Professional development.
Develop as a leader with practical learning and powerful conversations from across the network
We host numerous events each month for our members, each recorded and added to the resource library.
Professional
development sessions with industry leaders
Networking the network sessions to leverage The Connection Table
Brunch with Friends - connecting the network with thought leaders
Special events with key partners from across the globe

Got professional development budget?
Connected Leadership: Governance & Group Effectiveness is a practical, self-paced leadership and governance certification designed for people contributing to boards, committees, organisations and community groups.
Built specifically for rural Australia, this flexible program helps participants strengthen their confidence in governance, communication, decision-making and group effectiveness, with practical tools that can be applied immediately in workplaces and communities.
Every enrolment also includes 12 months access to The Connection Table network, connecting participants into ongoing professional development, strategic conversations and meaningful connections with leaders across industries and communities.
What's on?
Our resource library.
Our resource library is packed with recordings of the world class professional development sessions we’ve already delivered across the network. Members can access it on demand at a time that suits you, with more sessions added each month.
Governance
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Governance and board development
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Good governance practices
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Governance compliance
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Committee management
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Chair and treasurer responsibilities
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Governance vs operations
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Group decision-making
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Risk management for small organisations
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Strategic planning and focus
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Meetings with real outcomes
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Measuring and reporting impact
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Sustainable organisational impact
Speaking and MCing
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Telling and selling your story
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Public speaking opportunities
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How to write a memorable keynote
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Personal branding and speaking profiles
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Visibility and influence
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The Art of MCeeing
Boards and Advisory Panels
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Board appointments and board recruitment
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Board-ready CVs and applications
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Advisory board positions
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ASX and NFP boards
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Leadership under pressure
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Leading through change and transformation
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Leadership opportunities
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Access to decision-making tables
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Government, industry and community roles
Networking
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Strategic networking
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Leveraging LinkedIn
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Metro–rural connections and bridges
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Mentorship
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Alumni networks and “what’s next” after leadership programs
