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Isobel Kerr-Newell

Isobel Kerr-Newell

She/Her

Founder & Chief Executive Officer; Director

Artemis; Champions for Change, Global Women

Isobel is currently CEO of Artemis Communications and oversees the Champions for Change programme for Global Women.

Isobel has held leadership roles at a range of communications, content and advertising agencies. She previously spent nearly 20 years working with Publicis Groupe, as Managing Director of MSL New Zealand, Head of PR, Social and Business Development at Saatchi & Saatchi New Zealand and Marketing Director for Saatchi & Saatchi across Europe, Middle East and Africa.

She is a highly regarded, award-winning practitioner who brings a strong mix of international experience with particular expertise in business development, building inclusive cultures as well as communications strategy and brand purpose development. Isobel is a particularly passionate advocate for women in leadership and is a regular commentator on this topic.

SESSIONS

Day 1

2:10

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

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