Dr Jane Lomax-Smith, sat down with us On the Couch last week to share her fascinating and diverse career history, as well as the work she is doing in her current role as Chair for the Museum Board. This was then followed by audience Q&A where Dr Lomax-Smith answered some thought provoking questions from delegates. On Behalf of IPAA SA and PwC we would like to thank Dr Jane Lomax-Smith for her insightful words as well as Nicola Craven, Director, PwC for engaging us in her role as interviewer.
It was a privilege to hear from Mr John Schutz, Chief Executive, Department for Environment and Water as he highlighted some of the highs and lows of his leadership journey. Mr Schutz shared with us some insightful advice for new leaders, as well as answering some thought provoking questions from delegates during Q&A. We would also like to thank Mr Adrian Skull, Chief Executive Officer, City of Marion for engaging us in his role as interviewer.
At the second installment of this highly succesfull event delgates had the opportunity to hear from Kristen Hansen, Director EnHansen Performance, to share her in depth insights into the neuroscience of leadership and performance. She explored the key brain-based, evidence rich strategies for improving leadership of self and others, highlighting a neuroscience backed approach to adapting to the challenges of leadership and management in the modern workplace.
In addition, Professor Deborah Blackman from the University of New South Wales shared her expertise in driving employee engagement and commitment.
The forum explored:
Participants also heard from Commissioner for Public Sector Employment Erma Ranieri about how strong and robust performance conversations can transform teams.