Leading Through The 2026 Noise | The Performance Chain

Leading Through the 2026 Noise

Adelaide Talent Meetup x The Performance Chain

The past year has challenged assumptions, tested resilience and reshaped the way organisations attract, engage and retain talent. From economic uncertainty and workforce shortages to AI disruption and changing employee expectations, leaders have been required to make decisions in an increasingly noisy environment.

Join us for an engaging and thought-provoking evening as a panel of South Australia's leading executives share how they are navigating uncertainty, maintaining focus, and leading their organisations through complexity and change.

This is not another presentation about trends. It's an honest conversation about leadership, decision-making, culture, communication and performance in a rapidly evolving world.

What we'll explore

• How leaders cut through competing priorities and distractions

• Maintaining culture, engagement and performance during periods of change

• Communicating with clarity when uncertainty is high

• Leading teams through disruption, transformation and workforce challenges

• The opportunities and risks presented by AI and emerging technologies

• What effective leadership looks like in 2026 and beyond

Meet our Moderator

Ali Clarke

Ali spent more than 20 years in Australian media. She hosted top-rating breakfast radio on ABC Adelaide, Mix 102.3 and Triple M, and reported for Channel 9 and The Advertiser. She now leads messaging and community engagement at Sport SA, sits on the Rugby SA board, and runs her own consultancy helping leaders communicate with clarity.

On the night, Ali will be in the chair, keeping the panel honest and bringing the room into the conversation.

Event Details

📅 Wednesday 21 October 2026
🕓 Doors Open: 4:30pm
🎤 Panel Discussion: 5:30pm – 6:45pm
🤝 Networking: 6:45pm onwards

Why Attend?

Whether you're a business leader, HR professional, people manager, talent practitioner or simply interested in the future of leadership, this event will provide practical insights, fresh perspectives and valuable connections.

Expect candid discussion, audience participation and meaningful networking with professionals from across South Australia's business community.

Places are limited. Secure your ticket today.