PeopleX Collective by Ashton Media

Join us for the HR Symposium 2025 in the stunning Hunter Valley, 7–8 August. This premier event brings together over 120 senior HR professionals for two days of high-impact connection and forward-thinking discussion. Why attend? Engage with industry leaders, gain fresh perspectives from expert speakers, and explore innovative approaches to talent, engagement, and organisational growth - all set against the relaxed backdrop of golf, wine tasting, and the beauty of the Hunter Valley. Reserve your spot today and help shape the future of HR. #HRSymposium #GoWhereTheLeadersAre

We're proud to introduce our first international keynote speaker at L&D Symposium 2025 (12-13 June)!   Please welcome to the stage Kathleen Mattie, Executive Director of Global Learning and Leadership Development at Estée Lauder.   Kathleen will share insights on "What to Expect When You’re Expecting to Build a Skills-Based Organisation" - exploring the importance of prioritising the soft skills - such as leadership, accountability, and ownership - that are essential in driving business success.    Are you attending? Follow the link in the comments to secure your spot!   #LDSymposium #GoWhereTheLeadersAre

Excited to be part of the Advisory Board for the PeopleX Collective by Ashton Media L&D Symposium. Honor to get to know the L&D stars in the group and get to know everyone a little more while helping shape this great event. Last year was such a well-run event and such a great opportunity to meet so many people I only knew virtually. Had some great takeaways and connections from the days and can't wait to do it again. Even better that it's in my own backyard and right in the middle of the hunter valley vineyard! Definitely encourage anyone checking it out or trying to pick an event for the year to come along. #LDSymposium For more information: https://lnkd.in/gknkUDmY Arun Pradhan Melissa Anderson Jan Roden Helen Lenehan Ryan Tracey Deepti Sachdeva Michelle Gibson Nick Theori Simon Jobson Edward Ray

Calling HR leaders in Victoria 📢 We’re thrilled to officially announce the launch of the HR Retreat, running in the Mornington Peninsula on 9-10 October!   Say hello to a unique out-of-city event tailored to the HR leaders of Victoria. It’s more than a standard conference or exhibition; the #HRRetreat is an immersive experience combining inspiring content and unparalleled networking opportunities, all set against the stunning backdrop of one of Victoria's most picturesque regions. No expo booths, no boring conference rooms; just real conversations.   What do our 2024 guests have to say about their incredible experience attending one of our events? “There are a lot of very knowledgeable and very experienced HR professionals here, which is incredibly valuable as we navigate the challenges of the current market.” Ben Gamble, Group Head of Workforce Optimisation, Westpac   Victoria, #GoWhereTheLeadersAre

We’ve all had those “What was I thinking?!” moments. 🤦♀️ Deepti Sachdeva, Head of Enterprise Capability & Transformation at Westpac, knows them well and she’s here to share how failures, missteps, and unexpected lessons helped shape her leadership journey. What to expect from the episode: ✅ The difference between knowing something and teaching it ✅ Why critical thinking is a non-negotiable superpower ✅ How tech is transforming learning and leadership ✅ The magic of delegation (and admitting when you don’t know something!) ✅ Why the best ideas sometimes hit… in the most unexpected places! Deepti’s honest, insightful, and sometimes hilarious take on leadership and growth is a must-listen. Hit play now on your favorite podcast platform! As always thanks to our host Tomas Haffenden! #TheMistakesThatShapedMe #Podcast

As Global Head of Learning & Leadership Development at Rolls-Royce, Mary Glowacka came looking for an event that challenged the status quo - and she found it at the L&D Symposium 2024!   What exactly did Mary find?   ✔️ Phenomenal thought leaders shaping the future of L&D ✔️ Honest conversations tackling real challenges ✔️ A safe space for bold ideas and experimentation ✔️ World-class practitioners sharing what actually works   Mary shared, "It was one of the most memorable, invigorating, and valuable experiences. The team at Ashton designed a truly seamless, inspiring, and informative event. I felt so welcome and supported thanks to each and every one of you. Thank you for the opportunity to meet so many phenomenal leaders down under."   💡 100% of past attendees would recommend it. Will you be there at the Hunter Valley in June to check off your own list?   📅 12–13 June 2025 | Rydges Resort, Hunter Valley   🔗 Apply now and secure your place: https://lnkd.in/gXaJvc6G   #LDSymposium #GoWhereTheLeadersAre

What an Icon! We loved this chat with Michael Kim, Spotify's Head of HR for JAPAC & SAMEA. Michael shares how choosing a high-paying job as a new parent taught him the true cost of prioritising money over fulfilment and by creating psychological safety, you are fueling innovation! Hit play now and don't make the mistake of missing this one: bit.ly/4huRzZ3 Big thank you to Michael for coming on and sharing with us, and as always, thanks to our host Tomas Haffenden. #TheMistakesThatShapedMe

We’re thrilled to introduce the stellar Advisory Board for our upcoming HR Symposium (7–8 August) at the beautiful Hunter Valley! They hail from leading organisations—Stryker, Rest Super, Hilton, Endeavour Energy (NSW), CHEP, Foxtel Group, TAFE NSW, Life Without Barriers, Aware Super, SunRice Group, Anglicare Sydney, BGIS, Penrith City Council, Publicis Groupe, Macquarie Group, and Domain—bringing a powerhouse of expertise to shape this year’s program. They’ve been collaborating with the Ashton Media team to shape our best program yet—stay tuned for the big reveal soon! This is your must-attend event for HR professionals looking to stay ahead and discover forward-thinking insights. 🎟️ Apply now to reserve your spot—spaces are limited! https://lnkd.in/gc7dmZr3 #HRSymposium #GoWhereTheLeadersAre

"I'm honoured to serve on the L&D Symposium Advisory Board given the diverse, high calibre development specialists the event attracts. I hope we can continue sparking rich dialogue and sharing of best practices to lift our impact addressing the complex challenges our organisations face. I look forward to continuing my learning journey with this wonderful professional community in 2025." Thanks so much for your support Jan Roden - see you in the Hunter. Link in the comments for more info. Reach out to Melissa Lefebvre to secure your delegate place. Reach out to Jamie Carroll for commercial opportunities. #LDSymposium #GoWhereTheLeadersAre 

[FREE DOWNLOAD] We’ll be diving into the biggest themes that are keeping L&D leaders up at night at the L&D Symposium, 12-13 June, Hunter Valley. Here are two from the L&D Trends Report which you can access for free. 💬 Simply comment 'L&D' on this post and one of the Ashton Media team will send it to you. The report is agnostic and has been painstakingly crafted through hours of conversations with Australia’s most-important L&D leaders. Find out more about the L&D Symposium - link in the comments. #LDSymposium  #GoWhereTheLeadersAre