Facilitator Sarah Denholm will address the Present & Speak with Impact event in Canberra and Brisbane from 18 – 20 November. Photo: Supplied.
Embracing Neurodiversity: A Workshop for Managers & Leaders
Date: 31 October – 13 November
Time: 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Location: In person
Sydney, 11 Nov | Canberra, 13 Nov
Email: [email protected]
Gain a better understanding of neurodiversity and leading neuro-inclusive teams. Learn how to create environments in which neurodiversity thrives. The number of people who identify as neurodiverse or have been diagnosed as neurodivergent is rapidly increasing, and it’s likely there are neurodivergent people on your team.
So why is an awareness of neurodiversity and the ability to lead neuro-inclusive teams so important for managers and leaders? Because with it, managers and people leaders are able to tap into individual team members’ strengths and preferences so that they feel safe and included and perform at their best. And when everyone is able to perform at their peak, you have a high-performing team.
Join us for an essential full-day workshop that will build your understanding of the unique strengths of neurodiversity, how to harness them and how to lead a psychologically safe team. Discover how embracing different cognitive styles can drive innovation, boost productivity, foster inclusivity and promote retention in the workplace.
Facilitator Patricia Falcetta is a highly experienced facilitator with more than 25 years of experience in the public and private sectors. Neurodivergent herself, she is a passionate advocate for neurodivergent people. Patricia is the founder and director of Social Living Solutions, which specialises in providing support for neurodivergent youth, families and adults.
Effective Writing for Executive Support
Date: 6 November
Time: 9 am – 4:30 pm
Location: Online
Email: [email protected]
Overview
High-impact toolkit to transform your writing skillset for support roles.
- Make your written communication more impactful and engaging.
- Write with confidence and build skills to write clearly and concisely.
- Understand common writing mistakes and how to avoid them.
- Plan and tailor your writing to your audience.
Trainer Adrian Cropley is a certified strategic communication management professional and past global chair of the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC). Widely recognised as one of the world’s foremost experts in strategic communication, Adrian is the founder of the Centre for Strategic Communication Excellence and CEO at Cropley Communication.
With a career spanning more than 30 years, Adrian has worked with clients all over the world on major change communication initiatives, internal communication reviews and strategies, professional development programs, and executive leadership and coaching.
QLD Public Sector SO-Level High-Performance & Leadership Workshop
Date: 6 – 7 November
Time: 9 am – 4:30 pm
Location: Cliftons Brisbane
Email: [email protected]
Overview
Strategic leadership skills and capability development for current and emerging Senior Officer-level leaders.
- Understand the expectations and values of an SO-level leader.
- Utilise heightened EQ to make effective, strategic decisions.
- Diagnose and proactively manage complex business and economic challenges.
- Create a leadership action plan to address your strategic challenges.
Trainer Michael Collins is one of the region’s leading talents. Michael is a leadership and change expert with more than 25 years of experience in roles across Australia, New Zealand and Asia. He has served in executive positions within the Australian Defence Force and Coca-Cola Amatil.
As a trusted adviser, thought leader, and seasoned practitioner in leadership assessment and development, Michael combines practical experience with academic insight. His credentials include an MBA and a PhD in neurocognitive leadership, allowing him to blend hands-on experience with scholarly expertise in his advisory and leadership roles.
Next-Generation AI Tools & Practices for Higher Education
Date: 6 – 7 November
Time: 9 am – 4:30 pm
Location: Online
Email: [email protected]
Overview
Boost productivity and support smarter decision-making through the effective use of AI.
- Use AI to streamline workflows, reduce manual tasks, and automate routine communications.
- Boost meeting productivity by generating clear summaries, action items, and reports automatically.
- Leverage AI to support strategic decision-making.
- Apply best-practice strategies to manage privacy, ensure accuracy, and mitigate bias.
A data and AI specialist, trainer Rabia Khan has more than 20 years’ experience, spanning Australia, New Zealand, and Europe. Rabia excels in leveraging data and evidence to enhance health outcomes and reduce disparities. She empowers people to drive positive change, make informed decisions, and amplify their impact through effective leadership, data utilisation and evidence-based strategies.
Strategic AI: Decision Support & Communications for Higher Education
Date: 7 November
Time: 9 am – 4:30 pm
Location: Online
Email: [email protected]
Overview
Unlock AI’s potential to drive smarter decisions, stronger communication and better outcomes.
- Analyse data to make informed decisions and drive business insights.
- Improve the structure and tone of reports, presentations, and speeches.
- Develop strategies to optimise web content and enhance communication.
- Address privacy and bias concerns when using AI in your role.
Trainer Rabia Khan is a public health and data specialist with more than 20 years’ experience in the global health sector, spanning Australia, New Zealand, and Europe. Rabia excels in leveraging data and evidence to enhance health outcomes and reduce disparities. She empowers people to drive positive change, make informed decisions, and amplify their impact through effective leadership, data utilisation, and evidence-based strategies.
Advanced Writing Skills for Government Workshop
Date: 7 November
Time: 9 am – 4:30 pm
Location: Cliftons Canberra
Email: [email protected]
Overview
Develop the skills to write government documents that attract minimal editing.
