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Elite EA/PA Forum We are delighted to announce the Elite EA/PA Forum for ANZ will be on the 25th of September 2025. Our workshop aims to: Enhance your influence and impact by mastering assertive communication, negotiation, and self-advocacy skills. Stay composed and solution-focused in high-pressure situations with practical tools for crisis management and clear decision-making. Embrace evolving technology by understanding how AI and automation can streamline your role and boost efficiency. Future-proof your career by building strategic value, resilience, and adaptability in an ever-changing professional landscape. Keynote Address with Q&A from the audience: What to expect from Sam's Keynote: With over 30 years supporting leaders at the highest levels, Sam Cohen brings a wealth of insight, experience, and stories (the kind she can share) to the stage. From 18 years serving within The Royal Household - including as Deputy Private Secretary and Press Secretary to Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II - to working with The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, running the Prime Minister’s Office at Downing Street, and serving as Chief of Staff to the global CEO of Rio Tinto, Sam’s career is a masterclass in discretion, diplomacy, and delivering at the top. In this exclusive keynote, Beyond the Role, Sam will explore how Executive Assistants don’t just support leaders - they shape leadership, drive strategy, and build legacy from behind the scenes. Join us for this rare opportunity to hear from someone who’s been at the epicentre of power - and bring your questions! The keynote will include a live Q&A, where you can ask Sam about her remarkable career, leadership insights, and how to truly excel in high-performance environments. (Don’t ask her what the Queen kept in her handbag - she’s not telling.) 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She specialises in helping EAs step into higher-level roles, increase their income, and expand their professional impact. With 14 years’ experience supporting C-suite executives in Australia and the UK, Ruth brings deep industry insight and a strategic approach to career development. She empowers Assistants to gain clarity on their next move, adopt a strategic mindset, communicate their value effectively, and lead their own growth conversations with confidence. A former EA turned Stakeholder Relations and Project Manager, Ruth launched Hoxton Hyde in 2018 after spotting a clear gap in the market for tailored coaching for career-driven EAs. She is a respected thought leader in the EA space, regularly sharing insights via LinkedIn and Instagram. Panel: Crisis Mode: What to do when everything goes wrong Master a step-by-step approach to prioritising and problem-solving under pressure. Strengthen emotional resilience and calm decision-making during unexpected disruptions. Learn how to communicate clearly and lead from behind in high-stress situations. Emma-Kate Bos Bio Emma-Kate works alongside the CEO at Squadron Energy, one of Australia’s leading renewable energy companies. With over 28 years of experience in Executive Assistant and Operational roles supporting business leaders in professional services, politics, membership industries, sporting and not-for-profit organisations, Emma-Kate has a deep understanding of business support roles and has managed large teams of assistants and receptionists. She is passionate about developing and mentoring team members Emma-Kate holds an Associate Degree in Law, Mini MBA and Certificate in Public Relations. Sepi Nowlands Sepi has also worked as an EO for Deloitte and spent 18 years previously as an Executive Assistant at the ATO, Law Council of Australia, Grains Research and Development Corporation and Air Services Australia. She is now EA and EO to the CPO. 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As a passionate advocate for elevating the role of Executive Assistants, Liv has led women’s networks, championed DEI and social impact initiatives, and continues to push for recognition of business support as a critical driver of business success. She is currently working on her side hustle business - collaborating with executives, entrepreneurs, and small business owners to amplify their impact by removing operational barriers, optimising systems, and unlocking their capacity to lead and grow. Facilitator - PM: Justin Kabbani AI Is Not Here to Replace You. It's Here to Upgrade You. We'll explore Justin's proven 3P framework: Priming – How to set up AI like a strategic advisor by feeding it context, tone and mindset Prompting – How to craft clear, structured instructions to get consistently great results Producing – How to turn AI outputs into high-leverage work that makes you stand out Your session outcomes: Real examples from admin professionals already using AI to elevate their work Prompts you can copy, adapt, and test live Interactive exercises to build confidence fast A practical challenge to implement right after the session If you’ve been overwhelmed by AI, or underwhelmed by its impact, this session will change that. You'll leave with tools you can use today, and a mindset you’ll carry forward for the rest of your career. Justin Kabbani Career Bio: Justin Kabbani is one of Australia’s most in-demand AI trainers and keynote speakers, known for making AI feel simple, powerful, and immediately useful. 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We value our speakers and want the best to ensure our attendees get the best development. Media outlets/organisations will not be permitted to attend this event.

