Alana McIsaac
She/Her
Change Manager
Department of Corrections
Alana McIsaac (Kāi Tahu) is an accredited Change Manager based in Te-Whanganui-a-Tara (Wellington). She has over 10 years experience in Change Management and Communications and is an accomplished leader adept at navigating organisational transitions, fostering team collaboration, and driving sustainable change. Alana is deeply passionate about achieving effective change outcomes while ensuring people are at the centre by taking a humanising approach to transformation.
Alana also serves as a trustee for a not-for-profit as well as holds roles in several committees, including with the Change Management Institute where she currently leads the Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland) team. In addition, she holds accreditation from the Change Management Institute, has a Bachelor of Communication Studies and is a member of the Institute of Directors and Multiethnic Young Leaders NZ.
SESSIONS
Day 1
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Leadership Toolkit
Personal Leadership
How to shape your personal brand, sell yourself with confidence and build a strong executive presence
Kristen Lunman, Co-Founder, Powrsuit
How to lead as your authentic self, challenging leadership “norms” and breaking down biases, to build more inclusive cultures for all
Isobel Kerr-Newell, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Artemis; Director, Champions for Change Programme, Global Women
How to balance workplace priorities and well-being to avoid burnout and sustain long-term success
Natalie Ferguson, Co-Founder, Powrsuit
Team Leadership
How to lead teams through uncertainty and change, while maintaining team morale and focus during transitions
Alana McIsaac, Change Manager, Department of Corrections
How to lead with emotional intelligence and build strong and inclusive teams
Jill Rogers, Assistant Commissioner Leadership Talent and Development, New Zealand Police
How to set boundaries, have strategic conversations and delegate effectively in an under resourced environment
Michelle Shirtcliffe, Chief Executive Officer, Publica Group