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Empower Your Leadership Journey

Join Ascend CEO Academy for transformative group workshops designed to cultivate real-world leadership skills for emerging and existing leaders. 

Experience hands-on guidance drawn from more than 20 years Executive and CEO leadership experience in the Not-For-Profit, Aboriginal Services and Small Business sectors. 

Take the next step in your leadership journey today!

Governance and Organisational Design

  • Review and audit of Board Governance Policies and strategies.
  • Fit-for-purpose organisational design.
  • Financial strategies for sustainability.
  • Strategic Planning.
  • Succession Planning. 

Remote or onsite delivery.


Leadership Bootcamp – working with managers, senior staff and emerging leaders to equip them with a clear understanding of the essentials of leadership including, but not limited to:

  • From Manager to Leader (Captain to Coach).
  • 10 key differences between Management and Leadership.
  • Think, act and speak like a leader.
  • Mechanic vs Gardener.
  • Empowering others to shine.
  • Build confidence and resilience (in self and others).
  • Take responsibility, give credit.
  • Catch them doing something right.

Open workshop or tailored to your organisation’s requirements and delivered onsite.


Leadership Mastery – working with leaders to gain a deeper understanding of, and enhance their leadership style and skills by focusing on:

  • The 5 powerbases of leadership.
  • Know yourself - Leadership types and styles.
  • Corporate Governance for growth and sustainability.
  • The Coaching Continuum.
  • Purpose over preference.
  • Be the last to speak.
  • Authentic and ethical leadership.
  • Effective decision-making strategies (Q C T).

Open workshop or tailored to your organisation’s requirements and delivered onsite.


Executive Performance Coaching – working intensively in a one-on-one format with CEOs and senior Executives including, but not limited to:

  • A personalised leadership development approach.
  • Leadership capability building.
  • Strategic decision mentorship.
  • Effective Board and Governance strategies.
  • Financial management and Governance strategies.
  • Organisational health check.
  • Strategic planning.

Remote or onsite delivery. 

Practical Leadership Skills

Our workshops equip you with actionable tools to enhance your leadership style and effectiveness, setting you up for success in your role.

Team Cohesion Strategies

Learn methods to strengthen collaboration among team members, helping to create a positive and productive work environment.

Diversity in Leadership

Engage in discussions that highlight the importance of diverse perspectives, promoting inclusivity within leadership roles.

Our retreats are designed for new, incumbent and aspirant CEOs within the 

Not-For-Profit, Aboriginal Services and Small Business sectors, as well as emerging leaders looking to develop their skills.

We focus on applied leadership skills, real-world scenarios, mentorship techniques, and networking strategies.

Retreats typically last a weekend, but we also offer flexible options based on the needs of the participants.

Our retreats include workshops, group activities, one-on-one coaching sessions, and networking opportunities.

Yes, all meals are included to ensure participants are energized and focused throughout the retreat.

You can register directly through our website by selecting the retreat that best suits your needs.