The 13-strong Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) cohort came together to complete their program and celebrate their achievements with an in-person training day in Brisbane on 29 November 2024.
Participants enjoyed sessions from external guest speakers David Croft (an ex-Queensland Reds Captain & Wallaby), Nick Bloor (Founder of Technigro, Founder & CEO of IVM Group) and Carlo Santoro (Founder of RetailCare who shared their experiences and wisdom on leadership. The day finished with a celebratory dinner and a competitive game of laser tag.
Speaking about the 2024 graduates, CEO Dave Hughes said:
“I was thrilled to witness the growth and development of the 2024 cohort of the Emerging Leaders Program.”
“With this group joining the three previous cohorts of graduates, I am excited to see their continued personal and professional development, and their ongoing contributions to helping KINNECT make people at work healthy, safe and productive.”
“The program continues to evolve, and I can’t wait to work with the 2025 cohort of emerging leaders!”
Created in 2020 by KINNECT Founder and Chairman, Kevin Conlon, the ELP plays an important role in equipping KINNECTers to grow within the company and beyond. As KINNECT expands its footprint – we have 15 offices nationally with more to open this year – developing new leaders within our ranks is critical to delivering our mission to help more people be healthy, safe and productive at work.
The ELP curriculum combines reading, virtual learning sessions, face-to-face training days and guest speakers that provide participants with essential leadership skills and knowledge that improves their performance, regardless of the type of role they hold.
The ELP is open to KINNECTers in all departments and roles. The program has been completed by 40 KINNECTers so far, many of whom have progressed into team leadership and management roles within the organisation.
We’d like to offer a hearty congratulations to our 2024 graduates:
- Bella Parsons
- Benjamin Orwell
- Deanne Davis
- Rhys Thesalonikeos
- Jody Levine
- Michael Vainer
- Raffaella Hunter-Ciardelli
- Zaliha Hanna-Idris
- Paige Thompson
- Janna Riordan
- Trudi Boss
- Eb Paull
- Frazer Fairbrother
We look forward to welcoming our next cohort in February 2025.
If you are searching for a role that offers professional development options that will stretch your capabilities, we encourage you to join KINNECT. Together with a range of other benefits, you’ll have the opportunity to join the ELP as part of a comprehensive professional development plan. Search our current vacancies here.