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ELITE RETREAT ‘22 | 31 JULY - 3 AUGUST | SANCTUARY COVE, QUEENSLAND P R I N C I PA L PA R T N E R
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Hey – Sam here! Imagine spending a few days with intelligent people, cutting edge thinking and room to breathe – what would that do for your business? It’s with this thinking we’ve created Elite Retreat – for busy leaders like you who are looking for a strong lead into a ‘new normal’ post-pandemic. Most of us know a truth that was certain pre-pandemic and this much has not changed; smart people require more than a pep talk at one event to do amazing things. But for our businesses to be sustainable into the ’20s we need to have a plan, and we need to do great work. Elite Retreat is a 5-star luxury event that includes everything; you just need to get there. You will hear from established practitioners and leaders and use that thinking to discuss, debate and collaborate with fellow participants. This is one event that will continue to positively impact your business long after it is over. Elite Agent is known for creating learning experiences that are engaging, life-changing and fun (yes you read that correctly)!
WHO SHOULD COME? 3 I f you are looking for non-technical tactics (growth, marketing, motivation, culture, leadership), you should come. 3 I f you’re feeling like you’re on a treadmill post-Covid and you need time to work on your business strategy, you should come. 3 I f you want a more relaxed experience while learning something new, you should come. 3 I f you want to learn from some of the best speakers on the planet, you should come. 3 A nd finally – if you enjoy luxury experiences like fine food and wine with inspiring people, you should definitely come. We are limited to 150 places, and already booked to come are people that are experienced directors, sales leaders, industry innovators and more (visit eliteretreat.com.au to check out who else is coming). See you there!
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HIGHLIGHTS
CULTURE
INNOVATION
STRATEGY
Learn the art of ‘motivation design’ to BECOME AN ATTRACTION EMPLOYER, shape culture and make clever really happen in your business. UNDERSTAND WHAT REALLY MOTIVATES PEOPLE using science and take your leadership to the next level.
Learn the TRENDS THAT WILL SHAPE REAL ESTATE; new business models, joint ventures, clever marketing, Amazon and AI, from WORLD-CLASS THINKERS who are there to provoke thought, discussion and ACTION.
Approach your BRAND AND MARKETING with fresh eyes and a fresh perspective without the dayto-day distractions that prevent us all from getting ahead.
BREATHE
COLLABORATE
CELEBRATE
Sanctuary Cove is a relaxed 5-STAR SETTING where the conversation will flow between you and other attendees. EVERYTHING IS INCLUDED, including transfers from Brisbane or Gold Coast airports, all you have to do is GET THERE AND WE WILL DO THE REST.
Engage in ‘active learning’ a technique used by HARVARD BUSINESS SCHOOL in their Case Methodology. You’ll roll your sleeves up and COLLABORATE WITH SOME OF THE BEST MINDS IN REAL ESTATE to challenge norms and differentiate your business from competitors.
Board a PRIVATE CHARTER ON A 131 FT SUPERYACHT, truly a ‘wow’ experience. Sip on Moet and fine wines (and food) while CRUISING THE FAMOUS GOLD COAST BROADWATER.
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DINNER + D R IN KS INC LUD ED
BY THE LAGOON | 6PM 31 JULY
monday 1 AUGUST
6.30am
Optional Yoga (By the Lagoon)
Start your day right with yoga and breakfast by the picturesque lagoon pool. (Spots are limited so RSVP early for this!)
8.00am
Breakfast (Ballroom)
Get set for a great day with breakfast waiting for you outside the conference room, with a range of hot and cold options and fresh coffee, tea and juice.
8.30am
Official welcome (Ballroom)
Meet your MC, Steve Carroll, who will provide a rundown of the day’s program including what to expect, speaker info and more.
Steve Carroll
9.00am
Beyond the Default (Ballroom)
‘Defaults’—established ways of doing things—are an important element of any coordinated work. We need them. They save us time and reduce cognitive burden—we don’t need to think. But, to stay relevant, we must know when (and how) to disrupt default thinking so that we may meet future challenges coming our way.
Dr Jason Fox
10.30am
Morning tea (Ballroom)
Enjoy a coffee and a snack and catch up on your messages.
11.00am
Real estate in 2025 – and beyond (Ballroom)
This session will unpack the most significant industry and consumer trends shaping real estate transactions and businesses.
