Golden Key Leadership and Management Summit 2024
Links to summit webinars, workshops and networking events can be found below. Please click the relevant links to sign up for individual events.
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Find out more about each of the sessions and the speakers below:
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Melissa Leitzell CEO Golden Key International Honour Society | Opening address (Recording) |
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Vanencia Chiloane Vanencia Chiloane is an education strategist with nearly 15 years of experience in the education sector, including five years at the national level in curriculum development, instructional design, education, and capacity development. She is currently pursuing an MBA and an MEd. Her leadership and management experience spans student leadership, quality assurance, and professional development, having worked for both a Quality Council and a Professional Body in South Africa. Vanencia is passionate about empowering professionals during their waiting season. | The impact of the glass theory on leadership and management opportunities The webinar will take a holistic view at how to identify the glass theory. What strategies are available to overcome the impact? The Strategic decision making in relation to weighing of opportunity against the risk? What about your value of integrity and resilience as a characteristic? |
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Tiaan Vermeulen Tiaan Vermeulen is a neuroscientist and the Operations Director at Neuro-Link, a global consultancy specializing in neuroscience-based performance optimization. He holds a master’s degree in neurophysiology and anatomy from the University of Pretoria and oversees all business operations, including research, product development, and learning solutions. Tiaan is experienced facilitator and trainer, helping individuals and teams enhance their thinking, learning, and performance through neuroscience-driven approaches. He has published several articles on the neuroscience of learning and is an experienced international speaker, delivering presentations on prominent platforms such as The Association for Talent Development. Tiaan is passionate about using science to help people unlock their full potential. | The Neuroscience of High-Impact Agile Leadership Intended Audience: Leaders at all levels Workplace Application: Gain practical insights into how neuroscience can help develop and adapt thinking preferences to enhance leadership effectiveness and adaptability. Overview: In today’s rapidly evolving and unpredictable world, the ability to think, learn, and innovate faster than the competition is critical. Brain power has become the ultimate asset for maintaining a competitive edge. Leadership is fundamentally about influence, service, and inspiration, but the way leaders exert these qualities is shaped by their individual thinking design. This session takes a neuroscientific approach to leadership, bridging brain science with leadership development. Participants will explore how understanding and adapting their thinking preferences can empower them to lead with greater effectiveness and agility. Key Takeaways: • Discover how your thinking preferences shape your leadership style and effectiveness. • Learn neuroscience-based strategies to enhance mental flexibility and adapt your leadership approach in diverse situations. |
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Dr Bruno Cignacco Dr Bruno Roque Cignacco (PhD) is an international business consultant, TEDx speaker, and researcher. For over 30 years, he has advised and trained hundreds of companies on international trade activities and international marketing. He also trains companies on topics related to compassionate business and human-oriented leadership. He is a university professor and a senior fellow of the Higher Education Academy (HEA), in the UK. He is also the author of business and personal-development books published in various languages. The second edition of his new book The Art of Compassionate Business is available at  www.routledge.com/9781032445427. His website is www.brunocignacco.com | Towards the human-oriented enterprise. Main ways to be profitable and compassionate in business. There are several well-ingrained assumptions regarding the dynamics of work and business activities, which can be refuted. Some examples of these widespread assumptions in the business and work environments are: employees being viewed as commodities, competitors perceived as threats, companies’ resources seen as limited, and customers perceived as scarce and difficult, etc. All which leads to the question, “Is there a way to perform business activities more humanely?” |
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Kristy Busija Before becoming an award-winning business owner and Forbes contributor, Kristy Busija, the CEO & Founder of Next Conversation Consulting, was known by her clients as the one who makes sense out of their chaos. When others see mess and confusion, she sees a beautiful puzzle in the making. That means she can quickly and concisely give you actionable steps you can take today! | Lean into the resistance of change! There’s no change in comfort and there is no comfort in change. We all know that change is inevitable, yet we often meet it with resistance. This session explores the concept of “leaning into resistance” to change by understanding its roots and turning it into a catalyst for growth and innovation. Attendees will learn strategies to engage with resistance constructively, transforming obstacles into opportunities for greater insights and growth. |
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Kasia Orlowska-Meinen Kasia Orlowska-Meinen (Kasia OM) has worked as a leadership development trainer and executive coach delivering programs to corporate, public sector and individual clients in Australia, New Zealand, Europe and Asia since 2009. She has worked with leaders and organisations consulting in areas of emotional intelligence, effective communication, behavioural change, developing cultures and desired behaviours by creating personal and professional values and visions alignments. Passionate about bringing a more balanced approach to leadership, Kasia has enjoyed working with women, has set up regular women’s events, global women’s club and currently working with numerous individual clients in areas of self-fulness, human centric and feminine leadership. Kasia is a graduate of Coaches Training Institute in London, hold a Neuro-Semantics and NLP Practitioner Certificate, a Bachelor of Education and Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE) and is an accredited coach of 360 Leadership Profiles. She has also recently completed a comprehensive Vagus Nerve Program covering all aspects of Nervous System regulation. Originally from Wroclaw in Poland, Kasia has spent the majority of her adult life living between Australia and the United Kingdom, and is currently residing in Western Australia together with her husband and her 8 year old daughter. | Utilising emotional intelligence to influence effectively Influencing Effectively is considered one of the key leadership and communication tools. Emotional Intelligence impacts the way we lead and function within organisations and the society more than IQ does. The ability to influence well including the ability to communicate, convince, persuade and negotiate is largely impacted by the level of own emotional intelligence. The session is beneficial to anyone interacting with others from employees, middle and top managers. |
