You can find the full 2026 program below.
09:00
As the pace of change accelerates, so too does the scope and influence of the Executive and Personal Assistant. No longer confined to reactive support, EAs and PAs are being called on as trusted advisors, cultural leaders, and strategic enablers—often without the formal recognition that comes with a title.
Drawing on insights from working with world leaders, CEOs, and trailblazers across industries, global strategist and leadership expert Holly Ransom will explore how the skills you already have can be harnessed to create lasting impact—right now, and well into the future. This is your call to action: to lead from where you are, influence what matters, and shape what comes next.
Email overload is a significant hidden drain on executive productivity—and EAs are often caught in the middle. In a digital environment where everything is marked “urgent” and the volume never stops, managing communication isn’t just an admin task—it’s a strategic imperative.
In this highly practical session, workplace productivity expert Steuart Snooks will reveal a proven system for reclaiming time, reducing noise, and ensuring both you and your executive are able to focus on what matters most. With over 20 years of experience advising leaders and their teams, Steuart knows exactly how to turn a chaotic inbox into a high-performance engine of clarity and control. He will help bring more structure, insight, and strategy to the way information flows through your organisation.
The future of work isn’t coming—it’s already here. With AI, automation, and digital transformation accelerating across every industry, the role of the Executive and Personal Assistant is evolving faster than ever. But far from being left behind, EAs and PAs are uniquely placed to stay in front—if they know where to focus.
Dr Ben Hamer—one of Australia’s leading futurists and workforce strategists—will unpack the most important workplace trends shaping your profession. You’ll explore how technology is reshaping workflows, what skills are rising in value, and how you can stay ahead of the curve by becoming more adaptable, tech-savvy, and future-ready. This isn’t about fear—it’s about opportunity. You’ll leave with a roadmap for how to thrive in the EA role of tomorrow, starting today.
As artificial intelligence becomes more integrated into our daily workflows, the most valuable asset you bring to the table isn’t speed or efficiency—it’s your ability to think critically, solve problems, and make sound decisions in complex, fast-moving environments.
Decision-making expert Bethan Winn will draw from her upcoming book The Human Edge to help you cut through the noise and think more clearly in an age of information overload. Designed specifically for high-performing professionals navigating uncertainty, this session will explore how Executive and Personal Assistants can future-proof their role by developing one of the most sought-after skills in today’s workplace: critical thinking.
Through practical tools and frameworks, you’ll learn how to approach your work more strategically, make better decisions faster, and support your executive in high-stakes situations with clarity and confidence.
13:45
The most impactful leaders don’t always have the word ‘leader’ in their job title. Executive and Personal Assistants are uniquely placed at the intersection of people, information and decisions—making them not just operational linchpins, but powerful drivers of culture, strategy and change.
This session will be led by an accomplished EA who has gone beyond the traditional scope of the role to become a strategic force within their organisation. You’ll gain real-world insight into what it looks like to lead from behind the scenes—working closely with senior executives, mentoring other EAs, and contributing to high-level business outcomes. Whether you’re supporting one executive or an entire team, this session will help you recognise your own capacity to influence, inspire and lead—right from the seat you’re in.
After a day full of insight, tools and inspiration—what will really make the difference when you return to work tomorrow? The answer: you.
Drawing on his experience coaching elite teams, business leaders and school systems around the world, Dan will challenge you to rethink how you show up, speak up and take responsibility for the outcomes you want to see—regardless of your job title. He will explore how mindset isn’t just a buzzword—it’s your most valuable performance tool. And he’ll show how personal responsibility, intentional behaviour and a growth-focused outlook can transform not just your work, but your impact on those around you.
15:45
How do you stay motivated when the stakes are high, the expectations are endless, and there’s no finish line in sight? Executive and Personal Assistants are the quiet engines behind high-performing organisations—but too often, their own development, wellbeing, and ambitions are put on the backburner.
In this dynamic session, Jana will share the remarkable lessons from her journey across elite sport, medicine, leadership, and motherhood—and how the same mindset that fuels world champions can empower EAs and PAs to take charge of their own growth. Through powerful personal stories and performance insights, Jana will show how discipline, adaptability, and backing yourself in high-pressure situations are the keys to success—on any stage.
This is a session about breaking boundaries, building inner strength, and proving (especially to yourself) that you’re capable of more than you think.
Thank you for a wonderful experience. Thoroughly enjoyed the day. Brilliant speakers, very interesting and informative content.
Western NSW LHD