It’s Friday! Time to kick back, relax, and—oh wait—there’s one more exciting thing to add to your end of week: the latest panellist reveal for YP Gold Coast’s 2024 City Leaders Forum, presented by Morgans Gold Coast!
Please welcome Lisa Burquest, Chief People Officer of Virgin Australia.
With over 27 years of senior experience in people and culture, Lisa is a heavy hitter when it comes to leading through transformation. From navigating global companies like BHP, Jetstar/Qantas, Origin Energy, and The a2 Milk Company, Lisa’s expertise spans a range of industries, making her the ultimate expert in shaping workplace culture, driving performance, and leading in times of rapid change.
At Virgin Australia, she’s helped navigate the airline’s 7,500-strong workforce through the turbulence of COVID-19 and the transformation under new ownership in 2020. Lisa knows what it takes to steer teams through change and set the stage for growth—expertise we can’t wait for her to share with you.
With her insights on people, culture, and organisational transformation, Lisa will bring fresh, forward-thinking ideas to the Future Proofing the Gold Coast discussion. If you’re eager to learn how to lead and thrive in fast-paced, evolving landscapes, you won’t want to miss Lisa’s insights.
General Admission tickets are still available for $190 per person. These tickets offer a delicious two-course lunch, a three-hour beverage package, live entertainment, and an unbeatable opportunity to connect with like-minded, forward-thinking professionals who share your passion for shaping the future of our city.
Secure your spot now! With Lisa and our incredible line-up of panellists, you can expect to walk away with actionable insights and fresh perspectives on the future of talent, technology, and transformation in our city.
2024 City Leaders Forum Speakers
Keynote: To be announced shortly
Panellists:
Jeff McAlister, Chief Investment Officer – Invest Gold Coast
John Warn, CEO – Experience Gold Coast
Lisa Burquest, Chief People Officer – Virgin Australia
Speaker 4 – To be announced shortly
P.S. Stay tuned as we’ll be announcing our final panellist and keynote speaker next week—trust us, it’s going to be the icing on the cake for this year’s event! Any guesses on who they may be?