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After successfully completing the Property Development course you will be able to order your CPD Accredited Certificates (PDF + Hard Copy) as proof of your achievement. PDF Certificate: Free (For The Title Course) Hard Copy Certificate: Free (For The Title Course) Curriculum of Property Development Bundle: Course 01: Property Development Diploma Introduction Different Types of Property Property Research Property and the Law Different Methods of Finance Option Project Management and many more.... Course 02: Property Law and Legislation Introduction Land Law Principles- Rights and Interests Registered and Unregistered Land Ownership and Possessio Leases and Bailment License The Mortgage Law Security Interests and many more.... Course 03: Decision-Making Module 01: What is Decision Making? 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Course 13: Building Surveying and Construction Management Diploma Construction Cost Estimation Introduction to Construction Management Cost Estimation Role of Cost Estimator and New Aspects of Cost Estimation Elements and Factors influencing Cost Estimation Cost Management and many more.... Building Surveyor Training An Introduction Building Law Principles Building Procurement and Contract Administration Building Information Modelling Building Technology and many more..... Course 14: Land Surveying Introduction to Land Surveying Land Surveying Basics Land Surveying Instrumentation Land Surveying Methods and Techniques Topographic Surveying and Mapping and many more.... CPD 140 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards Who is this course for? Anyone from any background can enrol in this Property Development bundle. Requirements Our Property Development course is fully compatible with PCs, Macs, laptops, tablets and Smartphone devices. 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Strategic Thinking (Virtual) The goal of this course is to provide you with the building blocks and the motivation to develop the critical skill of strategic thinking. The participants will consider a four-part model that distinguishes strategic thinking from strategic planning and managing. With that understanding, you will investigate the critical components of strategic thinking and how to apply it effectively. What You Will Learn You will learn how to: Define strategic thinking and distinguish it from strategic planning and management Explain a high-level approach to gaining strategic thinking skills Integrate other interpersonal skills, such as self-awareness, systems thinking, leadership, constructive conflict, and collaboration, into the fabric of strategic thinking skills Select appropriate techniques to apply strategic thinking in specific situations Recognize and emulate effective strategic thinking behaviors Getting Started Introductions Course structure Course goals and objectives Foundation Concepts Interactive event: Define Strategic Thinking (ST) Interactive event: Discuss relationship of ST with Strategic Planning, Management and Decision Making Strategic Level Framework - Tying it all together Strategic thinking attributes Strategic Thinking Critical Success Factors Strategic Thinking Critical Success Factors - 5-part model Strategic Thinking and the Organization Critical Success Factors Model applied to an organization Tools Introduction (5): Environmental, 5 Forces, SWOT, Value Proposition, Integral Theory of Worldview Video: Fog of War Strategic Thinking and the Individual Critical Success Factors Model applied to an individual Tools Introduction (5): Thinking Styles, Six Thinking Hats, Reverse Thinking, Systems Thinking, Integral Theory of Worldview Strategic Thinking at the Interpersonal and Team Levels Emotional Intelligence - Self Awareness and Working With Others Team Leadership and Trust Constructive Conflict as the Gateway to Collaboration Interactive event: Testing the Models - Challenge Perspective; What's Missing Applying the critical skill of Strategic Thinking Worldview: Team versus client Trusted Advisor Interactive event: Doing what is asked (Case study, wherein participants review the default case scenario prepared for this workshop and add specific details to make the scenario more relevant to their experiences / needs. Teams develop an action plan for applying ST concepts and techniques they have learned here to the situation, then compare and contrast results.)

