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emerging leaders in multinationals summit 2027

wed 5 may'27
8am - 5:30pm
sydney cricket ground
australia's only summit exclusively designed to supercharge ceos & emerging leaders in foreign-owned companies
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the opportunity

 

Developing and retaining top talent is a key challenge for multinational leaders. Many emerging leaders have the potential to step up but need the skills, mindset, and network to navigate the complexities of senior leadership in a global environment.


ELM 2027 is an opportunity to fast-track leadership growth, well-being, and career success. This year, we'll unpack how to level up your leadership with business experts, top CEOs and multinational peers.

why

Strong leadership pipelines don’t build themselves. CEOs need leaders who can navigate complexity and drive results, while emerging leaders need the right opportunities to step up. Recognising, rewarding, retaining, and developing top talent is key to sustaining high performance in multinationals.

what

ELM is a high-impact, full-day summit featuring world-class thought leaders, multinational CEOs, and peer-driven learning. Designed to develop leadership capability and confidence, it equips leaders with the insights, skills, and networks to excel in global organisations.

who

For emerging leaders one or two levels below the country leadership team looking to accelerate their growth and build their network. For CEOs and senior leaders seeking to connect at a deeper level with top talent, strengthening engagement, retention, and leadership succession.

“Investing in human skills is not just preparation for the future of work, it is the foundation of the future of growth.”

Saadia ZahidiManaging Director, World Economic Forum

your summit speakers

We curate world-class executives, leadership experts and founders, to spend a day with you to share practical strategies and proven playbooks you can use straight away, plus lessons you’ll carry long after the summit ends.
peter fuda
Dr Peter Fuda Sherpa to Leaders of the FutureLearn more
Dr Peter Fuda Sherpa to Leaders of the Future
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Coming soon Interested to speak at ELM? Ask our teamLearn more
Coming soon Interested to speak at ELM? Ask our team

summit partners

Interested in partnering with us? Explore partnership opportunities in the FAQ below.

your investment

Choose your pathway: book a seat for individual growth or lock in a table for team momentum. Want to keep building? Upgrade to the Emerging Leaders Membership for 12 months of learning and peer connection.

solo growth

$2,790+GST pp
1 x summit ticket
Individual growth
High-impact networking
Exclusive insights, resources & recordings
Deeper connection between CEO & team
Reserved table for enhanced team engagement
Stronger team alignment & collaboration
Bigger savings with a bundled table price

team acceleration

$2,390+GST pp (save $400 pp)*
8 x summit tickets
Team growth & development
High-impact networking
Exclusive insights, resources & recordings
Deeper connection between CEO and team
Reserved table for enhanced team engagement
Stronger team alignment & collaboration
Bigger savings with a bundled table price
*Total table investment is $18,928+GST. Saving based on standard individual seat pricing. Don’t wait – you can confirm your team closer to the Summit.

join the waitlist

Be the first to know when we open tickets for ELM 2027. The Abundium emerging leaders in multinational summit has been a sell-out event for the last 3 years. Don't miss your opportunity to be in the room.

hall of fame

The leaders who’ve left a lasting mark. Across past summits, extraordinary CEOs, experts, and advocates have challenged norms, shared breakthrough thinking, and helped leaders rethink what it means to be a better leader.

 

vicky brady
elm'23 vicky brady
elm'23vicky brady
peter fuda
elm'23 peter fuda
elm'23peter fuda
andy meikle
elm'24 andy meikle
elm'24andy meikle
nicky sparshott
elm'24 nicky sparshott
elm'24nicky sparshott
ian bailey
elm'24 ian bailey
elm'24ian bailey
steve vamos
elm'25 steve vamos
elm'25steve vamos
chelsea pottenger
elm'25 chelsea pottenger
elm'25chelsea pottenger
matt hall
elm'25 matt hall
elm'25matt hall
cynthia scott
elm'25 cynthia scott
elm'25cynthia scott
andrew may
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your benefits

