Erlene Graanoogst: Leadership Tips on Purpose,…
Erlene, Executive General Manager of Operation Excellence at the Australian Financial Complaints Authority, has built a career defined by purpose-driven leadership, resilience, and the ability to cultivate diverse, high-performing teams. She leads with openness, encouragement and passion. Through her career as COO/Head of Operations, she has led Change, Transformation, and Business Management across global financial hubs, including Amsterdam, New York, and Sydney.
How to Build Resilient Teams
Our LinkedIn poll revealed a startling figure - 41% felt stressed at work very often, with only 9% saying they rarely felt stressed.
Rebecca Meli: Leadership Tips from a Hands-On CTO
From building computers at 16 to leading major organisational transformations as a Chief Technology Officer, Rebecca has crafted a career grounded in technical depth, leadership resilience, and a strong people-first philosophy. With over two decades of experience spanning IT support, infrastructure, team leadership, and strategic transformation, Rebecca’s journey is defined by her belief that technical credibility, clear communication, and adaptability are core to effective leadership in tech.
Tanya Graham: Leadership Tips for Digital…
With a career spanning operational leadership, transformation, consulting, and technology-driven change, Tanya Graham has built an impressive portfolio of leadership experience across multiple industries. Now the Group Executive-Digital & Transformation at iCare, Tanya leads corporate strategy, customer experience, technology, digital data and analytics, and transformation—an end-to-end leadership role that combines her expertise in strategy execution and business transformation.
Punam Saikia: Leadership Tips for Data-Driven…
Keys to Success: Resilience, Curiosity, and ConnectionWith over 20 years of experience driving digital transformation across some of Australia’s leading organisations, Punam Saikia stands as a powerful example of innovation and leadership in the technology sector.
Tanya Whiteing: Leadership Tips for Technology
Keys to Success: Teams, Tenacity, and Staying True to YourselfTanya Whiteing is the Chief Information Officer at Indara Digital Infrastructure, bringing over 25 years of experience in Information Systems and Technology. She has built a career that spans both consulting and corporate leadership, including senior roles at Boral and George Weston Foods. Throughout her career, Tanya has led high-performing teams, managed complex environments, and fostered cultures where people can thrive and deliver meaningful impact.
Stevie-Ann Dovico: Leadership Tips for Tech and…
With a career spanning consulting, banking, digital transformation, and technology leadership, Stevie-Ann Dovico has carved out a unique and unconventional path to the C-suite. Now serving as Chief Information Officer (CIO) at Beyond Bank, she leads its end-to-end technology strategy, overseeing everything from IT operations to AI innovation.
Niki Drysdale: Leadership Tips for Project and Change…
Driving Transformation Through Leadership, Adaptability, and StrategyWith 18 years of experience spanning project management, business analysis, service delivery, and change leadership, Niki Drysdale has built a career on driving transformation across industries. Her expertise spans state and local government, construction, property development, mining, healthcare, oil and gas, software vendors, higher education, and the not-for-profit sector.
Morgan McKinley Tokyo 20th Anniversary: A Celebration…
“You have entrusted us with your most precious resource- your people. You have allowed us to stand beside you through your journeys of growth, transformation, and success. You have challenged us, believed in us, and, in doing so, helped shape the very foundations of our own firm. Without you- we’d likely all be stuck at our local bar Kamikaze in Kamiyacho!”- Lionel Kaidatzis, Managing Director, Morgan McKinley Japan
What the Data Says: Is Hybrid Work the Key to Employee…
Hybrid working; essential for a better work-life balance, or productivity inhibitor?
Jo Tornatore-Gallo: Leadership Tips for Risk and…
With over 20 years of experience in financial services, Jo Tornatore-Gallo is a highly regarded risk leader, specialising in governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance. As Managing Director & Chief Risk Officer, Australia at the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC), Jo is responsible for providing independent oversight of risk across business platforms, ensuring resilience and stability in an increasingly complex financial environment.
Data Governance in an AI World - with Gemma Dias
Gemma Dias is a seasoned senior leader in data governance and management, renowned for her ability to spearhead data-driven transformations. As the Head of Data Governance at Tyro Payments, Gemma brings a wealth of experience from previous leadership roles at Canva and Optus. Her expertise encompasses crafting robust data strategies, implementing effective frameworks, and leading high-performing teams. Known for her exceptional talent in translating complex technical concepts into practical business solutions, Gemma has consistently delivered transformative value to organisations.