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Dr André Vermeulen Dr. André Vermeulen is the founding member and CEO of Neuro-Link, a boutique consultancy utilizing neuroscience to identify and develop talent, increase performance, reduce the risk of error, and maintain wellness. He is a thought leader in the field of Neuro Agility. As an international keynote speaker, André has contributed to numerous prestigious platforms like TEDx Johannesburg and ATD ICE. He is a regular guest on many radio and television talk shows around the globe. | A world-class blueprint for developing high-performing, agile leaders Leadership agility is a differentiating skill for leaders who are responsible for creating high-performing, agile teams and organizations, which has become the secret ingredient for organizational success. Before leaders can do this, they need to master the fine art of becoming emotionally intelligent, agile leaders themselves. During this webinar, the presenter will explore a world-class framework for developing emotionally intelligent, agile leaders. Any person will benefit from this session because all people serve, inspire, and influence (lead) in some way or the other. Key takeaway: • A world-class framework for developing emotionally intelligent leaders |
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Pearline Sturdivant Pearline Sturdivant is an instructional leader who consistently makes decisions in her role. She is closely connected to the topic, as it was the focus of her dissertation. | The Impact of Ethical Leadership on Ethical Dilemmas This session is for inspiring or current leaders who are interested in the impact of ethical dilemmas and how to navigate the multiple ethical paradigm. |
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Shane Hatton Shane Michael Hatton is a 2x Author and global expert on Leadership, Communication and Team Culture. Shane has spent the last decade developing remarkable leaders and teams, blending his experience in business and psychology to help them to communicate, connect and collaborate more effectively. His perspectives and expertise have been shared in notable publications like the Harvard Business Review, Forbes, HRD and more. Currently, Shane is elevating the conversation about culture across Australia, New Zealand, the UK, and the USA, upholding his reputation as a global thought leader in leadership and culture. | From team member to people leader: Nine shifts to nail your leadership transition The journey from being a team member to stepping into a leadership role is a significant transition, much like moving from passenger to pilot. This keynote addresses the challenges and skills required in this shift. Most professionals excel in their fields as subject matter experts, but leading a team demands a different set of skills. Research from Gallup suggests that only a fraction naturally possess high leadership talent, with a small additional percentage having the potential to excel with proper development. This session is designed to equip both new and seasoned leaders with the fundamental skills for successful leadership. It’s a guide for those aspiring to lead effectively, ensuring they are prepared not just for the role, but also for future advancement and success in leadership. |
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Coreetha Entzminger Coreetha Entzminger is a doctoral student in clinical psychology and a therapist at a private practice in California. She has presented at several workshops through a non-profit organization called Togetherwell. Coreetha holds both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in psychology and has previously owned a life coaching company. | Strategies for mental health care for those in leadership This webinar can benefit those who are leaders or aspiring to be leaders. This webinar would inform the public on how to use self care and other tools to better their mental health while serving in a leadership role. This webinar will also teach how to manage when finding yourself going through burnout. |
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Patty Goodman Hayward Patty Goodman Hayward is an educator who serves as the Program Lead for the Bachelor of Science in Digital Communications and Media program, as well as an Associate Teaching Professor for the Master of Science in Corporate and Organizational Communication at Northeastern University’s College of Professional Studies. Her career has included various leadership and communication roles across sectors such as correction and judicial services, mental health, secondary education, higher education, and executive education. She draws on her experiences to emphasize the importance of transferring theory into practice. As a consultant at the Harvard School of Public Health and the Harvard University Office of Sustainability, Patty developed stakeholder communication systems to enhance internal and external relations. https://cps.northeastern.edu/faculty/patty-goodman/ | Cultural transformation from leadership to institutional change The session would share our evidence based Cultural Transformation Framework demonstrating the key concepts to focus upon in supporting a change management process. Specific examples will be provided how the framework can be employed. Prompts for open discussion will be centered about what is transformational leadership and how can leaders draw on stakeholders to support change. |
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Poloko Mmakgolane Poloko Mmakgolane is a dynamic speaker, coach, and consultant who has empowered hundreds of thousands across South Africa and internationally. With over a decade of experience, he has worked with diverse audiences, from executives to high school students, helping them transform their results through effective leadership and communication. Poloko’s belief that “right thinking leads to right living” is at the core of his approach, guiding individuals and organizations to break limiting beliefs and build winning mindsets. As an award-winning social media content creator, his engaging communication style captivates audiences and extends his influence globally. | Effective communication in leadership and management Effective Communication in Leadership and Management is crucial for inspiring teams, influencing stakeholders, and driving organizational success. In this session, we will explore how leaders can refine their communication skills to build trust, align teams with a shared vision, and make their messages impactful. This session is ideal for leaders and aspiring leaders who want to enhance their influence through more effective public speaking and communication. Attendees will gain practical tools for delivering clear, confident, and compelling messages that resonate with their audience and inspire action. |
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Melissa Leitzell CEO Golden Key International Honour Society | Closing address (Recording) |
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