Upcoming Events

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Unlocking the Chair Role: Practical Insights for Aspiring Leaders (Online Training)

Date: Thursday, 8 October 2026
Time: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm AEDT
Presenter: Andrew Gosbell, Associations Advisor, Associations Forum

This interactive online workshop explores governance responsibilities, productive board leadership, effective decision-making, CEO relationships and challenging conversations. You’ll learn how to build trust, navigate diverse perspectives, strengthen board cohesion and support leadership beyond the meeting room. Topics will include: The Chair’s role in governance and leadership Enabling productive meetings and great decision making in the boardroom Leading your Association beyond board meetings Ideal…

Why Good IT Projects Fail Before They Even Begin: How Leadership Decisions Cause It)

Date: Wednesday, 14 October 2026
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm AEDT
Presenter: Tammy Ven Dange, Strategic IT Advisor for Associations and NFPs, Roundbox Consulting

Learn how association leaders can strengthen technology decisions, governance, and investments to reduce risks and deliver successful digital transformation outcomes.

NSW Association Lunch

Date: Thursday, 15 October 2026
Time: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm AEDT
Venue: Nexia Australia | Level 22, 2 Market Street, Sydney NSW 2000 Topic: Finance Transformation for Associations Presenter: Lester Wills, Partner - Audit & Assurance, Nexia Australia

Join us for our exclusive NSW Association Lunch in partnership with Nexia.

Building Sustainable Cyber Awareness With Your Membership (Webinar)

Date: Monday, 19 October 2026
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm AEDT
Presenter: Rutland Smith, Proprietor, Harvey Norman Technology for Business

Cyber security awareness is most effective when it is ongoing and integrated into everyday member engagement - not treated as a one-off initiative. As cyber risks continue to evolve, associations play an important role in helping members build awareness, confidence, and resilience over time.

VIC Association Lunch

Date: Tuesday, 20 October 2026
Time: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm AEDT
Venue: Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (Clarendon Room A) | 1 Convention Centre Pl, South Wharf VIC 3006 Topic: Leading for Membership: What Actually Drives Engagement Presenter: Ian Thomas, Chief Executive Officer, The Institution of Surveyors Victoria

Join us for our exclusive VIC Association Lunch in partnership with Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.

Strategic Planning (Webinar)

Date: Wednesday, 21 October 2026
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm AEDT
Presenter: Lewis Kaplan, Associations Advisor, Associations Forum

All associations need a plan; yet developing a plan is sometimes more difficult than needed due to overcomplicated methodology and poor follow-up. Associations Forum has facilitated hundreds of planning sessions and will share what works and what doesn’t.

Your Webinar Has More to Give: Turn Recordings into Member Value and New Revenue (Webinar)

Date: Thursday, 22 October 2026
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm AEDT
Presenter: Glen Luttrell, Lead Solutions Engineer and Lucas Pevy, Senior Sales Executive, D2L

Associations produce valuable learning content every day through webinars, events and professional development sessions. But once the recording ends, much of that expertise can remain underused. In this practical session, Lucas Pevy and Glen Luttrell from D2L will explore how associations can transform existing webinar recordings into engaging, accessible and reusable online learning experiences. They will demonstrate how AI-powered and modern learning tools can help teams caption and structure recordings,…

Events Special Interest Group (Online)

Date: Tuesday, 27 October 2026
Time: 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm AEDT
Topic: Addressing Key Event Challenges

The Events Special Interest Group is an opportunity for Associations Forum members to share ideas, strategies and challenges with their peers in the association sector.

CEO Collaboration Series

Date: Tuesday, 3 November 2026
Time: 9:00 am - 10:30 am AEDT
Venue: GPT Space&Co Darling Park - Ground Floor, 201 Sussex St, Tower 1, Sydney NSW 2000

The CEO Collaboration series brings association CEOs together regularly for open, trusted discussions on the key issues shaping their organisation and the sector. Facilitated by Associations Forum, these structured yet conversational sessions provide a confidential space to share challenges, exchange insights and strengthen leadership capability.

