Join Michelle Erasmus from Dreamworld and Future FITT Leadership Strategist Kellie Tomney, who has spent more than a decade judging Australia’s leading employer and HR awards and working with organisations across industries, for an exclusive breakfast exploring the workforce challenges, opportunities and strategies shaping our organisations today.

Through an engaging case study, audience Q&A and interactive workshop discussions, you’ll gain practical insights, proven strategies and fresh thinking you can apply immediately to strengthen workforce capability, leadership and business performance.

You’ll Gain Insights Into:

• Dreamworld’s workforce journey, lessons learned and current challenges
• The Workforce Reality of 2026 and what it means for your business
• What younger generations are really looking for from employers
• How leading organisations are responding to skills shortages, AI disruption and workforce change
• Practical and proven strategies to strengthen leadership, capability and retention
• Future FITT insights from leaders and organisations across industries
• The workforce challenges employers are navigating right now – and how they are responding

Date: Friday 21st August 2026
Time: 07:00 – 09:00
Venue: SkyPoint – Level 78 Q1 Building, 9 Hamilton Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217

Ticket: $40 pp (members) $60 (non members)
Includes workshop and a light breakfast
BYO barista coffee 

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Digital Innovation Breakfast 2026: See the Future of Business in Action

Gold Coast business owners and decision-makers are invited to experience the future of technology at the Digital Innovation Breakfast 2026 — a high-energy showcase designed to demonstrate how digital innovation is transforming the way businesses operate, compete, and grow.

This year’s event takes a bold new approach: instead of simply talking about technology, leading innovators will bring it to life on stage with live demonstrations of the latest tools, including practical AI solutions that businesses can start using immediately.

Each showcase will focus on one clear message: the challenge, the technology in action, and what it means for your business. Discover what’s delivering real results today, what innovations are on the horizon, and the opportunities you should be preparing for next.

This is not a technology lecture — it’s a front-row seat to innovation in action. The technology is the star.

Guest Panel:
Dr Hal Rice – Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiologist
Leanne St George – Founder and CEO of Global Drone
Jamie Holyoak – General Manager of AUAV
Dr Afrooz Purarjomandlangrudi – Assistant Professor, Artificial Intelligence/Computer Science – Bond Business School

Thank you to our Event Sponsor

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