Beyond Technical Excellence: Transitioning Successfully from Expert to Leader 

Technical expertise can open the door to leadership, but succeeding as a leader requires a different set of skills. 

As careers progress, professionals are often expected to move beyond being technical specialists to leading teams, influencing decisions and creating environments where others can thrive. While technical knowledge remains valuable, leadership success increasingly depends on communication, trust, collaboration and the ability to bring out the best in others. 

Join WIS QLD for Beyond Technical Excellence: Transitioning Successfully from Expert to Leader, a facilitated breakfast panel discussion exploring the transition from technical expert to effective leader. 

Drawing on their own leadership journeys, our panellists will share practical insights into making this career shift, balancing technical expertise with people leadership, and developing the confidence to lead through influence rather than individual expertise. You'll hear honest reflections on the challenges they've faced, the lessons they've learned and the strategies that have helped them succeed. 

Whether you're preparing for your first leadership role or looking to strengthen your leadership capability, this discussion will provide practical ideas and perspectives to support your professional growth. 

Panellists:

- Deb McDonnell - Manager - Culture, Inclusion and Wellbeing, Australian Retirement Trust

- Fi Mann - Head of Listed Equities and Sustainable Investing, Brighter Super

- Annette Meyns - General Manager, Apex Admin Platform, Novigi

Facilitator: 

Anthony Schiavo - General Manager, Brand, Marketing & Communications, Novigi

Who should attend? 

This event is suitable for professionals at all career stages who are looking to strengthen their leadership capability and navigate the transition from technical expert to leader. 

Please note: If purchasing a table, the capacity is 8 x guests per table.