Born Global: April 2024
Hello Friend, There is a lot to reflect on this month. Australians are reeling from the horrific attacks in Sydney over the last week, with emotional outpouring for the victims … Continued
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Overseas ANZAC Day Services
Let us know about an event not listed below. Please email us at [email protected] and we will add it. Canada Czechia France Hong Kong Ireland Italy Milan Rome Korea – … Continued
Born Global: March 2024
Hello Friend, The engagement and enthusiasm at the Advance Gala Dinner ️last week were truly outstanding ⭐️ 🥂. See the energy of the evening in the photo gallery, inspiring speeches, and … Continued
Celebrating impact and vision: The Ken Allen Award for Emerging Leadership
In the tapestry of global leadership and international relations, few threads are as vibrant and impactful as those woven by individuals who dedicate their lives to fostering connections and understanding … Continued
Born Global: February 2024
Hello Friend, With a flurry of events and impending deadlines, we’ve compiled a ✅ checklist to help you keep an eye on things! Advance’s Gala Dinner on March 14th will … Continued
Postcard from China: From TV Chef to Strategic Consultant
Heidi Dugan is a trailblazing Australian entrepreneur and media personality who has spent over two decades in China shaping the media landscape and enriching cross-cultural understanding. Can you tell us … Continued
Born Global: January 2024
Hello Friend, Happy New Year! We hope you had a great holiday and feel refreshed 🌚🎇 Here we are reflecting on an extraordinary past year with Advance and looking forward … Continued
Postcard from Maui: Using music to create meaningful connections
Andy Sharpe is the founder and CEO of SongDivision, a globally recognised company called on by Fortune 500’s, governments and associations in over 30 countries to strengthen corporate culture using music. First … Continued
Advance welcomes prominent global Australians as new Ambassadors
Advance is thrilled to announce the appointment of exceptional individuals to expand the network of Advance Ambassadors, each bringing a wealth of expertise and leadership. Advance’s Board Chair, Andrew Low, … Continued
Global Legal Career Moves
In an era of unparalleled connectivity, legal professionals are breaking traditional barriers to explore dynamic global career paths. The exploration into “Global Legal Career Moves” is inspired by the insightful … Continued
Postcard from Northern Ireland: From Traveller to Entrepreneur
Life is like riding a bicycle: you don’t fall off unless you stop pedaling. After nearly 20 years living abroad, Irene McAleese, Co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer at See.Sense, joined … Continued
Where to Celebrate the Festive Season
If you know of any other holiday meetups happening near you, please let us know 📧 China Beijing Ambassador’s Farewell Christmas Dinner Shanghai Aussie Christmas Lunch & Community Awards Hong … Continued
The Path Less Travelled: Recognising and addressing the signs of loneliness
By Johanna Pitman, CEO, Advance Living overseas can be a lonely business. We know that global Australians often experience the excitement of new social circles, simultaneously with periods of loneliness … Continued
Born Global: October 2023
Hello Friend, The referendum raised many conversations around the discrimination and disadvantage faced by indigenous Australians. As many of us try to explain the referendum, and the outcome, to our … Continued
Where to Watch the Melbourne Cup
Special Events HONG KONG – Australian Association of Hong Kong – Long Luncheon and After Party SINGAPORE – ANZA Singapore Melbourne Cup UAE – Australia Business Council Dubai Pubs/Bars (likely … Continued
Advance at the inaugural SXSW Sydney
The very first SXSW Sydney will bring together inspiring thinkers, creators and innovators from across the world for a series of conferences, festivals, an expo and parties. If you are … Continued
Diaspora policies and organisations around the world
Advance values the learnings, research and work of similar organisations around the world connecting diaspora with their home country. If any details are incorrect or out of date, please let … Continued
Where to Watch the Footy Finals
AFL Grand Final USA Arlington Austin Chicago Cincinnati Dallas Houston Huntington Beach Minneapolis Nashville New York Philadelphia Phoenix Portland Sacramento San Diego San Francisco Santa Monica Seattle UK London: Vauxhall … Continued
Postcard from San Diego: Starting a Festival
In the lead up to the opening of the San Diego Spirits Festival, Liz Edwards, the Founder and Director, shared with Advance her journey from Adelaide to the USA, and … Continued
Countdown to a Historic Referendum
We are on the brink of a significant moment in Australian history, with the date – 14 October – set for our first referendum in over two decades. Australia will … Continued
The Aussie scientist whose mission is to feed the world
“The potential is there, but you can’t eat potential.” It’s a borrowed line that appears in the final chapter of Glenn Denning’s new book that neatly encapsulates his approach to addressing one … Continued
Born Global: August 2023
Hello Friend, First up, the big reveal… We’re thrilled to introduce you to all 25 Advance GameChangers in the 2023 Global Australian Awards. 🌟 Do you know any of these extraordinary … Continued
Postcard from Sydney: Preparing the next generation of political leaders
After 12 years in politics, the Hon. Gabrielle Upton shared with Advance her global Australian roots, and her post-parliamentary endeavours to improve gender equality outcomes in Australian politics. How did … Continued
Australia’s Industry Growth Program
Enhancing Australia’s industrial and manufacturing capacity while bolstering resilience stands as a primary objective for the Australian Government. In pursuit of this goal, The Department of Industry, Science and Resources … Continued
Postcard from the Galápagos Islands: Surfing as a Force for Good
With over 20 years of experience as an adventurer, documentary film-maker and avid surfer, Sam Hilton has shared a bit of his story with Advance, and how he ended up … Continued
Born Global: July 2023
Hello friend, Each month the Advance team searches for relevant Aussie stories that may not receive international coverage… And there have been plenty to choose from in recent weeks! The fall-out from “Robodebt” … Continued
NextGen: Where are they now?
