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What if the biggest barrier to growth isn't strategy but deeply inclusive leadership?

The strongest organisations don't grow because they have the smartest people. They grow because they create cultures where diverse perspectives are heard, partnerships are built, and better decisions become possible.

In this episode, Lisa Annese AM, CEO at Chief Executive Women, shares decades of experience helping transform leadership across Australia through research, advocacy and action that support women in leadership.

You'll discover:

1. How the often invisible but sustained work of thoughtful advocacy drives change and how it often starts with a small group of dedicated people
2. Why psychological safety produces stronger leadership decisions.
3. How inclusive leadership is a competitive advantage not simply a social responsibility.

If you're serious about leadership, partnership and long-term growth, this conversation offers practical ideas that will reshape how you lead.

The Partnership Playbook is the podcast for leaders who want to grow with clarity, create leverage through partnerships, and lead their teams with meaning. Each episode gives you practical insights drawn from two decades of building and backing companies, coaching CEOs, and closing high-value partnerships across industries. You’ll learn how to scale yourself as a leader, choose partners that help you grow faster, and turn trust, alignment, and first wins into momentum that lasts.

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