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We know that COVID-19 has permanently changed the way we work. One significant outcome for many families has been the normalisation of work-from-home and workplace flexibility. However, in some sectors, flexible work arrangements are being wound back. So, they’ve been introduced, but are they here to stay? At our next Social Impact Summit Quarterly, we’re exploring how measuring and evaluation can demonstrate the value of family–friendly practices. We're thrilled to welcome Emma Walsh, CEO Parents At Work, who'll join Paula Cowan, Managing Director, and Sara Caspani, Senior Impact Advisor at ImpactInstitute for a fireside chat on the origins and evolution of the family-friendly workplace movement. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain knowledge from industry leaders and create a workplace where everyone can thrive! Follow the link to register for FREE and we hope to see you (and your team) there! https://lnkd.in/gU6ysqWU

We’ve all seen it—the relentless images of “perfect health” that make wellness feel like a distant dream. But what if there was a different way to think about being healthy? In this episode of The CMO Show, AIA CMO Stuart A. Spencer invites us to shift our perspective on health. With a career shaped by resilience and a mission to democratise wellness, Stuart shares AIA’s vision to transform health in APAC and empower individuals to find their own path to wellness—no six-packs or salmon salads required. https://lnkd.in/gUcgyKTX

Earlier this month, we had the pleasure of hosting our very first WorkAbility Expo, alongside our Brisbane Disability Expo. Fantastic to see a whopping 4,000 people turn out for the combined event! In addition to disability-specific employment services, education and training providers, advocacy groups, and government agencies, we were joined by open employers such as Woolworths, RACQ, John Badwater Consulting, and the NDIA. The employer lounge fostered meaningful conversations between jobseekers and employers, away from the main exhibition floor’s hustle and bustle. Tash Murabi, Talent Acquisition Manager (RACQ), was among the many who participated and noted that they found the experience valuable not only from a talent acquisition perspective but also as an opportunity to engage with stakeholders and improve their internal processes and plans for diverse employment. In addition to the employer lounge, workshops for people with disabilities were held to packed audiences (and furious note-takers) eager for information. Topics included funding, reasonable workplace adjustments, employment readiness for people with disabilities, and advice on building a career as an entrepreneur. Why WorkAbility Expos? As Paralympian and Disability Advocate Ellie Cole AM PLY said, “When we employ somebody with a disability, it sends a really powerful statement about the communities that we want to create, and sends a real statement about what our culture looks like within Australia as well.” Keen to learn more? Visit our website and let's have a chat. https://lnkd.in/gmtU-NTA

We’ve just released a limited number of early bird tickets for Social Impact Summit 2025! Next year’s event is more than just a stage for speakers; it’s an interactive experience where the audience plays a crucial role. We’re inviting attendees to join the conversation, share their thoughts, and engage with each other. The program will feature a dynamic mix of keynotes, real-world case studies, and collaborative workshops. Each session is designed to showcase our progress towards a wellbeing economy and empower delegates to realise their collective and individual capacity to drive change. Join us to gain the knowledge, tools, and partnership opportunities you need to advance the impact movement. Grab your tickets today and save $600. We can’t wait to see you there! https://lnkd.in/gDkzEEaV

Calling all Brisbanites! Our Brisbane Disability and WorkAbility Expo starts TODAY at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre - Hall 4. We'll be around Friday and Saturday, bringing together products, services and employment opportunities for people in the disability community. Jump the queues and register online for free. We'll see you there! https://lnkd.in/gqCX9W75.

As marketers, it's easy to rely on experience and accumulated wisdom as a default decision-making lens, especially when it comes to your bread and butter. But let’s shake it up. On this episode of The CMO Show, Mark chats to Professor Rachel Kennedy, Associate Director, Product Development, at the Ehrenberg-Bass Institute for Marketing Science based in the University of South Australia. Rachel shares her insights into how the science of marketing either dispels or supports intuition, assumption and common marketing ‘myths’. Enjoy! https://lnkd.in/gV2wKwGT

There’s something uniquely special about recording a podcast in person. Today, our podcast extraordinaires Mark, Daniel, and Pamela had the pleasure of being invited to Adobe's Executive Forum to record a few episodes of The CMO Show with some very special guests. To find out more, you’ll need to tune into our upcoming episodes of The CMO Show. Stay tuned! In the meantime, you can find all our previous episodes by following the link. Happy listening! https://lnkd.in/g8mkDRWF

We're WINNERS! Last week the team behind the Sydney Disability Expo took home the award for Community Event of the Year (NSW) at the Australian Event Awards. Our expos are designed to connect people with disability to hundreds of NDIS product and service providers, all under the one roof. Each event is a real team effort so it's great to see these legends recognised for their work. Want to connect with our award winning team? Opportunities for service providers and inclusive employers can be found by following this link: https://lnkd.in/gRbGE2JS

We’re thrilled to announce Ellie Cole, Australia’s most decorated female Paralympian, as our ambassador for the 2024 Melbourne Disability & WorkAbility Expo. During Ellie’s career, she amassed seventeen Paralympic medals, four Commonwealth medals, three world titles, and nine Pan Pacific gold medals. Ellie brings with her a courageous story weaved with an unrivalled sense of humour and never-say-die attitude that makes her a true inspiration. If you haven't got your tickets yet, register for FREE today, and we'll see you there on 22 & 23 November: https://lnkd.in/gCCtyt5x

Never underestimate the power of a great workshop. Here's brand storyteller and PR strategist Jessica Grattan helping clients not only sharpen their thinking and clarify their plans, but also do it while laughing.    We led this client through our owned process of identifying, clarifying, creating, and evaluating their integrated marketing plans. We can't tell you who's giggling, but we can tell you they considered it a half day well spent. Head over to our website to learn more then invite us over / come to us, and we'll do the same for you! https://lnkd.in/gdRmyMEy