hour live and interactive online sessions you can equip your new managers with the five essential skills they need to transition into being genuine and successful leaders:

    1.  Fire Up Your Team
    2.  Game Changing Communicator
    3.  Elevated EQ
    4.  Change Catalyst
    5.  WorkSMART




    Program Details

    This program will be delivered by Diana Tapp in 6 x 4-hour online sessions, from 9.00am - 1.00pm
    All course materials will be provided for you.

    Session 1: Thursday 25th July 2024
    Session 2: Thursday 22nd August 2024
    Session 3: Thursday 19th September 2024
    Session 4: Thursday 17th October 2024
    Session 5: Thursday 14th November 2024
    Session 6: Thursday 12th December 2024


    Course Presenter

    Diana Tapp, CEO of World Class Teams

    This highly interactive course is presented by Diana Tapp, CEO of World Class Teams. Diana is Australia’s #1 High Performance Team Consultant and author of the book “Unleash Your Team's Potential”.

    World Class Teams' practical tools and techniques have been developed and honed over 15 years working with some of Australia’s most innovative and prestigious companies such as Linfox, Commonwealth Bank, Merlin Entertainments and Cathay Pacific Airways.


    Cost

    Connection Members and Guests: $2,200 + GST per person

    Non Member Rate: $2,200 + GST per person


    How To Register Your Interest

    To register your interest for the Open Leadership Accelerator Course, please fill out the expression of interest form by clicking the 'Register Your Interest' button above.

    Alternatively. feel free to contact the Events Team at events@wsbc.org.au if you have any questions or need further information about the course.


    This Leadership Course is presented in collaboration with 


    • 24-Oct-2024
    • 11:00 - 14:30
    • Governors Ballroom, PARKROYAL Parramatta, 30 Phillip Street, Parramatta NSW 2150
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    Discover how Western Sydney is leading the way in solving Australia’s skills shortage. Proudly presented in conjunction with The University of Sydney, this Luncheon will highlight the importance of developing local talent and equipping the next generation with the skills needed to thrive in an evolving and expanding economy. Attendees will engage in meaningful discussions, exchange ideas, and explore opportunities to drive innovation and sustainable growth through education and industry-focussed training.

    The Connection’s Business Leader Luncheon is one of our most popular and anticipated events. It offers a valuable opportunity to engage with key business figures, peers, and organisations from across Western Sydney.

    Network with professionals, industry leaders, and decision-makers, fostering connections that can elevate your business. This is your chance to position your organisation for success in Western Sydney’s evolving economy.

    Seats are limited, so secure yours now and join the conversation shaping the future of the region!


    Speakers

    Professor Robyn Dowling  |  University of Sydney  |  Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, School of Architecture, Design and Planning 

    Robyn Dowling is a Professor in the School of Architecture, Design and Planning at the University of Sydney. She holds a B.Ec (Hons) from the University of Sydney, and MA and PhD degrees from the University of British Columbia, Canada. She is acknowledged as one of Australia’s foremost scholars of cities, known for developing theoretically and empirically deep understandings of urban life, and how cities can meet the challenges of technology and climate change. She is an elected Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences Australia and a Fellow of the Royal Society of New South Wales, and in 2024 was awarded the Griffith Taylor Medal for her contributions to geography. Robyn is passionate about improving the student experience in built environment degrees. Having spent her formative years in Mt Druitt, she is also a passionate advocate for the transformations that higher education can bring to individuals and communities.


    Divina Eather  |  Eather Group  |  Marketing Manager

    Divinia Eather is a passionate representative and second generation of the family business Eather Group, sharing the company’s sustainability and diversity achievements across major infrastructure projects in New South Wales. She has featured as a keynote speaker at conferences, forums, and summits across Australia, as well as a guest lecturer for universities, demonstrating the merits of Eather Group’s circular economy model. 






    Theresa Collignon  |  Macquarie Community College  |  CEO

    Theresa Collignon believes in the empowering force of education and life-long learning as a catalyst for creating better futures.

    Theresa is approaching her tenth anniversary as the CEO of Macquarie Community College. She has more than 30 years of local and international not-for-profit education experience, including TAFE National Scholarships Foundation; The Smith Family; AFS Student Exchange Australia; AFS-USA; Securities Institute of Australia; and Australian Graduate School of Management. Theresa has also worked in for-profit consulting, retail and FMCG companies.

    Theresa has extensive experience in not-for-profit Governance, including as a director of the MCC Group Boards, more than six years of service on the CCA Board and more than ten years as a Director of SDN Children's Services. Theresa has a Master of Business Administration, Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing), is a Graduate of the AICD, and has completed a Diploma of Financial Markets.