inspiration & learning
Be inspired by world-class leadership experts, experienced multi-national CEO's and executives and keynote speakers, gaining insights on human connection and leadership excellence.
practical & tactical
Walk away with actionable strategies to develop yourself and others, strengthening your organisation’s leadership pipeline and future readiness.
deepening relationships
Build stronger connections with current and emerging leaders in your organisation, including your CEO, fostering ongoing collaboration and growth.
new connections
Expand your network with leaders from other multinational organisations, creating opportunities to exchange ideas and explore new business relationships.
broader perspective
Gain a broader perspective, feel recognised by your company, and leave recharged and energised to lead in 2026 and beyond.
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frequently asked questions

We're here to help. Can't find the answer to your question? Get in touch here.
Who can attend ELM?

CEOs, c-suite execs and emerging leaders one or two levels below the local (ANZ)  country leadership team of a foreign owned company.   
I don't work for a multinational, can I attend ELM? To ensure all those attending get a true peer experience, you must work for the local operation (ANZ) of a foreign owned multinational company. 
What defines an ‘emerging leader’?

An ‘Emerging Leader’ is someone who sits below the country leadership team. They have great potential and are key talent to their organisation. 
How should my company choose who attends? We suggest you select one or two people from each of your functions to attend ELM based on those that have expressed their desire to move up to join the country executive team. This approach promotes cross functional collaboration and relationship building, which is key to the future success as a country leader.
How does ELM compliment our in-house programs? ELM provides emerging leaders in multinationals with access to insights & experiences of global thought leaders, multinational CEOs, & peers outside their company and industry. This diversity of thought & wisdom is key in a rapidly changing world where the solutions to organisational challenges do not always exist within the walls of the company.
What if I only want to come to a few sessions?

ELM is designed as a full day experience, so we encourage you to attend the whole day, however if you need to miss a session that is at your discretion. Tickets are for the full day only. Tickets for individual sessions are not available.  
Will there be an ELM online offering in 2027?

No, ELM 2027 will be a completely live experience however attendees will have access to recordings following the summit via an exclusive online community for ELM 2027 attendees.
How can I apply to be an ELM Partner? We’re so glad you asked! We have 4 partnership tiers available, click here to learn more and email events@abundium.com to sign up.
How can my company or I apply to speak at ELM? You can get in touch with us at events@abundium.com 
Can I delegate my complimentary member seat? CEO, CPO, CFO, Executive & Emerging Leaders Forum members receive a complimentary seat at the ELM summit. Your complimentary seat can be delegated to a true peer only by 2 April 2027. Email events@abundium.com to delegate your seat.
Can I get my ticket refunded? We don’t want your ticket to go to waste so emerging leader tickets are transferable to anyone of your choosing as long as they meet the attendee criteria (see ‘who can attend’). Refunds for this event are not available. 
How are you addressing and representing First Nations people at the event?

Abundium acknowledges the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation as the Traditional Custodians of the land where the event will take place. 

We are working to ensure the event recognises and respectfully upholds inclusive cultural protocols. Our program is still being developed and will offer a diverse range of topics, people, and ideas. 
How long has ELM been running for? ELM was an initiative conceived and launched in 2013 by Rich Hirst when he was a Director of the CEO Forum Group. Well over 2,000 people have participated in ELM since then. In 2020 Rich founded Abundium, a knowledge network for the local leaders of foreign owned organisations. The ELM program was relaunched in 2023 for a new audience of emerging leaders. 
How can I learn more about Abundium? The Abundium website is your first stop for information on why we exist, who we are and what we do. Check out this page footer to sign-up for our newsletters. For additional content and highlights, find us on Linkedin and use '@abundium' to mention us. Our event hashtag is #abundiumelm.
Data references: 12% of executives say their organisations have a strong leadership bench (DDI 2023) | 6% feel that they are "very ready" to develop their global leaders (Deloitte 2015) | 83% of global leaders feel unprepared to step up (McKinsey)