12.30pm
Lunch (MacArthur’s Terrace)
Head to MacArthur’s Terrace for a gourmet lunch.
1.30pm
‘Beyond the default’ – The Breakout Sessions (Ballroom)
Meet the experts at the event and ‘pick and mix’ your learning with some of the most interesting topics shaping our industry right now.
3.00pm
Afternoon tea (Ballroom)
Enjoy a coffee and a snack, catch up on your messages and network with other attendees.
3.30pm
Day 1 wrap (Ballroom)
Wrapping the relevant takeaways and actions from Day 1.
4.30pm
At leisure
Free time to explore or freshen up for the evening’s activities.
6.00pm
Evening function (The Grange)
Magazine Live! Hosted by Propic.
Topics will include: • Recognising and serving the needs of changing investor profiles. • Psychological safety and how it relates to wellness and productivity of your team. • The future of finance and how homes might be transacted, including new ownership models. • How to balance automation and AI with the personal touch. • Why companies need a social conscience to thrive in the future and what some of the best are doing right now. • Finding opportunities for partnering and creating new revenue streams. • Succession planning and exit strategies, how to balance leadership and lifestyle. Other topics of interest arising from the morning sessions.
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Hotel Instructor
Samantha McLean Dr Jason Fox Nigel Dalton
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Steve Carroll Samantha McLean
David Choi, Samantha McLean and Special Guests
tuesday 2 AUGUST
6.30am
Optional Yoga (By the Lagoon)
Start your day right with yoga and breakfast by the picturesque lagoon pool. (Spots are limited so RSVP early for this!)
8.00am
Breakfast (Ballroom)
Get set for a great day with breakfast waiting for you outside the conference room, with a range of hot and cold options and fresh coffee, tea and juice.
8.30am
Tuesday Kick-off (Ballroom)
Steve Carroll will once again provide a rundown of the day’s program including what to expect, speaker info and more.
Steve Carroll
9.00am
Attention! Your business depends on it (Ballroom)
When it comes to leadership, you need to be able to influence others. Whether it’s delivering clear strategic goals, engaging the team, smarter sales, or more engaged marketing, Maz will use all of the techniques she has learnt in the competitive world of TV and movie production to help you get and keep attention when it really matters.
Maz Farrelly
10.30am
Morning tea (Ballroom)
Enjoy a coffee and a snack, catch up on your messages and meet new friends.
11.00am
How to create competitive advantage (Ballroom)
This session will be a masterclass in organisational strategy where you will learn the basics of how to capitalise on the trends coming your way.
12.30pm
Lunch (MacArthur’s Terrace)
Head to MacArthur’s Terrace for a gourmet lunch. Mix and mingle with other participants.
1.30pm
The Case Study
Taking what you’ve learnt throughout the event, Scott will return to facilitate a live case study to help you apply your new skills to a real-world, real estate scenario.
Hotel Instructor
Scott Bateman
Scott Bateman
In this session, you will once again work with our experts to uncover innovative and implementable ideas to provide your business with a competitive advantage. 3.00pm
Afternoon tea (Ballroom)
Enjoy a coffee and a snack, catch up on your messages and network with other attendees.
3.30pm
Day 2 wrap (Ballroom)
Reflect on the key learnings from Day 2 and be in with a chance of scoring some cool prizes.
Steve Carroll Samantha McLean
3.45pm
Making Clever Happen (Ballroom)
Dr Fox will return for the final session, bringing everything together while showing you how to use the science of motivation to continue making meaningful progress once you get back to the office.
Dr Jason Fox
5.00pm
At leisure
Freshen up and get ready for the evening’s activities.
7pm to 10pm
Evening function (Sanctuary Cove Marina)
Board a 131ft super yacht and cruise the Gold Coast Broadwater while enjoying fine food and wine – hosted by Kolmeo.
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ALL ABOARD!
AN EXCLUSIVE TWILIGHT YACHT CHARTER
FINE FOOD • MOET• MUSIC 2ND AUGUST, 7PM TO 10PM
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Dr Jason Fox DR JASON FOX IS A bestselling author, leadership advisor and wizard-philosopher of ace repute. He is also a motivational speaker of a different kind. He shows forward-thinking leaders around the world how to pioneer new and meaningful progress—beyond the default.