    Theo Psychogios  | Deloitte  |  Partner

    Theo Psychogios is a Partner within the Strategy, Risk and Transactions group at Deloitte who focuses on providing services to public and private sector organisations. He has a broad background in economic, policy and strategy advisory, delivering advice across a range of sectors, including infrastructure and transport, education, health, IT and telecommunications, water, energy and property. Theo has been a lead advocate for the economic and social development of Western Sydney, starting with the ground-breaking Shaping Future Cities – Designing Western Sydney report which provided an economic blueprint for the region’s sustainable and equitable growth. His work has influenced government decisions on the Western Sydney Airport, Metro West and Metro Greater West, the Westmead Innovation Precinct, Bradfield Aerotropolis, Western Sydney City Deal, the renewal of regional town centres, along with renewed investment in arts, sports, education and health infrastructure across the region.


    Event Format

    11.00am

    Member/Guest Registration, Networking, Pre-Lunch Drinks & Barista Coffee

    12.30pm

    Keynote Presentations and Panel Discussion (includes a 2 course lunch)

    2.30pm

    Official Close



    Cost

    Platinum Partners: 8 complimentary seats

    Construction Connect & Gold Members: 5 complimentary seats

    Silver Members: 4 complimentary seats

    Charity Partners: 3 complimentary seats

    Bronze Members: 1 complimentary seat

    Small Business Members: $150 + GST per person

    Additional Member Seats: $150 + GST per person

    Non Member Seats are available for this event: $230.00 + GST per person


    Charity Partner Program

    $5.00 from every ticket sold at this event will be donated to three of our Charity Partners: Children's Medical Research Institute, Northcott Disability Services and Ronald McDonald House Charities Greater Western Sydney.  


    This event is proudly supported by:

     


    Click here for Event Terms & Conditions

    • 30-Oct-2024
    • 11:00 - 12:00
    • Online
    Register


    Join us for an insightful must-attend Webinar, “Debunking How a Powerful Employee Value Proposition Plays Our Across The Employee Lifecycle." with Rarekind's Recruitment Consultants, Gemma O'Neill-Douglas and Olivia Ellerman, and HumanX.

    Learn the truth behind the Employee Value Proposition and how it can drive success throughout the employee lifecycle. From attracting top talent to boosting retention, this session will break down what an effective Employee Value Proposition looks like in 2024 and explore its growing importance across various industries. Discover actionable strategies to strengthen your Proposition and unlock its full commercial potential. Don't miss out on this chance to enhance your workforce strategy!


    You'll discover:

    • Re-Defining What An Employee Value Propositions Looks Like In 2024
    • The Current Buzz Around Employee Value Propositions Across All Industries
    • Leveraging Your Employee Value Proposition To Find The Right Talent
    • Amplifying Your Employee Value Proposition For Employee Retention
    • Understanding The Commercial Impact Of Employee Value Propositions


      Webinar Details

      Date: Wednesday 30th October, 2024

      Time: 11.00am to 12.00pm 

      Where: Online

      Cost: Free


      Webinar Presenters 

      Gemma O'Neill-Douglas  |  Recruitment Consultant - Western Sydney, Rarekind

      Gemma’s expertise in Customer Service, Finance, Administration, Sales and Marketing, HR and Executive recruitment is valuable to jobseekers chasing career development and employers wanting access to deeper pools of exceptional local talent. Her professional networks are key to her success across all sectors including government, industrial, Not For Profit, large corporates and SME’s.

      Her secret sauce? A blend of confidence and a competitive edge that propels her forward. Throughout her career, Gemma has built strong client relationships, tackling their recruitment puzzles head-on. She’s not satisfied with surface-level solutions; instead, she digs deeper to unearth the perfect fit. Gemma’s skills extend beyond recruitment—she’s a master at relationship building, ensuring both clients and candidates feel heard, valued, and understood.


      Olivia Ellerman  |  Recruitment Consultant, Rarekind

      Olivia brings outstanding technical knowledge and engineering networks in particular to our Rarekind clients. Olivia’s passion lies in connecting exceptional talent with their long-term career paths. Her approach starts with genuine conversations, exploring the “what if’s” and “what abouts.” She digs deep, trusts her intuition, and asks lots of questions—forming a comprehensive picture of each candidate’s values, aspirations, and next big gig. She is a respected and well-connected recruiter with ready access to unique people, most of whom you won’t find on job boards. This discerning hard-to-find talent is Olivia’s passion and expertise. Olivia’s high attention to detail and authentic approach sets her apart in today’s competitive market. Working alongside her is a privilege, and people look up to her as an outstanding leader and mentor.


      Natalie Hong  |  HumanX


      This webinar is proudly supported by: 



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