Learning, Education & Professional Development Summit
Education and professional development are core offerings that many associations provide to support the growth, advancement, and success of their members, while also contributing to the overall development of the industry or profession they represent.
This summit brings together association leaders, decision-makers, and practitioners to explore innovative strategies, share best practices, and address common issues related to education, training, and professional development within their respective organisations.
Through interactive workshops, expert-led sessions, case studies, product showcases and networking opportunities, attendees will gain valuable insights, practical tools, and actionable takeaways to enhance the impact and effectiveness of the learning initiatives in their associations.
Member Registrations: $550
Non-Member Registrations: $770 (NFP only)
Associations Forum will send a tax invoice upon registration for this event.
Registrations are only open to not-for-profit organisations. For corporate enquiries, please contact partnerships@associations.net.au
ABOUT THE SPEAKERS
David Hallett, Chief Executive Officer, Institute of Public Works Engineering Australasia VIC
Since becoming CEO of the IPWEA’s Victorian Division in 2015, David has engaged widely with members across the state, supported their transition to a regulated environment, created an online professional development program and raised the profile of the organisation amongst a growing network of state and local government stakeholders, consultants, contractors and industry associations.
Carmen Olson, Executive Officer, Association of Consulting Surveyors Victoria
Carmen is the Executive Officer for the Association of Consulting Surveyors Victoria Inc. Carmen is responsible for managing the associations affairs. Carmen’s diverse career started many years ago working for chartered accountants that looked after associations, Carmen has worked for Fairfax Media, Local Government as well as managed various small businesses.
Her career path has taken her on numerous journeys with various organisations both in the private and public sector, Carmen has many transferrable skills which include training and assessment, counselling, leadership and staff management. She is a hands-on self-starter, experienced in working on multiple projects concurrently, independently as well as part of a team. Her track record of managing 25 FTE's in an eclectic environment although challenging brought with it a lot of learning and doing what she loves best, working closely with her colleagues. Carmen is passionate about bringing an in-depth understanding through communication and engagement and creating a nurturing and productive environment where KPI's are met.
Andrew Gosbell, Associations Advisor, Associations Forum
Andrew is based in Melbourne and provides a range of advisory services for Associations Forum based on his broad experience in governance, change management, leadership development, government relations and policy development, risk management, strategic planning, negotiation and partnership development.
Andrew has over 15 years senior executive experience working in medical colleges and associations, including successful tenures as CEO of General Practice Registrars Australia and Deputy CEO at the Australasian College for Emergency Medicine.
He has a track record of working collaboratively with volunteers, association members and office bearers, and professional staff to successfully deliver a range of strategic initiatives at both national and state levels. He has well-developed networks in the health and associations sectors. Andrew also has governance experience as a non-executive director and currently holds a number of Board and Committee positions in the NFP and tertiary-education sectors.
Other Speaker:
- Mick Crouch, Chief Executive Officer, National Meat Industry Training Advisory Council
This event is proudly sponsored by
About Chapter Place
Chapter Place at Pentridge is a destination conference venue like no other, offering truly unique event spaces brimming with distinct stories and housed within heritage listed bluestone walls.
Here, you’ll discover award-winning venues Olivine wine bar & hatted North&COMMON restaurant along with multiple accommodation options at Adina Apartment Hotel and The Interlude, all within a lifestyle precinct 20 minutes north of Melbourne’s CBD. Event spaces range from The Chapel, the 170-year-old original chapel for Pentridge; The Long Hall, an equisite 40-metre hall surrounded by arched ceilings and pane glass windows, and the Merri Creek Rooms, modern spaces featuring floor-to-ceiling windows with views over Pentridge’s bluestone walls.
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