Interview with Ric Willmot

December 16, 2009

Ric Willmot, CEO of Executive Wisdom consulting group, delivered a number of sessions on management and leadership at CPA Congress in Canberra. He is a a seasoned Congress presenter, attending and delivering a number of events this year and in previous years.

Ric’s passion for the business sector is evident when he discusses his own experiences and ideas for improving relationships and processes in the work place. He writes for business magazines and consults organisations such as Pricewaterhouse Coopers and the Dubai Royal Family Group of companies.

He recently spoke with us about his experiences at CPA Congress and views on businesses emerging from the economic downturn.


Confront confrontation

December 2, 2009

Dugald Christie-Johnson presenting at CPA Congress

Recorded on Thursday, 19 November 2009 at CPA Congress Perth, WA.

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Dugald Christie-Johnson, Director
SeventhWave

This interactive, thought-provoking, informative and highly engaging session was designed to help you create a blueprint for your leadership development.

This video explores the SeventhWave model for successful change leaders in order to prepare you for dealing effectively with the challenging behaviours you may encounter in the business world.


Ethical conduct: perceptions and obligations

December 2, 2009

Rosemary Sainty presenting at CPA Congress

Recorded on Thursday, 19 November 2009 at CPA Congress Perth, WA.

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Rosemary Sainty Head, Responsible Business Practice
St James Ethics Centre

In this video presentation Rosemary reviewed the results of the 2009 Annual Professions Business Ethics Survey and considers the central relevance of ethics at the moment, and the link between ethics, responsible business practice and productivity.

Rosemary also explored the ethical perceptions and obligations of those working in the professions, discussing the definition of business ethics, how this correlates to what people say they think they are and importantly the boundaries of what staff may consider to be a violation of their core principles.


Business leaders panel: Taking your skills to the top

December 2, 2009

Image of Brendan Gore during CPA Congress panel session

Recorded on Thursday, 19 November 2009 at CPA Congress Perth, WA.

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Featuring:

  • Alan Cransberg, Managing Director and President, Alcoa of Australia Limited
  • Dr Penny Flett, Chief Executive Officer, Brightwater Care Group
  • Brendan Gore FCPA, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Peet Limited
  • Richard Goyder, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Wesfarmers Limited
  • Mark Pownall (facilitator), Editor-at-large, WA Business News

The top performers in this panel session provided an insight into what the view is really like from the top. Each panellist explored the role and responsibilities of a chief executive, reflected on the challenges they have faced and the necessary skills they needed to overcome these in order to achieve personal and professional success.


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