Victorian Annual Dinner 2026

Leading Transformation: Lessons from the Front Line

Transformation is rarely straightforward. It requires leaders to make difficult decisions, navigate uncertainty and bring people with them, often while managing significant commercial, operational and stakeholder pressures.

At this year’s Annual Dinner, Christine Holgate will share lessons from the front line of transformation, drawing on her experience leading large and complex organisations through periods of significant change.

In this candid and practical conversation, Christine will explore:

• What effective transformation leadership looks like when the stakes are high

• How leaders can balance long term strategy with immediate commercial and operational pressures

• The role of boards in challenging, supporting and guiding organisations through major change

• How to build alignment and bring people with you when change is difficult

• The leadership decisions that can determine whether transformation succeeds or stalls

• Lessons from navigating complexity, uncertainty and competing stakeholder expectations

With insights drawn from her own leadership experience, Christine will offer practical lessons for directors and leaders facing transformation in their own organisations.

This signature event provides an opportunity to connect with peers, strengthen professional networks, and reflect on the evolving landscape of governance and leadership.

Please note, seating will be pre-allocated. If you wish to sit next to other registered guests, or would like to book a table, please email us at nationalevents@aicd.com.au.