A glimpse into the inspiring journeys of our NextGen Program graduates. As we connect and rejoice in their success, we are committed to nurturing the next generation of Global Australians. … Continued
Postcard from Berlin: Start-ups want your international experience
Isobel Barry was a part of our Feb 2022 Nextgen program. She is now a Business Development Manager based in Berlin. Please tell us a little bit about yourself, where … Continued
Born Global: June 2023
Hello friend, Are you excited for the Women’s World Cup next month? We sure are! Don’t forget to tag us (@Advance / #AlwaysAustralian) if you’re getting in on the action. … Continued
The Innovation Equation: Unlocking Australia’s Research Commercialisation Success
By Robert Hughes, Advance.org Research & Insight. Australia’s track-record in research commercialisation is a persistent shortcoming in the nation’s innovation equation. To unpack this dilemma, Advance convened a Global Town … Continued
Want to work overseas? Here’s some advice from our members
In our May #BornGlobal newsletter, we asked you “What advice do you have for people wanting to work overseas?” Direct from the Advance community, here are a few things to keep in … Continued
Postcard from Singapore: Mastering the art and science of networking
Mayura Wagle was a part of our 2023 Nextgen program and is the Director of Investor Relations and Communications at ASLAN Pharmaceuticals, a clinical-stage biotech company. Please tell us a … Continued
Born Global: May 2023
Hello friend, What fascinating conversations we’ve had this month on thorny challenges for Australia. With help from our GameChangers and community of experts, our Global Town Hall tackled the issue … Continued
Advancing Solutions for Displaced People with Frances Voon
Kindly hosted by Gilbert+Tobin, Advance put on an intimate roundtable discussion with GameChanger and Executive Manager at the Kaldor Centre for International Refugee Law, Frances Voon. Key points of discussion … Continued
Woman of Influence: The Advisor
“The wealth management CEO Josephine Linden has seen it all. Here, she talks to Maureen Jordan about career uncertainty, falling in love, receiving the Order of Australia and how to … Continued
Postcard from Albany: Trust your instincts and make the move
Susannah Cramp is a PhD student at UWA Albany. Her research is part of the ‘Walking Together’ project, which brings together Noongar Traditional Owners and conservation scientists to care for … Continued
Nominations are open until March 20th for the Global Australian Awards 2023
Each year the Global Australian Awards presented by Advance, recognise the work of remarkable Australians making an extraordinary impact on the global stage in industry sectors that are of particular … Continued
Postcard from Dubai: Global Australians are prepared for anything
Adam Malouf Advance Ambassador in the United Arab Emirates Please tell us a little bit about yourself, where your home is in Australia, and where you now call home. I … Continued
Australia’s billion-dollar heartbreak: The ones that got away
“We hear of the brain drain when Australians leave the country, but never the brain gain when they return. Talented Australians may leave us and achieve success in other countries, … Continued
Global Australian Awards: Global Talent Award
Since 2022, the Global Australian Awards recognise the contribution of talented migrants who are supporting Australia’s future-facing economic recovery and growth. Australia is richer for international collaborations – through individuals … Continued
Global Australian Awards: Alumni Award
Each year the Global Australian Awards recognise the incredible achievements of international graduates of Australian Universities, who have leveraged their Australian education to achieve success and impact on a global … Continued
We Need to be Talent Makers, Not Talent Takers
“Unless businesses are proactive and creative in how they secure talent, the shortfall in skills will put significant pressure on growth, productivity and innovation in 2023… We need to look … Continued
Companies from Bunnings to Telstra redraw battle-lines in Australia’s talent war
Australia faces a skills shortage of about 500,000 workers. Advance chief executive Johanna Pitman said unless Australian businesses are “proactive and creative” in how they secure talent, the shortfall in … Continued
Postcard from Spain: Building and maintaining networks and relationships is key
Tim Grieve Contributor Please tell us a little bit about yourself, where your home is in Australia, and where you now call home. I was born and raised in Melbourne, … Continued
2022 Australia’s Year in Review
Too busy this year to keep up with everything that went on in Australia, but want to stay connected? It’s ok, we’ve got you covered. Here’s the 10 most important … Continued
Advance welcomes fresh perspective to the board with appointment of Prakash Rajah
Advance is delighted to share the appointment of Prakash Rajah, Principal – Private Equity at The Blackstone Group, to its board of directors, bringing with him a deep connection to … Continued
Eminent Australians to join Global Australian Awards Judging Panel
Advance is pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Sir Edward Byrne AC, renowned neuroscientist, academic and clinician, and Robyn Denholm, leading global technology executive, to the judging panel for … Continued
Postcard from London: Give it 6-8 weeks!
Di Macdonald Director of learning and development at James’s Place Please tell us a little bit about yourself, where your home is in Australia, and where you now call home. … Continued
Inquiry into Australia’s Handling of the COVID-19 Pandemic
An independent review of Australia’s response to COVID19 has noted, “The Australian Government should have made it easier for citizens and permanent residents to return to Australia during the pandemic.” … Continued
2022 SATELLITE EVENTS
SEE HOW WE CELEBRATED OUR 2022 GLOBAL AUSTRALIAN AWARDS AT SATELLITE EVENTS CANBERRA Dinner with Advance supporters was hosted by Advance Board members, Gary Quinlan AO (diplomat and former Ambassador … Continued