DAY 1: BEYOND THE DEFAULT ‘Defaults’—established ways of doing things—are an important element of any coordinated work. We need them. They save us time and reduce cognitive burden—we don’t need to think.
Jason has lectured at three universities (systems and behaviour), and is the bestselling author of The Game Changer and How to Lead a Quest.
But these days, many real estate teams have become somewhat cursed with efficiency. We’re so busy – sometimes too busy for meaningful progress. So we seek quick fixes – “success leaves clues” – and familiar solutions that save us time, without realising we may be venturing closer toward irrelevance when it comes to tomorrow’s consumer.
In addition to serving as a leadership adviser, Dr Fox was awarded Keynote Speaker of the Year by Professional Speakers Australia in 2016.
To remain relevant, we must know when (and how) to disrupt default thinking, so that we may pioneer new ways—beyond the default.
His clients include the senior leadership teams of Fortune 500 companies around the world, and he works particularly well with sceptical audiences who have ‘seen it all before’.
• How ‘default thinking’ may be creating a ‘delusion of progress’ (and what to do about it). • How to cultivate the curiosity, empathy and quality thinking needed to stay relevant, particularly when you think about future-proofing your businesses. • How to augment existing strategy with new leadership to ensure enduring relevance in an industry that continues to rapidly change.
DAY 2: MAKING CLEVER HAPPEN How do you move forward with the knowledge you have just gained? How do you do great work – the work that has you creating new value for your teams and your customers? Actually innovating – not just talking about it. Leading, not waiting... • How to ignite and sustain the motivation for complex and difficult work (for both you and your team). • How to ensure deep work and meaningful progress when you go back to ‘business as usual’. • Unlock creative ways to stay motivated and remember your purpose and strategy.
“I highly recommend Jason Fox. He is engaging, intriguing, and thought provoking. Unlike any other speaker I have ever seen – and I have seen a lot!” – Leanne Pilkington CEO Laing + Simmons Corporation Book at eliteretreat.com.au 15
Scott Bateman SCOTT BATEMAN IS THE CEO of Kolmeo, property management software for the next generation of property managers. Scott has more than 20 years of experience leading strategy and growth at some of Australia’s biggest companies, including four years leading growth and transformation at Australia’s biggest property manager, Little Real Estate.
Scott holds multiple Masters degrees covering strategy and globalisation and is a graduate of the world’s most elite business leadership program – the Advanced Management Program at Harvard Business School.
DAY 2: CREATING COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE Over the past 20 years, the rules of business and competition have been re-written. Eight of the world’s top 10 most valuable companies are now software companies, with four of those now worth more than US$1 trillion. Tesla is worth more than almost all the other major brands combined, despite selling only a fraction of the cars being purchased. In Australia, three millennials have taken just nine years to turn an idea for improving design tools into a company that’s now worth $55 billion. Regardless of the industry, radical new thinking creates opportunity and risk for everyone. So, how do you know how to capitalise on it? In a first for Elite Agent, Scott will run a masterclass on organisational strategy to enable you to take the information and strategies you’ve previously learnt back to your business, followed by an active learning session where you will simulate executing a strategy. • How to unlock new forms of competitive advantage and differentiate from the competition. • Real estate in 2025 and beyond. • Explore and exploit – scan for future changes (explore) while knowing how to execute in the here and now (exploit).
“Scott has been in the top 3 presenters (out of about 30) in Transform for the past three years running. He makes you think outside the square, and that anything is possible. After being in the virtual world for so long, I can’t wait to see this magic brought to life, in real life...” – Samantha McLean, Managing Editor Elite Agent 16 ELITE RETREAT 2022 – 31 JULY – 3 AUGUST
Marion Farrelly MARION FARRELLY (MAZ) has been to more showbiz parties than Kim Kardashian’s Spanx, and down more red carpets than a Dyson vacuum. Her contacts contain bigger names than the toilet queue at the Oscars and if you can stick a name plate on it and hand it over to loud applause, she’s won it – BAFTAs, Logies, ASTRAS, Royal Television Society Awards, UK Comedy Awards, Bronze Rose De Montreux.
DAY 2: ATTENTION: YOUR BUSINESS DEPENDS ON IT! • It’s your job to be interesting – how to lose the white noise. • Dial up your leadership and sales influence by becoming the most fascinating person in the room. • Communication that cuts through.
