Penny Diamantakiou
Previous CFO Nearmap (ASX:NEA),
CFO Woolies X (ASX:WOW) and
Interim CEO Maggie Beer Holdings (ASX:MBH).
Telstra awards judge.
Testimonials from past participants
“It is often when you least expect it that a development opportunity pops up that has the ability to stretch you out of your comfort zone, challenge your problem solving skills and make you think seriously about your calibre as a “Strategic CEO”.
I experienced that and so much more when an inspiring group of experienced executives and myself came together to participate in the recent CEO Succession Program chaired by the impressive Michele Phillips.
Thanking some of our lead external mentors / presenters Peter James, Mark Richardson, Dominique Powrie, Geoffrey Boscoe, and Kris Webb.
Highly recommended for those looking to elevate to the next role.”
Tristan Butt
CEO, End Food Waste Australia.
Previous Partner KPMG,
Group Director, Harris Farm, and
Sales Director, Mars
“As part of my ongoing investment in growth and leadership, I completed the CEO Selection Program — a sharply-focused, strategic course for executives preparing to step into the CEO role in listed or private businesses.
The depth of insight from seasoned CEOs, chairs, and search professionals made it a standout experience. Thank you in particular to Michele Phillips, Mark Richardson, Dominique Powrie, Peter James and Marcus Derwin for their generosity of time and insights shared throughout the course.
Highly recommended for those serious about their next leadership chapter.”
Managing Director,
Consumer Retail.
“I did the AICD program because I was looking for what else I could do to get that extra insight. The AICD is a content heavy, industrial grade course.
The CEO Program is more interactive, experiential and specifically targeted to upscaling executives to prepare them for the CEO selection process. The AICD does not play in this space: it provides a nominal after your name but should not be the first port of call if your goal is to be selected as the CEO.”
Chief Financial Officer,
Financial Services.
“NIKE ……..just do it ! The best day and a half investment you could make if you are planning to be a CEO. It will add value incrementally vs other courses.
Provides rare insights into the CEO selection process which can’t be gained anywhere else.”
Chief Marketing Officer,
Fast moving consumer goods.
Previous Director, M&C Saatchi
“As a CMO, the CEO Selection Program opened my eyes. I really didn’t understand till I did the course. It was a penny drop moment that shifted my thinking. I now know my gaps as a CMO and I’ve started with some specific changes. It was really, really worth it. I think more people need to know this.”
Managing Director,
Financial Services.
Previously, GM, ME Bank
“My previous employer engaged a well known leadership development firm. The feedback provided was limited and participants were provided with training recommendations without any context, leaving me to presume the findings.
By contrast, the CEO Succession course brought a completely different lens.
The frank and fearless feedback on how to position yourself and the case study where you present to your peers drives home the gaps you need to close if you are an aspiring CEO.
For any Board or CEO who is on a CEO succession journey, or an aspiring Exec who is thinking of the pathway to CEO, you must consider the CEO Succession course. I doubt a better alternative exists.”
Chief Revenue Officer,
Technology and Media.
Previously Sales Director,
Seven West Media (ASX:SWM).
“Over the last 6 months I’ve been fortunate to have gone through 2 different CEO courses.
After completing The Future CEO course first, I was blown away by the additional insights I received on the CEO Succession Program.
There were lightbulb moments that allowed me to better understand what peers and stakeholders were seeking, and where I could best focus on improving skills sets and create an engagement plan with relevant stakeholders to ensure the organisation got the very best out of me and I was able to get the very best out of my organisation.
The program was succinct and thought provoking with all the speakers relevant, interesting and engaging. With many actions that I’m using to this day, I recommend the CEO Succession Program highly as the best call for People and Culture leads, Boards and Rem Committees to have in their succession governance.”