Benefolk Hot Topic Lunch & Networking - Change Fit: Leading with Confidence for 2026 and Beyond

HOT TOPIC LUNCH

Change Fit: Leading with confidence for 2026 and beyond

** Limited Seats 

** Last event sold out in 3 weeks - don’t delay!

Dates & Locations:

• Sydney: Thursday, 30 October 2025, 12.30 - 3pm 

• Brisbane: Thursday, 13 November 2025, 12.30 - 3pm 

• Melbourne: Thursday, 27 November 2025, 12.30 - 3pm 

• Online Session: Thursday, 20 November 2025, 12- 1pm

AN INTERACTIVE LEARNING EXPERIENCE 

The intersection between Culture, Leadership, Change and AI is here and fast evolving. Everyone is facing change—funding shifts, reforms, restructures, AI disruption, mergers, new strategy, new people, new pressure.

At our next Hot Topic Lunch, we’re doing things differently. You’ll bring a real change you’re currently leading—or need to lead—and work on it in real time with two of the sector’s most experienced change facilitators: Jo Smyth (Twiga Group, co-founder of The Lewin Index) and Elise Sernik (Leadership Space).

Together, we’ll unpack your confidence to lead change, explore what's getting in the way, share practical tools you can use immediately to move forward—no jargon, no fluff.

We’ll also bring you a world-first tool — The Lewin Index — designed to revolutionalise the way your organisation does change. The Lewin Index brings the future to you - a powerful tool that analyses the confidence and sentiment of your people, to create your baseline for change.

Join us for a live, invigorating and interactive, future-focused learning experience designed specifically for leaders navigating change.

EXPECT TO CONNECT, REFLECT AND TEST NEW IDEAS! 

You will leave with:

• A clearer sense of what to keep doing and what to experiment with

• Insights and ideas into how to ignite mindsets that support change 

• Actionable tools to bring your team with you

• An ability to spot the signs that true lasting change is taking hold

• Clearer understanding of change tipping point (spoiler alert: it’s lower than you think!) 

• Strategies to track adoption and impact—not just activity

• And above all – more confidence to lead well

Finish 2025 with the confidence to tackle any change that 2026 brings your way!

WHY ATTEND? 

• Stay ahead of emerging best practices in leading and measuring change adoption.

• Gain actionable tools to confidently navigate and lead change within your organisation.

• Learn directly from experts and see innovative tools like The Lewin Index in action.

• Enhance your ability to forecast and influence successful change outcomes.

• Connect and network with fellow leaders facing similar change challenges across sectors.

WHO’S IT FOR? 

• Leaders, managers, and professionals responsible for driving or supporting change.

• Executives and directors wanting to better understand change adoption and impact

• Leaders facing uncertainty or disruption and wanting to lead with greater confidence

ABOUT YOUR FACILITATORS / PRESENTERS

Meet two of the outstanding specialists from the Benefolk Network: 

Elise Sernik – Founder & Principal, Leadership Space
Elise Sernik is a trusted partner to senior leaders and boards navigating complexity, growth, and transformation with over two decades specialising in the social purpose sector. As the founder of Leadership Space, Elise works at the intersection of leadership, strategy, culture and team performance. She brings deep insight into the human side of transformation, helping leaders and teams to cultivate adaptive leadership, collective effectiveness, and systemic thinking. Elise empowers purpose-driven organisations to thrive in times of transition—building cultures that are resilient, aligned, and achieving social impact.

Jo Smyth – Founder & Principal, Twiga Group

Jo Smyth is a highly regarded organisational strategist and change expert with over 25 years' experience guiding complex transformations across government, corporate, and for-purpose sectors. As the founder of Twiga Group and co-founder of The Lewin Index Jo helps leaders align strategy, culture, and communication to drive meaningful and lasting outcomes. Her strength lies in translating vision into actionable pathways that engage people at every level. Jo is passionate about supporting purpose-driven organisations to remain agile and resilient in rapidly evolving environments.

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SECTOR & WORKPLACE WELLBEING SUMMIT
Also check out the Benefolk Wellbeing Summit running over Aug/Sept. There's 12 sessions to help you and your board strengthen the wellbeing of your people. Read more / register here.

ADD AN EXPERT BAR SESSION 
Our speakers and 55+ other fabulous specialists are also available on the new Benefolk Expert Bar service, and there is a ticket option to add an Expert Bar pass which includes a 60 minute consultation. 

IN PERSON EVENTS

• Please indicate any dietary or accessibility requirements in the booking form. 

• Please note, due to our venue/catering restrictions, we are unable to provide Kosher meals. 

LEADERSHIP, CHANGE OR WELLBEING ON YOUR MIND NOW? 
If this topic is a key issue for you right now, and you need assistance, book in to speak with our team here.

THANKYOU TO OUR EVENT PARTNERS 
We couldn't put these events together without support from our partners. A big thanks to: 

• Tony and Ben and your fabulous team at GoSalary Packaging.

• Brendan and your awesome team at Next Dimension Accounting.

QUESTIONS 
Reach out to hello@benefolk.org with any questions.