- Take a strategic and analytical approach with your writing.
- Improve your editing and proofreading skills.
- Fact-check and use credible sources.
- Understand the difference between misinformation and disinformation.
Trainer Adrian Cropley is a certified strategic communication management professional and past global chair of the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC). Adrian is widely recognised as one of the world’s foremost experts in strategic communication.
With a career spanning more than 30 years, Adrian has worked with clients all over the world on major change communication initiatives, internal communication reviews and strategies, professional development programs, and executive leadership and coaching.
EL1-2 Women in Leadership Masterclass & Coaching Program
Date: 12 – 13 November
Time: 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Location: Hyatt Hotel Canberra
Email: [email protected]
This fully integrated program connects theory, real-world application and coaching. Gain the skills to take on more senior and complex roles. Specifically designed for EL 1-2 officers and management, this interactive masterclass will equip you with the tools and strategies to lead with greater impact and confidently take on more senior and complex roles in the public sector.
Learn how to overcome the common internal and external barriers to success faced by women in the workplace, enhance and refine your current leadership skills, and develop new capabilities to take the next step in your career. Set a career plan, seize progression opportunities, and learn how to purposefully lead yourself, your team, and your organisation into the workplace of the future.
This course is cognisant of the APS Work Level Standards (WLS) for EL1-EL2 and is designed to reflect and align with the expectations of these roles. It will support and enhance the capabilities and behaviours required of EL1-EL2 roles.
Facilitator Kathryn Thomas has a career of more than 20 years as a management consultant and global learning leader who specialises in unlocking performance for people and their organisations. She has previously worked as a senior HR consultant for PricewaterhouseCoopers and held global and Asia-Pacific leadership roles with IBM Global Business Services.
Building Digital Trust: Securing Australia’s Digital Future
Date: 15 November – 2 December
Time: 11 am – noon
Location: Webinar
Email: [email protected]
In today’s fast-moving digital landscape, trust is no longer optional — it’s the foundation of modern government service delivery. As citizen expectations grow and technologies such as AI, cloud platforms and connected infrastructure become more pervasive, public sector agencies must embed resilience, transparency and security into every digital interaction.
This five-part national webinar series explores how government leaders can build enduring digital trust by aligning with national priorities, including the Australian Cyber Security Strategy, the Modern Defensible Architecture from the Australian Signals Directorate and Zero Trust principles. It will examine the vital role of digital trust in protecting critical infrastructure, maintaining data sovereignty and enabling secure digital transformation.
Through practical insights, emerging frameworks and real-world case studies, this series offers ICT leaders, cybersecurity professionals and transformation executives a roadmap to reduce risk, improve transparency, and elevate trust as a strategic enabler of resilience, citizen safety and innovation.
Managing Psychosocial Risk
Date: 17 – 18 November
Location: Online Masterclass: 17 – 18 November, 9:30 am – 1:30 pm
Sydney Masterclass: 27 November, 9 am – 4:30 pm
Email: [email protected]
Learn practical strategies to create a healthy workplace and meet regulatory requirements. New work health and safety (WHS) amendments, including the model Code of Practice on Managing Psychosocial Hazards, legally obligate you to manage psychosocial risks with the same rigour as physical ones.
However, simply adding burnout, stress or conflict to your traditional physical safety matrix is not a compliant or effective solution. These complex hazards are woven into your daily operations, management practices, and work design. Tackling them requires a new framework and a different set of tools.
This masterclass provides a practical, step-by-step roadmap to move beyond theory. You will learn to develop and implement a robust psychosocial risk management system, giving you the confidence to not only ensure compliance but also build a healthier, more engaged, and higher-performing team.
With more than 20 years’ experience in communications and 15 years in work health and safety, facilitator Nicole Turnbull has worked for NSW safety regulators, the workers’ compensation insurer and the Independent Review Office.
Present & Speak with Impact
Date: 18 – 20 November
Time: 9:30 am – 4 pm
Location: Canberra – 18 November
Brisbane – 20 November
Email: [email protected]
Master public speaking and communication skills. Speak with confidence, adapt with ease, and inspire with reach. Presenting and speaking with impact is a skill — one you can master.
This is a practical and participative workshop to build confidence in giving presentations and public speaking. It is designed to build your confidence and effectiveness as a presenter, no matter your experience. Whether you’re learning new techniques, refining your style, or struggling to make your message stick, you’ll discover how to connect, engage, and inspire action.
You’ll gain science‑backed tools — from persuasive storytelling and audience‑focused framing to managing nerves and optimising engagement. Through practice, feedback, and experimentation in a safe, supportive setting, you’ll polish your delivery and master techniques that you can apply immediately.
Facilitator Sarah Denholm works throughout Australia and beyond, training groups and coaching one-to-one. These high-performance programs give clients the skills and replicable tools to communicate with confidence, high engagement, and professional presence.
Sarah works with a blend of high-performance behavioural science and mindset tools and current best-practice research. She draws on many years of working with clients, as well as her experiences of being on stages herself.
