Upcoming webinars

    • 15 July 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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    Whether you're just starting out or considering your next move, this webinar will help guide your path to becoming an impactful board member.

    Not just for marketers who are interested in joining a board but don’t know how to take the first steps, the session will provide practical insights from experienced board members who have successfully navigated the journey.

    If you’re starting out:

    We’ll cover everything from why you should consider joining a board and how it can benefit your career to the steps you need to take to get there. You’ll learn about the different types of boards, the commitment involved, and how to choose which board roles to apply for.

    For those already on boards:

    We’ll discuss the realities of board membership, what to expect once you’re in, and the things experienced board members wish they’d known sooner.

    Additionally, we’ll explore common misconceptions and offer tips on gaining visibility, including the importance of having a board CV and looking at sub-committees as a potential stepping stone.

    Key Topics:

    1. Understanding Board Membership

    • What does it mean to be on a board?
    • The different types of boards (advisory, executive, non-executive, sub-committees)
    • Expectations and responsibilities of board members

    2. Why Do You Want to Be on a Board?

    • Career advancement vs. personal fulfillment
    • Making an impact vs. ego-driven aspirations
    • The behind-the-scenes of board decision-making

    3. How to Get on a Board

    • How to identify and approach the right board for you
    • Building a board-ready CV
    • The role of networking and personal branding
    • Alternative routes: sub-committees, board observership programs
    • It’s not just what you know, it’s who you know

    4. Lessons from the Boardroom

    • o Unexpected challenges and key learnings from experienced board members
    • o What board members wish they had known before joining a board

    5. The Commitment Factor

    • o How much time does board service require?
    • o Balancing board responsibilities with your professional career
    • o What happens if you’re not aligned with the board? How to exit gracefully

    6. Career Development & Next Steps

    • o Should you upskill to improve your board prospects?
    • o How board experience enhances your marketing career
    • o Is now the right time for you?

    Your speaker will bring insights from:

    • Experienced marketing professionals who have successfully joined boards
    • Experts in board governance and career development
    • Marketers who have transitioned into board roles through different pathways

    Who Should Attend?

    • Marketers looking to expand their career into board service
    • Professionals interested in understanding the board selection process
    • Anyone curious about the realities of board membership
    • Existing board members who want to get onto new boards or share their own expertise.

    Takeaways:

    • An understanding of whether board service is right for you
    • Practical steps to position yourself for a board role
    • Insights into the different types of boards and what they require

    This session is your opportunity to hear real-life experiences, ask questions, and walk away with a roadmap for your board journey. Join us to learn how to land a seat at the table and make an impact!

    About the presenter:


    Gina Balarin
    The CEO’s Voice

    Gina Balarin sits on the boards of Project Placed and the Chartered Institute of Marketing. She’s a CPM, Fellow of the AMI, Fellow of the CIM and a TEDx speaker. As a dynamic storyteller, communication coach and thought leadership strategist, she is dedicated to helping leaders amplify their voices with clarity and impact: she transforms words into influence, making businesses not just profitable, but powerful.

    With a background in marketing, drama, and leadership, Gina blends strategic expertise with performance insights to elevate communication: on the stage, screen, or page. She talks about authenticity, storytelling and leadership. Her book, The Secret Army: Leadership, Marketing and the Power of People is available from Amazon. She runs the marketing communications consultancy, Verballistics.

    When she’s not being a CEO ghost-writer, training leaders to use their voice and helping them inspire and command their teams, you can find her in Queensland, Australia on a tractor or an excavator with a cup of tea or a G&T.

    *This course qualifies for 4 CPD points under the AMI’s Certified Practicing Marketer program

    • 22 July 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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    Why Smart Marketers Rely on Networking (And How to Do It Right!)

    In a world where digital marketing, automation, and AI are transforming the way we connect, one thing remains constant; relationships drive business. Strategic networking isn’t just about attending events or collecting LinkedIn connections; it’s about fostering real, valuable relationships that lead to measurable results.

    In this webinar, networking expert and business strategist Wendy Lloyd Curley will share a proven framework to help marketers approach networking with intention, efficiency, and impact. Whether you’re looking to build brand awareness, generate leads, or establish partnerships, this session will equip you with the tools to transform networking from a passive activity into a strategic advantage.

    Join us to learn how to maximize your Relationship ROI—the return on investment from the connections you build — and discover how to create a network that actively supports your business growth.

    Topics Covered 

    1. The three biggest networking mistakes marketers make — and how to avoid them
    2. How to identify and connect with the right people to grow your brand and business
    3. The Who, How, What framework for making effective connections that lead to real results
    4.  Why "selling through the room" (not just in it) is the key to generating referrals
    5. The power of word-of-mouth marketing and how to build a personal brand through strategic relationships
    6. How to track and measure the effectiveness of your networking efforts
    7. Practical tips for in-person, virtual, and online networking success
    Key learnings
    • How to network with purpose—no more wasted time on unproductive conversations

    • The mindset shift that will make networking more natural and effective

    • A clear, step-by-step approach to building meaningful, mutually beneficial relationships

    • How to turn conversations into collaborations, referrals, and business opportunities

    • The key principles from Stop Wasting Your Time Networking that will transform the way you approach networking forever

    About the presenter:


    Wendy Lloyd Curley
    Global Keynote Speaker | Networking & Business Growth Expert | Author

    Wendy Lloyd Curley is a dynamic business leader, speaker, author, and entrepreneur specializing in strategic networking and referral marketing. As a successful BNI (Business Network International) franchise owner, she has helped thousands of professionals grow their businesses through the power of authentic connections.

