A one-day workshop delivered in two parts:

Communication professionals, are you looking for a way to be more influential in your organisation?

Are you frustrated that communication is not taken seriously or that your ideas are not being heard?

Empower yourself with the skills and strategies needed to create a lasting impact in today's fast-paced, competitive business landscape.

This one-of-a-kind workshop is a collaboration between the Centre for Strategic Communication Excellence and Artis Advisory, designed to address communication professionals' unique challenges.

The workshop offers two thought-provoking, stimulating, and challenging sessions:

AM: Mastering Influence & Impact

Unlock the mindset and techniques to excel as a communication leader in this empowering session. You'll learn how to:

Influence and engage executive-level stakeholders
Communicate with maximum impact
Foster a culture of trust and innovation

Using cutting-edge research and proven strategies, we'll equip you with the tools to elevate your presence, ignite your career, and drive real value for your organisation.

PM: Corporate Snakes & Career Ladders®

Experience a ground-breaking, neuroscience-backed business simulation that makes learning unforgettable. In this interactive session, you'll:

Assume the role of the CCO in the C-suite of a global corporation
Navigate stakeholder priorities and four complex, real-world scenarios
Deepen strategic thinking and decision-making skills
Practice what it takes to become a business leader in your organisation

You'll emerge with a fresh perspective on communication leadership, valuable insights into your behaviour, and practical tools for boosting collaboration and consensus-building within your organisation.

Workshop Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this comprehensive workshop, you will:

Master the art of influencing up and across senior teams with impact
Build relationships of trust based on empathy and common goals
Expand your emotional intelligence and identify opportunities for growth
Learn strategic thinking skills and actions needed to move beyond functional roles to deliver impact
Build your confidence in engaging with executive leaders and navigating stakeholder relationships
Gain a fresh perspective on communication leadership and strategic thinking
Learn how to navigate challenges and drive impact in your organization

Who should attend:

Mid-career professionals, who work in internal communication, external communication, employee engagement, corporate affairs, marketing, or public relations who want to build their strategic communication skills and confidence. Those leading teams, projects, or having to influence others within the organisation, including executive leaders.

Seasoned professionals or those in career transition who may benefit from a fun, strategic-thinking refresher.

Career Level: Generalist/Specialist, Strategic Advisor, Business Leader

About your expert workshop leaders

Together, Sia Papageorgiou, FRSA, SCMP, and Zora Artis, GAICD, IABC Fellow SCMP, FAMI, CMP, have more than 73 awards in strategic communication and leadership, demonstrating their commitment to excellence in their field.

Sia Papageorgiou is a managing partner at the Centre for Strategic Communication Excellence and co-founder of The Alignment People and the Gifted Professionals and Communicators Community. She's a multi-award-winning communication leader on a mission to elevate the value and visibility of communication professionals and help them become trusted, strategic, and in-demand advisors.

Zora Artis is CEO of Artis Advisory, co-founder of The Alignment People and Australia Lead for Archetypical Worldwide. She has over three decades of experience working with a wide range of brands in the public, private, and non-profit sectors across various industries. As Australia’s leading Alignment, Brand, and Communication Strategist, she works with executive and senior leaders to unlock value in their people, brands, and organisations for impact and smart growth.

Don't miss this unparalleled opportunity to supercharge your career and transform your organisation. Reserve your spot in the Influential Communication Leader Workshop now, and take a step toward a more impactful future!

8:45am registration for 9am start. Finish at 5pm. Refreshments and lunch are included.