If you’ve watched it, Maz probably made it – here in Australia, LA and London – the biggest shows in the world, with the biggest teams, the biggest budgets, the biggest audiences and the biggest stars. Her content has been watched more than eight billion times worldwide. In her TV and film career, Maz engaged huge audiences, making her shows No 1 every time. Maz understands that if a show doesn’t grab your attention in the first thirty seconds, you’re gone and you’re not coming back. Millions down the drain. It’s the same in business. It doesn’t matter if you have the best service, product, idea, or concept in the world, if no one is paying attention to you, you’re dead in the water. As Director of Television Content at Fremantle Media Australia, Executive Editor of Format Entertainment at BBC UK and Creative Strategist for BBC World-Wide, Maz has been pitched more than 10,000 times and interviewed more than 12,000 hopeful contestants.
“I got so much inspiration and idea sparks from Maz speaking for just twenty minutes it was crazy. She is funny, witty, sharp and brings a fresh perspective to every idea. So smart! So switched on! Can I be her best friend right now and forever?” – Harriet Saunders, Head of Growth and Development, Laing+Simmons Corporation Book at eliteretreat.com.au 17
Nigel Dalton NIGEL DALTON COMBINES his role as Social Scientist at global consultancy Thoughtworks with a long-standing passion for the application of emerging technologies to a techno-social world, where the web, social media, NFTs, gaming, virtual reality, the FAANG (Facebook, Amazon, Apple, Netflix, Google) cartel, and blockchains seem ready to turn us (and the property industry) upside down. He has worked around the world in startups, scaleups and enterprises – most recently as CIO then Chief Inventor of the REA Group in Australia, where his team developed solutions in virtual reality, augmented reality, machine learning and media. He knows very well that being early, and being wrong, can look identical to the untrained eye.
DAY 1: REAL ESTATE IN 2025 AND BEYOND Agents continually need to adapt to the changing needs of consumers, their teams and technology. In the future, some clients may want a transaction-focused, touch-free experience that can be delivered with the trust they put in companies like Amazon. Alternatively, some consumers will want a hands-on guide. Where do you see the future of your business? Enter Nigel Dalton, a social scientist who is renowned for cutting through the noise in the real estate industry and is familiar with everything from robots to roadmaps for the future. “If you’re a task-focused, script-following real estate agent, then in a few years’ time, there are going to be robots on your team that can do a better job – especially at 2 am in the morning, when a shift worker rings you up. But you can use automation to save you time and create productivity...“ In this panel session with Dr Jason Fox and Samantha McLean, we will explore: • Trust and tomorrow’s consumer. • Collaboration and ‘co-opetition’ – more than just buzzwords. • Who are the likely disruptors. • Feedback loops and ‘Generation F’. • The new rules of team motivation.
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Steve Carroll CONFERENCE MC, LEADERSHIP EXPERT STEVE CARROLL’S CAREER is one of epic proportions. He has held top-tier leadership positions with three of the world’s leading media companies – including international media giants REA Group and News Corp – leading, developing and inspiring hundreds of staff across Europe, Australasia and Asia. As a respected global digital and real estate leader, Steve has been immersed in digital economies across the world and liaised with top tech giants including Google, LinkedIn and Facebook. He has been invited to speak at conferences worldwide on consumer behaviour, rising to a leadership challenge and charity entrepreneurship.
Samantha McLean ELITE AGENT EDITOR, POP-UP MAGAZINE LIVE! CREATOR SAMANTHA MCLEAN IS THE Co-Founder and Managing Editor of Elite Agent and the Host of the Elevate podcast. She is a three-time winner of the prestigious Mumbrella Publish Business Editor of the Year award and has led Elite Agent to two gongs as Business Magazine of the Year in 2016 and 2020. A sales and marketing professional with more than 20 years’ experience she has held senior management and marketing roles in the past for companies like Optus, Cisco, British Telecom and PwC. Book at eliteretreat.com.au 19
about the location
Sanctuary Cove is a luxury gated community within the suburb of Hope Island on the northern end of the Gold Coast, in Queensland. It is a completely self-contained residential environment with its own shopping centre and entertainment facilities, including the InterContinental Hotel, Sanctuary Cove. Sanctuary Cove also includes a world-class boating marina, golf courses, restaurants, shopping and more. The InterContinental Hotel includes 247 luxury rooms and the marina contains 300 moorings for all vessels including SuperYachts up to 36 meters in length.
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