    She is the author of Stop Wasting Your Time Networking, a practical guide for professionals who want to turn networking into a measurable business growth strategy. Wendy’s engaging and actionable approach helps marketers, business owners, and professionals build strong, results-driven relationships that lead to lasting success.

    With a background in corporate marketing, multi-level marketing, and business development, Wendy brings real-world experience and hands-on strategies to help marketers master the art of networking. She is also a passionate musician and podcast host, blending creativity with business acumen to inspire professionals worldwide.

    *This course qualifies for 4 CPD points under the AMI’s Certified Practicing Marketer program

    • 23 September 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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    How are Australians really feeling right now — about their money, their lives, and the future? And how can Australian Marketers navigate this changing and complex environment.

    Join leading cultural insight specialists T garage as they unpack the latest consumer sentiment data, revealing how economic challenges and global uncertainty is shaping mindsets, behaviours, and spending patterns.

    We’ll unpack responses to marketing activities and also deep dive into the financial vulnerabilities experienced and how you can optimise your marketing activities.

    Topics covered: 

    • Latest Consumer Sentiment Data: Up-to-date insights on how Australians feel about their finances, well-being, and future prospects.
    • Consumer Spending: Understand how consumers are prioritising their spending, and the types of marketing activities they are responding to.
    • Vulnerability, Insight into how prevalent financial vulnerability is right now and how we should be thinking about this.
    • Consumer Response Trends: Research into the strategies and tactics that are currently resonating with consumers.
    • Marketing Strategies: Practical suggestions for minimising the impact of the current environment on your business.
    What you will learn: 
    • Overview of general consumer sentiment, how consumers are feeling about life, their finances and the future
    • Changing spending patterns: Understanding where consumers are cutting back.
    • Deep dive into levels, and how financial vulnerability is being felt
    • Learn how service brands can show up for consumers experiencing vulnerability.
    • Spending Priorities: Identifying where consumers are still willing to spend.
    • Effective Consumer Engagement: Insights into which marketing activities are most successful in this climate.
    • Strategic Guidance: Connecting consumer trends to provide actionable strategies for marketers to manage their brands in this context better.

    About the presenters:



    Jed Simpfendorfer

    Director of Strategy, T garage

    Jed brings a unique blend of qualifications in both Marketing and Psychology. Having served as Strategy Director at Mars Petcare in Europe and later as Chief Marketing Officer for Carman’s Foods in Australia, he integrates knowledge of consumer psychology with extensive commercial experience.


    Dr. Romina Mueller

    Director at T garage / Dr. in Sociology

    Romina is a Dr. of Sociology; she has actively implemented diversity policies in educational settings and researched/published on gender and diversity/inclusion related topics. Romina is also an experienced qualitative and quantitative researcher at T garage, leading many commercially focused programs.


    Keven Crouch
    Director at T garage

    Kevin has 20 years of marketing and insight experience working with service brands in the UK and Australia. He is passionate about understanding the needs of consumers who experience vulnerability and has worked closely with many banks, insurers and the financial regulator on defining strategies to serve these consumers better.

    *This course qualifies for 4 CPD points under the AMI’s Certified Practicing Marketer program

    • 21 October 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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    Why being more "human" is your competitive advantage online.

    GenAI is already changing our world. But when it comes to your brand and reputation online, will it change it for better – or worse? How should you use GenAI when it comes to LinkedIn, without burning relationships and trust?

    This webinar will help you navigate common missteps, share best practices, and ensure you’re set up for success on the world’s #1 professional network: LinkedIn.

    In the race to be seen by more people, automation and generative AI solutions make a compelling case – complete with party popper emojis. But in the highly visible, searchable, professional world of LinkedIn, your most valuable asset is not time – it’s trust.

    Every action you take online leaves a digital footprint, so knowing how to safely navigate the different tools and choices – what to embrace and what to avoid – is vital. This webinar will help you navigate common missteps, share best practices, and ensure you’re set up for success on the world’s #1 professional network: LinkedIn.

    Topics covered
    • Why getting the balance right between human and machine is important;
    • Assessment of GenAI and automation tools for LinkedIn;
    • Common missteps and the impact of getting it wrong; and
    • Best practices and the benefits of getting it right.
    Key learnings
    • How GenAI and automation can enhance and erode reputation;
    • What actions are most effective on LinkedIn;
    • How to build new and deeper relationships; and
    • How industry leaders use GenAI and automation to generate results.

    About the presenter:

    Roger Christie 
    Managing Director
    Propel

    Roger Christie is the managing director of Propel – a multi-award-winning advisory firm that helps organisations get social media right in the moments that matter.

    Roger is a LinkedIn Top Voice and sought-after speaker on the importance of your digital reputation. For more than ten years, he has provided LinkedIn training and counsel to thousands of professionals across the public, private and NGO sectors for clients including: the ACCC, the AICD, Australia Post, Coles, CommBank, Cuscal, IAG, Mirvac, Novo Nordisk, Suncorp, Team Global Express, UniSuper, Westpac, and more than 50 federal, state and local government agencies.

    Roger also hosts the Your Digital Reputation podcast, and is the lead author of the Digital Reputation Report.

    *This course qualifies for 4 CPD points under the AMI’s Certified Practicing Marketer program