About the LEAD Program

In 2024 we were thrilled to announce the launch of our new Leadership, Excellence and Development program (LEAD); designed specifically for our Affiliated Sporting Clubs. The LEAD Program aims to foster leadership excellence within our sporting clubs. Formerly known as the Presidents’ Forum; this program was developed through consultation with club members and leaders on their key needs, and identifying common themes and/or challenges.

By extending training and development opportunities to all committee members, not just presidents, we promote collaboration and personal growth. The ripple effects of this will enable our clubs to become places where intentional and inclusive leadership is weaved into the discourse for all.

Four sessions will be held throughout the academic year, with each session covering unique carefully curated topics based on your feedback and suggestions. The program is designed to develop your leadership skills, encourage inclusive sporting engagement, and promote growth and development within your club. 

It is mandatory for one or more members of every Affiliated Sporting Club to attend each session. 

Upcoming Events

LEAD Program Session Two

Session Two of the 2024 LEAD Program will be a highly interactive session based around Confident Communication & an introduction to all things Marketing and Promotions.

You will be provided with tools to improve your personal communication skills and that of your clubs. Our first speaker of the evening, Yvonne Virsik, will take you through an interactive workshop on how to speak and lead with confidence. 

Dale Cridland from Monash Sport will deliver the second presentation of the evening, focusing on marketing and promotion. Feedback from clubs indicates a need for guidance in this area, so seize this valuable opportunity to learn from a leading expert and current professional in the field at Monash.

If you would like any specific questions or areas covered please use the link here  to submit these.

Registrations have closed for Session 2. If you have any questions, please get in touch.

Speaker Spotlight

Yvonne Virsik

Yvonne is the Artistic Director of Monash Uni Student Theatre, or MUST, your student theatre company, and a department of MSA. At MUST, Yvonne has produced and directed many productions and mentored hundreds of emerging theatre makers. She is a graduate of VCA Directing and has worked with Malthouse, MTC, La Mama, fortyfivedownstairs, and Red Stitch.

Dale Cridland

Dale is the Stakeholder Engagement Manager for Monash Sport with a background in community engagement, student recruitment, brand management and brand empowerment. Her passions aligning with this Club Lead session include connecting people, stories and brand enhancement, stemming from her beach and indoor volleyball background.