Ahead
Game
FEMALE LEADERS PROGRAM
Ahead of the Game is a one of a kind
experience that has been specifically developed
for aspirational women leaders in the sporting
industry, designed to challenge, encourage,
provoke and inspire participants to greater
levels of success.
K E Y O U T C O M E S F R O M PA R T I C I PAT I N G
IN AHEAD OF THE GAME INCLUDE:
> acceleration of readiness – better equipped to meet
the leadership opportunities and challenges of sporting
organisations
> a deeper understanding of self – your leadership style and its
impact on others (and how to navigate your strengths and opportunities
for development)
> a strengthened professional network and increased capacity
to identify and develop relationships with mentors
> gain an action oriented focus on leading people and creating
value within your organisation
T H E H OW
Ahead of the Game provides
a platform for discussion and
exploration around a number
of key leadership themes, as
well as addresses the unique
challenges that women in
leadership positions encounter.
Essential for leaders at all
stages who want to expand
their thinking and explore new
approaches, Ahead of the
Game is a boutique program,
with small participant numbers
ensured for maximum
learning outcomes.
The program is delivered in Melbourne over 3.5 days in 2016.
This will be an initial two days in February, a third day in May and a follow
up / closure half day session in November, with participants able to
access support and coaching between sessions via email and phone.
With time and coaching support in between sessions, this gives
participants an opportunity to complete follow up work and tasks, and
to take the learning back to their environment and then debrief their
results, deepening the learning experience and accelerating the return
on investment for organisations.
Ahead of the Game – Female Leaders
Program serves to be a game changer for
not only the participants, but also the
organisations they work for.
T H E W H AT
Key themes that will be explored during the program are:
> leadership styles (behavioural analysis using extended DISC)
> personal brand
> having successful crucial conversations
> strengthening the skills of influencing
> making effective decisions
> developing teams and the impact of culture
> fostering strong values based relationships and networks
> preparing a personal leadership action plan
A B O U T YO U R FA C I L I TAT O R
Leigh Russell
Leigh Russell GAICD – High performance coach and
public speaker/facilitator with qualifications in the arts,
teaching, counselling, career counselling and business.
She is an accomplished sports leader, having developed a successful
career building, growing and leading across challenging high
performance environments, with significant understanding of sport
at all levels through working with AFL teams, the AFLPA, the
Melbourne Vixens and national and state sporting organisations.
Leigh has undertaken a variety of roles - welfare, people and culture, learning
and development, strategy development, and leadership and governance. Leigh’s
successful track record points to a solid understanding of the power in building
effective strategy aligned with the need to develop and nurture people, who will
in turn create success.
Leigh was the first woman to hold a senior executive position within an AFL Club
(working across football and administration) and the youngest CEO appointed in
Netball Victoria’s history.
Currently, Leigh runs Inspired Heads, a management consultancy and coaching
practice that specialises in working with sport and corporate organisations
around leadership, high performance, governance, building positive cultures and
executive coaching.
With business partner Bianca Chatifeld, she founded ‘The Ignition Project’ – an
online leadership and personal development program for women. She serves
as Chairman and director on various sport and NFP boards, and is also the
‘Performance Coach’ on Foxtel’s, The Recruit.
Leigh is a professional member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors
and the Australian Human Resources Institute. Leigh is also a Myers Briggs
Practitioner and an Extended DISC® Accredited Consultant and Trainer.
What past participants are saying about
Ahead
“
Game
Sometimes it is hard to make the decision to
take the ‘time out’ to focus on yourself and your
leadership style.
But this course was worth every second and
every cent.
I would highly recommend it to anyone wanting to
build their confidence and determination to be an
authentic leader.”
Hilary Shelton
C E O, AC H P E R
“
Leigh you’re a very inspiring individual and I
hope you know how much of an impact the
program has already had on me – I already
see it changing the shape of my career, but
not even limited to that, just changing the way
I operate in general!”
Jodie Butcher
PA R T N E R S H I P S S E R V I C E S M A N A G E R , C R I C K E T A U S T R A L I A
“
Thank you for the wealth of knowledge provided
and shared though Ahead of the Game.
Daily I’m reminded of, or noticing that I’m picking
up on things and therefore acting and going about
my work and life differently, due to the program.
It’s been fantastic – thank you!”
Jade Colgan
E X E C U T I V E M A N A G E R – I N D I G E N O U S E M P L OY M E N T, A F L S P O R T S R E A DY
“
Ahead of the Game helped me by offering an environment to
not only discuss the challenges and opportunities in my career
but to learn more about myself through thought provoking
topics and discussion.
The result for me was being able to develop a clear plan
moving forward, a new network of colleagues and an
understanding of me and the kind of leader I would like to be.
What I like about Ahead of the Game was Leigh’s straight
talking and facilitation, which allowed for really open dialogue.
This clearly sets the program apart from anything else I have
experienced or heard of. I found the experience enjoyable,
challenging but most of all critical to my career.
I would recommend Ahead of the Game to anyone looking
to not only progress their career but do the hard work that is
required for change.”
Kristen Beams
PA S T P L AY E R , G A M E + P E R S O N A L D E V E L O P M E N T P R O G A M M A N A G E R ,
A U S T R A L I A N C R I C K E T E R S A S S O C I AT I O N
“
I would absolutely recommend Ahead of the
Gameto any women aspiring to or working in
leadership roles in sport.
The course was a fantastic opportunity
to take time out for self reflection and to
develop meaningful action plans to develop
personal leadership skills.
Leigh’s knowledge of the sporting industry
and passion for people and culture ensured
excellent content, all delivered in an upbeat
and engaging manner.”
Belinda Kelverlaan
E X E C U T I V E M A N AG E R , T E N N I S V I C TO R I A
“
Ahead of the Game was exactly the spark I
needed at this point in my working life.
Meeting other like-minded women and exploring
aspects of myself and my leadership style have
really given me the fire in the belly and the
courage to begin planning for the next phase of
my career.
After completing the 3 day leadership labs and
the individual mentoring sessions, I feel motivated
and driven to achieve my goals and help make a
difference in the lives of others.”
Nicky Couston
AT H L E T E W E L FA R E + D E V E L O P M E N T M E N T O R , H AW T H O R N
FOOTBALL CLUB
T H E D E TA I L S
2016 Program Dates
2 initial days: 23 and 24 Feb 2016
1 follow up day: 18 May 2016
PLUS half day wrap up: 25 Nov 2016
Includes unlimited coaching support Feb - Dec.
Investment
$3,400 + GST
Early Bird discount rate if booked
and paid by 8 Dec 2015: $2,995 +GST.
Places are strictly limited and,
in previous years, have filled quickly.
To enrol, or for more information:
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.inspiredheads.com.au