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Talent Return Events
Melbourne: Revolving Doors - The Ins and Outs for Global Australians
Wednesday April 9, 2008 @ 6pm
MELBOURNE Wednesday, 9 April 2008, 6-8pm
Investment Centre
Level 46
55 Collins Street
Melbourne 3000
Keynote Speaker: Andrew Butcher - As former chief spokesman for News Corporation in New York, Victoria's Andrew Butcher has come a long way from his start as a copyboy for the Melbourne Sun. Recently returned to Australia and now director of international communications for Telstra, Andrew will share his insights on his work in New York and back home in Melbourne with two of Australia's most famous companies.
Special Guest: The Hon Theo Theophanous, Minister for Industry & Trade, Major Project & Information Technology
Please join us at the Investment Centre to listen to a keynote address by Andrew Butcher while enjoying drinks and the opportunity to expand your horizons.
This special Revolving Doors event – the first to be held in Victoria - coincides with the exciting launch of Victorians Abroad.
PAST EVENTS
Melbourne: Revolving Doors - The Ins and Outs for Global Australians
Wednesday April 9, 2008 @ 6pm
Victorians Abroad was launched at Advance’s Revolving Doors networking event on 9 April in Melbourne. An enthusiastic crowd gathered to share stories about their overseas experiences with those about to follow their paths. The stunning panoramic views from the 46th floor of the ANZ tower provided a great backdrop for a performance by the acclaimed Tin Alley String Quartet and the official speeches.
The Minister for Industry and Trade, Theo Theophanous, launched the Victorians Abroad project. He highlighted the value the Government places on the international experience gained by Australian professionals and introduced the keynote speaker, Andrew Butcher, Director of International Communications for Telstra. Andrew entertained and inspired the crowd with colourful stories of his time as Chief Spokesperson for News Corporation in New York. [More...]
Thursday August 30, 2007
Advance was pleased to host the first of our Revolving Doors events in Sydney on Thursday 30th August at the Mitchell Library. Regina Sutton, CEO of the State Library, an expat herself, welcomed the group and offered some reflections on the value of a network for returning Australians. Held in the Friends Room at the Mitchell Library, guests were treated to a display of rare treasures of the library, including William Bligh’s journal during Mutiny on the Bounty and the original manuscript of Dorothy McKellar’s I Love A Sunburnt Country (then called Core of My Heart).In addition to viewing the national treasures, guests enjoyed a presentation by one of Australia’s shining stars in the world of advertising, Matt Eastwood, currently National Creative Director/Vice Chairman of DDB Australia. [More...]
Tuesday, September 25, 2007 - 6.30-8.30pm
New York - Financial Services Wine Tasting Event
Russell Reynolds Associates, in conjunction with Advance - Global Australian Professionals, hosted an "Old World vs. New World Wines" tasting evening in New York on Tuesday September 25th 2007. The event was for senior financial services professionals interested in networking with their peers, along with one of the strongest financial services practice groups in the Australian executive search industry.
Monday, September 24, 2007 - 6.30-8.30pm
London - Financial Services Wine Tasting Event
Russell Reynolds Associates, in conjunction with Advance - Global Australian Professionals, hosted an "Old World vs. New World Wines" tasting evening in London on Monday September 24th 2007. The event was for senior financial services professionals interested in networking with their peers, along with one of the strongest financial services practice groups in the Australian executive search industry.
Wednesday, June 13, 2007 - 6.00-9.00pm
Hong Kong - Financial Services Wine Tasting Event
Russell Reynolds Associates and Advance hosted the first ever events in Asia as part of the Advance Talent Return Initiative, which aims to ensure that Australians overseas are well-informed about the wealth of opportunities in the increasingly dynamic Australian market, should they be considering a return to Australia at any point in the future.
On Wednesday, June 13 2007, 45 Australians gathered for a pleasant evening of wine tasting and networking, held at the Tower Wine Club, on the penthouse floor of the Republic Plaza in the heart of the central business district in Singapore. With a stunning backdrop of panoramic floor-to-ceiling views over Singapore and out to sea, attendees went for “A Taste Around Australia”, led by Arjen Blom of Asian Wine Connection, taking in wines from Western Australia, New South Wales, Tasmania and South Australia. [More...]
Thursday, June 14, 2007 - 6.00-9.00pm
Singapore - Financial Services Wine Tasting Event
Russell Reynolds Associates and Advance hosted the first ever events in Asia as part of the Advance Talent Return Initiative, which aims to ensure that Australians overseas are well-informed about the wealth of opportunities in the increasingly dynamic Australian market, should they be considering a return to Australia at any point in the future.
On Thursday, June 14, 2007, 55 Australians from the financial services industry braved a determined mid-summer’s thunderstorm and headed to The China Club, in the Old Bank of China Building, one of Hong Kong’s historic landmarks. In a cosy, wood-paneled room, surrounded by paintings and works of art by contemporary Chinese artists, attendees had the chance to taste wines from several boutique wineries in South Australia, guided by Adelaide Cellardoor’s Jess Harris. [More...]
Tuesday May 8, 2007 - 6.00 pm
Mountain View, California - Google Australia
Google London - Advance Senior Financial Services Members
Russell Reynolds Associates, in conjunction with Advance - Global Australian Professionals, invited senior financial services professionals to a networking event in London on Monday November 6th 2006.
The Russell Reynolds Associates Australian Financial Services Team hosted the event for members interested in networking with the Australian expatriate community as well as one of the strongest financial services practice groups in the Australian executive search industry. Russell Reynolds' clients are increasingly keen to connect with the strong pool of Australian talent offshore and this event updated guests on the current market trends and issues in. Attendees also enjoyed some fine Australian wines presented by Peter McKinley of McKinley Vintners.
Thursday November 2, 2006 - 6:30-8 pm
New York - Advance Senior Financial Services Members
Russell Reynolds Associates, in conjunction with Advance - Global Australian Professionals, invited senior financial services professionals to a Wine Tasting Evening in New York City on Thursday November 2nd 2006.
The Russell Reynolds Associates Australian Financial Services Team hosted the event for members interested in networking with the Australian expatriate community as well as one of the strongest financial services practice groups in the Australian executive search industry. Russell Reynolds' clients are increasingly keen to connect with the strong pool of Australian talent offshore and this event updated attendees on the current market trends and issues in Australia. Guests also enjoyed some fine Australian wines and cheeses!
Friday October 20, 2006 - 8 am-9:15am
New York - Advance Senior Financial Services Members
On Friday morning, Mr David Hui, Region Practice Leader, Korn Ferry Asia, met with a select group of leading Australians in Financial Services to discuss developments in the Australian financial sector and the market for talent in Australia and Asia.
The event was by invitation only and was held at the Private Dining Room, Alex Hotel, 205 East 45th Street, New York, NY.
Opportunities for Talent Return Partners to Join the Initiative
If your company is interested in partnering with us in this exciting program, please complete the contact form below and indicate your interest and we will get back to you with a proposal outlining how you can join the initiative.
