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 Ministerās Office at Downing Street, and serving as Chief of Staff to the global CEO of Rio Tinto, Samās 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 donāt 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 whoās 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. (Donāt ask her what the Queen kept in her handbag - sheās not telling.) Sam Cohen Career Bio: Sam Cohen has spent the last 30 years working to support leaders in the public and private sectors. Sam spent 18 years serving The Royal Household, as Deputy Private Secretary to Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and Press Secretary to The Queen. Sam also served as Private Secretary to The Duke and Duchess of Sussex. Following this time, Sam worked as Director of the Prime Ministerās Office at Downing Street under Boris Johnson and, most recently, was Chief of Staff to the global CEO at Rio Tinto. Source: ABC News - YouTube Channel. Facilitator - AM: The Future-Proofed Assistant: Speak Up, Stand Out & Shape Your Career Path How to reimagine your Assistant role in 2025 and beyond - How the EA role is evolving (and what Executives now expect) & why Assistants who think like strategists will be indispensable Assertiveness as an Assistant ā The key to retaining your role & the difference between being āhelpfulā and being āheardā Self-Advocacy as a Career Growth Strategy ā The importance of advocating for your career development, workload boundaries and recognition Own Your Professional Future - Map your career development. Whether you're an EA for life or looking to a role beyond in the future, this is for you. Ruth Kilah Career Bio: Ruth is an international executive career coach and founder of Hoxton Hyde ā Executive Career Coaching & Mentoring, delivering 1:1 and group programs for experienced Executive Assistants. She specialises in helping EAs step into higher-level roles, increase their income, and expand their professional impact. With 14 yearsā 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 Australiaās 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. Holly Clareburt Hollie Clareburt is an experienced Executive Assistant, currently supporting the Managing Director of Microsoft New Zealand and the Chief Partner Officer. Known for her professionalism and discretion, she excels in providing high-level support in fast-paced, executive environments. Prior to Microsoft, Hollie was Executive Assistant to the Chief of Corporate & Enterprise Systems at BECA, and previously supported the CEO at SKY News New Zealand. Her career reflects a strong track record of reliability, organisation, and executive partnership. Liv Wilson With over 20 years of experience across banking, government, creative industries, and global tech, Liv has supported senior leaders at companies including LinkedIn and Slack. She brings a strategic lens to the business support function, with deep expertise in operations, leadership enablement, and organisational effectiveness. As a passionate advocate for elevating the role of Executive Assistants, Liv has led womenās 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 ā How to set up AI like a strategic advisor by feeding it context, tone and mindset Prompting ā How to craft clear, structured instructions to get consistently great results Producing ā 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 youāve 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 youāll carry forward for the rest of your career. Justin Kabbani Career Bio: Justin Kabbani is one of Australiaās most in-demand AI trainers and keynote speakers, known for making AI feel simple, powerful, and immediately useful. Heās worked with brands like Uber, Treasury Wine Estates, and Udemy, helping their teams embed AI into daily workflows, strategic planning, and executive communication. Over the past two years, Justin has trained more than 2,000 professionals across Australia and beyond, consistently earning feedback like āmind-blowing,ā and āgame-changingā. His signature Prime, Prompt, Produce framework has transformed how business leaders, executive assistants, marketers, and teams think, work, and communicate with AI, without needing to be ātech people.ā Justin believes AI isnāt here to replace people. Itās here to take the robotic work off our plate, so we can focus on what humans do best. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinkabbani/ Website: https://justinkabbani.com/ Speed Connections Networking Session Join us for Speed Connections, a lively 30-minute networking session designed to foster meaningful connections in a fun, fast-paced environment. Every 10 minutes, attendees will be placed into new breakout rooms with small groups, giving everyone the chance to meet a diverse range of peers. Each breakout session will feature engaging prompts to spark conversations and make networking enjoyable and memorable! Who will attend this event? Executive Assistant (EA) Personal Assistant (PA) Virtual Assistant (VA) Legal Secretary Legal Executive Assistant Administrative Assistant Office Manager Health Care Office Manager Chief of Staff Additional roles may be relevant depending on role responsibilities along with development opportunities. We understand the challenge. Professional development for assistants is often undervalued, and securing budget or approval for external training can be difficult. Thatās why weāve created a ready-to-use business case template to help you justify attendance at this event and highlight the value it brings to both you and your organisation. If you need support or costings confirmed for single or group attendance, please reach out to our support team at: support@elite-forums.com You can download and edit the template below: This workshop is open to females, male including trans women/males and non-binary professionals. Group Rate Discounts: To discuss our group rates in more detail, please email support@elite-forums.com and provide the following: Group Number (How many would like to attend) Event Date (If numerous dates, please advise if we are splitting attendees across multiple dates) Attendee Contact details (Or request our Group Rate Document. Complete and return - we'll sort the rest.) Group discounts are on request - see below group rate discount brackets: š§© You just need one piece to come together - to unlock your Elite Potential. š Please note: All facilatators, panelists, and speakers are all PAID with applicable contracts in place. 