Events, conferences and information to help you get ahead of the pack
July 18
Smart Leaders Luncheon, Sofitel, Brisbane
This is the first in a new series of quaterly business luncheons launched by Groffith University and leadership experts Leadership In Action. The events are designed to offer Queensland bussinesspeople an opportunity to hear from some of Australia's most effective leaders. James Chisholm, operations leader for South Asia and Pacific region for Honeywell Building Solutions is keynote speaker, with comedian Peter Berner facilitating, and journalists Indira Naidoo compering. To book tickets (costs $120) or for more information, call (07) 3367 0500.
July 26-27
LearnX Asia Pacific, Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre
The e-learning and training conference and expo showcases the latest solutions, trends, tachnology advances and best training practices from around the world. Aimed at those in learning and development, sales and marketing, and multimedia and software fields, sessions will cover topics including virtual training, innovation and e-learning, and coaching generation Y. Priced at $790 ($395 for individual days), visit www.learnx.net for more information
July 31-Aug 1
WA Marketing and Business Conference, Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre
With a 'Marketing to the Ages' theme, learn how to spread your marketing message to varying age groups, from baby boomers to generation Y. Expert presenters also look at how the marketing space is changing. Tickets cost $685 or $435 for a one-day pass (less for AMI members). For more information visit www.marketingcongress.com.au
August 2-3
Women, Management and Employment Relations Conference, Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Now in its 19th year, understand the challenges facing women in the workplace, finance and super, and women in leadership. Speakers include Julia Gillard, deputy leader of the Australian Labour Party and Margot Spalding, 2006 Telstra Business Woman of the Year. Costs $1,995. For more information visit www.lmsf.mq.edu.au/wmer
August 21-22
Dimensions 2007, Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney
This annual sales and marketing summit is designed to help businesses maximise their marketing potential, with speakers and panal discussions for more than 30 sessions designed to boost your brand. Day one focuses on marketing issues, while the second day concentrates on sales. Sessions cover intellectual property, legal, pricing strategies and technology, and the event costs $770 per day (or $1,210 for both). For more information visit www.dimensionspd.com
