Victorian Leaders & BOAA Member Invitation
Victorian Leaders exists to connect, challenge and develop business owners and executives through a combination of practical leadership insights, peer connections and access to experienced advisers and business leaders.
August Event Preview
The Brand Is You: Building a Business People Buy Into
Join Steve Gerlach in conversation with Clare Quinlan, Founder and Managing Director of Salus Workwear, as they explore personal branding, entrepreneurship and leadership.
Clare's journey from environmental advisor to founder of a successful national workwear brand demonstrates how authenticity, resilience and a strong personal brand can create opportunity, build trust and drive growth.
Curiosity: The Leadership Advantage
We also welcome Eva Pool, Founder of The Curious Leader Consulting Group, who will share why curiosity is one of the most valuable leadership capabilities in today's rapidly changing environment.
Eva will explore how better questions, diverse perspectives and a learning mindset can help leaders strengthen relationships, improve decision-making and create more innovative organisations.
What to Expect
Each Victorian Leaders event combines:
- Leadership and business growth workshops
- Conversations with experienced entrepreneurs and business leaders
- Access to expert advisers and mentors
- Peer-to-peer learning opportunities
- High-quality networking with like-minded business owners and executives
- Practical ideas you can apply immediately in your business
August Event Details
Date: Thursday 20 August 2026
Time:
1:45pm Arrival
2:00pm Leadership Workshops
3:30pm Ask the Expert Mentoring Sessions & Alumni Forum
4:30pm Networking Event
6:00pm Close
Venue:
FB Rice, Level 33
Olderfleet Building
477 Collins Street, Melbourne
Dress: Business Attire
We look forward to welcoming BOAA members to Victorian Leaders and providing an opportunity to experience the calibre of business leaders, conversations and connections that make our community unique.