CEO Collaboration Series

Date: Wednesday, 4 November 2026
Time: 9:00 am - 10:30 am AEDT
Venue: Melbourne Town Hall, 90–130 Swanston Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3000 (Room: Gate)

How to Run an Effective Board Meeting - for Chairs and Company Secretaries (Online Training)

Date: Tuesday, 10 November 2026
Time: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm AEDT
Presenter: Andrew Gosbell, Associations Advisor, Associations Forum

This interactive online training is designed for current Chairs and Company Secretaries of associations, and those who may take on these roles in the future.

Association Awards™ Dinner 2026

Date: Wednesday, 11 November 2026
Time: 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm AEDT
Venue: Novotel Melbourne Airport | 1 Grants Road, Melbourne Airport

You are invited to our exclusive Association Awards™ Dinner where we will be honouring finalists and recipients of the Association Awards™ & Associations Hall of Fame™ 2026. The Association Awardsᵀᴹ recognise excellence and accomplishment by associations and outstanding individuals. Celebrate the success of our sector and feel free to extend this invitation to any of your staff or Board members. Site tour: Join us for a tour of Novotel Melbourne Airport, from 5:30 pm. Dress code: Cocktail / Business…

SA CEO Collaboration Meeting

Date: Thursday, 12 November 2026
Time: 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm ACDT
Venue: Australian Association for the Teaching of English, Unit 9, Level 1, 198 Greenhill Road, Eastwood SA 5063

This CEO Collaboration Meeting will bring association CEOs together for open, trusted discussions on the key issues shaping their organisation and the sector. This structured yet conversational session will provide a confidential space to share challenges, exchange insights and strengthen leadership capability through facilitated peer-to-peer collaboration and shared problem-solving.

Industry Associations Summit 2026

Date: Friday, 13 November 2026
Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm AEST
Venue: Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, Cnr Merivale and Glenelg Streets, Southbank QLD 4101

Whilst businesses operating in the same sector are commercially competitive with each other, they come together as members of their industry association. The representative body for any and every association is the united voice and tireless supporter of member interests. This summit brings together volunteer leaders, chief executives, and senior staff to share insights, strategies, and best practices on strengthening their associations. While industries may differ, many peak bodies face similar challenges…

Registered Organisations Governance and Finance Training (Online Training)

Date: Wednesday, 18 November 2026
Time: 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm AEDT
Presenter: Tony Gleeson, Associations Advisor, Associations Forum

Officers of Registered Organisations under the Fair Work (Registered Organisations) Act 2009 are required to undertake training on officers' duties related to the financial management of registered organisations or their branches within 6 months of holding office.

Membership Special Interest Group (Online)

Date: Thursday, 26 November 2026
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm AEDT
Topic: Innovation in Recruitment, Engagement and Renewals

The Membership Special Interest Group (SIG) is an opportunity for Associations Forum members to share ideas, strategies and challenges with their peers in the association sector.

Association Professions Summit 2026

Date: Thursday, 3 December 2026
Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm AEDT
Venue: University of Canberra, Ann Harding Conference Centre, 24 University Dr S, Bruce ACT 2617

Professions are core to the improvement of our community, society and quality of life. Through the experience and work of these experts in their field, professionals contribute to healthier lives, a better built environment, a stronger economy and leading-edge scientific advancements. Whilst professionals are individuals, no profession can contribute fully without an association dedicated to their particular profession. Associations Forum is holding a one-day summit examining matters impacting on…

CEO & Chair Symposium 2027

Date: Thursday, 18 February 2027 - Friday, 19 February 2027
Venue: Wrest Point Hotel, 410 Sandy Bay Road, Sandy Bay TAS 7005

The CEO & Chair Symposium brings together association CEOs, Chairs, Board Directors, and senior leaders to explore the key issues shaping the not-for-profit and association sector. Designed exclusively for leaders and decision-makers, the Symposium provides an opportunity to discuss with peers the topics that are often reserved for Boards and the most senior levels of staff.

Associations Forum National Conference 2027

Date: Wednesday, 28 April 2027 - Thursday, 29 April 2027
Venue: National Convention Centre Canberra, 31 Constitution Ave, Canberra ACT 2601

Associations Forum National Conference is Australia and New Zealand’s premier event for associations, charities, and the not-for-profit sector. Bringing together CEOs, senior executives, board directors, company secretaries, presidents, and industry experts from professional, industry, and special cause organisations, the two-day conference promotes best practice through informative sessions, practical education, interactive discussions, and knowledge sharing.