Strategic Thinking: Virtual In-House Training The goal of this course is to provide you with the building blocks and the motivation to develop the critical skill of strategic thinking. The participants will consider a four-part model that distinguishes strategic thinking from strategic planning and managing. With that understanding, you will investigate the critical components of strategic thinking and how to apply it effectively. What you Will Learn Define strategic thinking and distinguish it from strategic planning and management Explain a high-level approach to gaining strategic thinking skills Integrate other interpersonal skills, such as self-awareness, systems thinking, leadership, constructive conflict, and collaboration, into the fabric of strategic thinking skills Select appropriate techniques to apply strategic thinking in specific situations Recognize and emulate effective strategic thinking behaviors Getting Started Introductions Course structure Course goals and objectives Foundation Concepts Interactive event: Define Strategic Thinking (ST) Interactive event: Discuss relationship of ST with Strategic Planning, Management and Decision Making Strategic Level Framework - Tying it all together Strategic thinking attributes Strategic Thinking Critical Success Factors Strategic Thinking Critical Success Factors - 5-part model Strategic Thinking and the Organization Critical Success Factors Model applied to an organization Tools Introduction (5): Environmental, 5 Forces, SWOT, Value Proposition, Integral Theory of Worldview Video: Fog of War Strategic Thinking and the Individual Critical Success Factors Model applied to an individual Tools Introduction (5): Thinking Styles, Six Thinking Hats, Reverse Thinking, Systems Thinking, Integral Theory of Worldview Strategic Thinking at the Interpersonal and Team Levels Emotional Intelligence - Self Awareness and Working With Others Team Leadership and Trust Constructive Conflict as the Gateway to Collaboration Interactive event: Testing the Models - Challenge Perspective; What's Missing Applying the critical skill of Strategic Thinking Worldview: Team versus client Trusted Advisor Interactive event: Doing what is asked (Case study, wherein participants review the default case scenario prepared for this workshop and add specific details to make the scenario more relevant to their experiences / needs. Teams develop an action plan for applying ST concepts and techniques they have learned here to the situation, then compare and contrast results.)

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Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for The primary audience for this course is any IT, facilities or data centre professional who works in and around the data centre and has the responsibility to achieve and improve efficiency and environmental sustainability, whilst maintaining the availability and manageability of the data centre. Overview After completion of the course the participant will be able to: Understand the impact of data centres on the environment Describe the various environmental/energy management standards Understand the purpose and goals of the legally binding international treaties on climate change Implement various sustainable performance metrics and how to use them in the data centre environment Manage data centre environmental sustainability using international standards Set up the measurement, monitoring and reporting of energy usage Use power efficiency indicators in a variety of data centre designs Use best practices for energy savings in the electrical infrastructure and in the mechanical (cooling) infrastructure Use best practices for energy savings for the ICT equipment and data storage Understand the importance of water management and waste management Understand the different ways to use sustainable energy in the data centre Get practical tips and innovative ideas to make a data centre more sustainable The CDESS© course is aimed at providing knowledge of the standards and guidelines related to environmental sustainability, and how to move your data centre (existing or new) to a more environmentally sustainable design and operations. Impact of Data Centres on the Environment Predictions in 2010 Current situation Outlook and commitments What is Environmental Sustainability The importance of sustainability Senior management commitment Environmental sustainability framework Sustainability policies Performance standards and metrics Information policies Transparency Awareness Service charging models Environmental Management Environmental sustainability framework (ISO 14001) Standards and guidelines ? ISO 50001 / ISO 30134 Measurement and categories Baselining Trend analysis Reporting Power Effiðciency Indicators Various eðfficiency indicators Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) PUE measurement levels Factors affecting PUE Measurement points and intervals PUE in mixed source environments Measuring PUE in a mixed-use building PUE reporting Impact of PUE after optimising IT load Electrical Energy Savings (Electrical) Identifying the starting point for saving energy Sizing of power DC power Generators UPS systems Power Factor (PF) Energy savings on lighting Electrical Energy Savings (Mechanical) Energy savings on the cooling infrastructure Temperature and humidity setpoints Various energy eðcient cooling technologies Energy savings on the airflow Liquid cooling Energy reusage PUE, ERE/ERF and Control Volume Electrical Energy Savings (ICT) Procurement IT equipment energy eðfficiency ITEEsv, SMPE, SMPO IT equipment utilisation Server virtualisation Open compute project Electrical Energy Savings (Data Storage) Data management Data storage management Data storage equipment effiðciency Water Management Water Usage Effectiveness (WUE) Improving WUE Water usage at the power generation source Energy Water Intensity Factor (EWIF) Waste Management Waste management policies Life-cycle assessment (Cradle to the grave) 3 R?s for waste management Reduce Reuse Second-hand market Recycle Sustainable Energy Usage Sustainable energy sources Power purchase agreements Energy attribute certificates Renewable Energy Factor (REF) Matching renewable energy supply and demand Sustainable energy storage Carbon trading Automated Environmental Management Systems Use of AI and machine learning Load migration Data Centre Infrastructure Management (DCIM) solutions