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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The Time Management Mastery Level 2 course is ideal for anyone looking to boost their efficiency and productivity in the workplace or at home. It covers key time management tools and strategies for ensuring an organised workspace, home and mind. You will also gain an insight into how environment can affect your productivity, so you can make the necessary changes to promote maximum efficiency at your workplace or home office. There are no specific entry requirements for this course, which is open to anyone looking to learn more about effective time management. Gain valuable transferable skills to improve your career prospects by enrolling in this best-selling course today. Learning Outcomes: Master valuable time management skills to boost your productivity and efficiency in the workplace Learn how to train your brain to stay organised and competent at home and in the office Understand how environment can impact your productivity levels Gain crucial self-management skills and learn how to manage others Make better use of your time, energy and resources Know how to define your goals and prioritise your workload Become a more organised individual and learn top tips from the experts Career Path Once you have successfully completed this course, you will have the tools and knowledge to become a more efficient, productive worker, with excellent self management skills, which are essential for the following roles: Manager Business Owner Personal Assistant Secretary Teacher Event Planner Sales Executive Section 01: Introduction & First Concepts Beginning Thoughts & Concepts 00:02:00 Section 02: Time Management Skills Getting To Know Yourself 00:11:00 Defining Your Goals 00:09:00 How Environment Effects Your Productivity 00:09:00 Developing Your Skills 00:06:00 Easy Tricks to Better Time Management 00:07:00 Section 03: Managing Yourself & Others The People around You Matter 00:06:00 Keys to Personal Time Management 00:07:00 Secrets to Managing the People around You 00:07:00 Section 04: Time Management Conclusion Conclusion - Final Thoughts 00:04:00
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Hereās your starting point to a rewarding and successful career in compliance! Learn the ins and outs of compliance for the financial services industry with LGCA and become a certified professional member of the fastest growing GRC association out there. Every organization faces a myriad of risks that can threaten its operations, reputation, and bottom line. A robust, effective compliance program can make the difference between companies that successfully navigate those risks, and those that become cautionary tales. Faced with increasingly regulated environment, this programme offers insight into good compliance practices and the skills to lead effective compliance programmes that supports ethical conduct and commitment to compliance. Study method Online, self-paced Duration 25 hours Access to content 360 days Certification Certificate in Compliance Additional info Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price Description This certificate programme will introduce the essential elements of effective organizational compliance by exploring the concepts, considerations, and strategies for assessing risks and managing the compliance function. You will learn the fundamental principles of effective compliance, the components of an effective compliance program and their applications. In addition, you will explore the foundational principles of compliance: what are the sources of compliance requirements; where are the requirements found; what behavior satisfies ācompliance;ā and how do compliance personnel motivate compliant behavior throughout their organization. Expected Learning Outcomes By acquiring the Certificate, participants are expected to be able to: ⢠Comprehend and maintain awareness of compliance requirements ⢠Organise and monitor the operation of compliance management system ⢠Implement processes for the management of breaches in compliance requirements ⢠Provide education and training on compliance requirements and systems ⢠Promote and liaise on compliance requirements, systems and related issues ⢠Promote compliance with a sound understanding of the requisite legislation ⢠Show leadership in the workplace ⢠Identify risk and apply risk management processes ⢠Manage projects ⢠Undertake compliance audits Certificate Content Compliance ⢠Compliance Programs ⢠Compliance Perspectives ⢠Why do we Need Compliance? International Regulatory Landscape ⢠Key Elements ⢠Principle based Vs Rules Based Approach ⢠Market Forces ⢠Regulation and Practice Compliance in Practice ⢠The role of the Compliance department ⢠The role of the Compliance Officer ⢠The role of the Board ⢠Key compliance activities and processes ⢠Key compliance relationships Ethics, Compliance and Governance Perspectives ⢠Ethics ⢠Compliance ⢠Governance Other Key Compliance Areas ⢠Anti-money laundering ⢠Financial crime prevention ⢠Managing risk ⢠Enforcement Certificate Format ⢠Register at any time for this online, open certificate ⢠Study in your own time and at your own pace (you have up to 3 months to complete the certificate) ⢠Assessed by online multiple-choice exam Exam Format ⢠Type: Multiple choice, closed book online exam ⢠Duration: Two hours ⢠Pass mark: 70% ⢠Number of questions: 100 What is included ⢠25 hours of self-paced online interactive learning including analysis of 4 practical case studies ⢠1-year free AGRC membership ⢠Practice Questions ⢠Online Exam and AGRC Certificate Who is this course for? Staff working in or aspiring to work in the compliance area New graduates from any discipline Staff involved in risk functions and internal or external audit Those wanting to build a career in compliance in the fields of:Ā Banking ā Insurance ā Other financial services Requirements No previous knowledge or experience is required though it is assumed that participants have good knowledge of English and sound educational background. Career path Compliance Officer, Head of Compliance, Compliance Director