{"id":54190,"date":"2023-08-23T20:41:01","date_gmt":"2023-08-23T10:41:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ashtonmedia.com.au\/?page_id=54190"},"modified":"2025-10-31T11:46:23","modified_gmt":"2025-10-31T00:46:23","slug":"testimonials","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ashtonmedia.com.au\/symposiums\/hr-symposium\/testimonials\/","title":{"rendered":"Testimonials"},"content":{"rendered":"<br \/>\n<section class=\"p-md-t-50 p-md-b-10 p-t-35 p-b-35 text-two-col block--cashmere\">\n<div class=\"container\">\n<div class=\"text-center m-md-b-50 m-b-10\">\n<h2 class=\"ashton-font--white animation-rotate-words-parent\">HEAR FROM THE INDUSTRY<\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"ashton-font--white position-relative\"><span class=\"underlined-text\"><span class=\"p-md-l-10 p-md-r-15 p-l-5 p-r-10 text-nowrap\">about the Symposium<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p><!--\n     \n\n<section class=\"p-md-t-90 p-md-b-80 p-t-35 p-b-35 text-two-col block--grey-light\">\n        \n\n<div class=\"container\">\n \n\n<div class=\"row\">\n                \n\n<div class=\"col-md-6\">\n\n \n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/H4enlA_KtCY\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n                  \n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n                \n\n<div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                   \n \n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/b5wnWKP_cv8\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n                <\/div>\n\n\n            <\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/section>\n\n\n--><\/p>\n<section>\n<div class=\"event-text-two-col d-flex justify-content-lg-between\" style=\"padding-top: 40px;\">\n<div class=\"left-col order-md-1 order-2\" style=\"padding-right: 0;\">\n<h4 id=\"2023att\">Hear from 2024 attendees<\/h4>\n<p class=\"testipara\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/anglicare-150.jpg\" alt=\"Anglicare\" class=\"testimage\">Great event and one i recommend to others as my &#8216;go to&#8217; conference. Great speakers with industry experience, great networking, and most importantly the time to actually network!<br \/>\n<strong>Michael Eichler, General Manager People Strategy, Anglicare<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n<p class=\"testipara\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Northrop-Grumman-150x60-1.jpg\" alt=\"Northrop Grumman\" class=\"testimage\">The HR Symposium is a really valuable opportunity for senior HR leaders to connect and learn. Time out of the workspace to reflect, learn and exchange ideas with some very clever people &#8211; together with a lot of laughs was just what I needed. The attendees were best in class &#8211; knowledgeable, engaging and really friendly.<br \/>\n<br \/>\nThe conference organisers did an amazing job not only with delivering a well organised event but made sure everyone felt valued and welcome. Enjoyed every minute.<br \/>\n<strong>Lorraine Kennedy, Director People &#038; Culture, Northrop Grumman Australia<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n<p class=\"testipara\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Nine-150x60-1.jpg\" alt=\"Nine\" class=\"testimage\">So much thought leadership in one event. There was so many people to learn from, both speakers and delegates. There was plenty to do and the energy was high for the full 2 days. A very worthwhile investment of my time.<br \/>\n<strong>Kristy Arnold, Head of Leadership, Performance and Talent, Nine<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n<p class=\"testipara\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Domain-150x60-1.jpg\" alt=\"Domain\" class=\"testimage\">The HR Symposium provided a much-needed opportunity to connect with like-minded colleagues, learn and explore emerging topics and share our challenges. I&#8217;m already looking forward to next year.<br \/>\n<strong>Rebecca\tGallagher, Head of People Experience, Group Services, Domain Group<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n<p class=\"testipara\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/AMP-118x54-1.jpg\" alt=\"AMP\" class=\"testimage\">The HR Symposium is a fantastic forum to meet and learn from other HR leaders and vendors tackling similar business and people challenges. I came away with plenty of insight and ideas. Highly recommend taking the time out to invest in ourselves and this symposium is one where there is plenty of time for networking in a relaxed setting.<br \/>\n<strong>Rebecca\tMcDermott, Director, Talent &#038; Business Partnering, AMP<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n<p class=\"testipara\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/NSW-Government-150x60-1.jpg\" alt=\"NSW Govt\" class=\"testimage\">The HR Symposium 2024 in Hunter Valley was a fantastic experience. The organisation was top-notch, and the setting at Rydges Resort was beautiful and perfect for learning and networking. The keynote speakers were excellent, offering valuable insights into current HR trends.<br \/>\n<br \/>\nThe interactive workshops were particularly engaging, providing hands-on learning and fostering great discussions. The focus on peer-to-peer learning allowed for open and candid conversations.<br \/>\n<br \/>\nOverall, the symposium was highly informative and left me with practical strategies to implement in my organisation. I highly recommend it to any HR professional.<br \/>\n<strong>Deborah Shea, Human Resources Business Partner, South Eastern Sydney Local Health District, NSW Health<br \/>\n<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n<p class=\"testipara\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/AstraZeneca-150x60-1.jpg\" alt=\"AztraZeneca\" class=\"testimage\">The HR Symposium is a fantastic opportunity to network with professionals across a range of industries, discuss present and emerging HR themes and priorities as well as discuss implementation strategies.<br \/>\n<strong>Clare Di Leva, Human Resources Business Partner, AstraZeneca<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n<p class=\"testipara\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Better-Rehab-150x60-1.jpg\" alt=\"Better Rehab\" class=\"testimage\">The HR symposium offers a great opportunity to take a breather from the day-to-day grind and network with likeminded peers. The topics are relevant to what is currently taking place in the HR space and offers the advantage of thought-provoking content you can easily assimilate back into your business.<br \/>\n<strong>Kelly Micallef, Head of People &#038; Culture, Better Rehab<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n<p class=\"testipara\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/NSW-Government-150x60-1.jpg\" alt=\"NSW\" class=\"testimage\">Really worthwhile conference with great sessions on many contemporary HR issues and opportunities. One of the best I&#8217;ve attended in a long time.<br \/>\n<strong>Michael Rolik, Director, Employee Experience, Capability and Inclusion, NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure<br \/>\n<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"margin-top:50px;\">Hear from 2024 attendees<\/h4>\n<div class=\"row\">\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"853\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ewq0xD1jkko\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p><\/div>\n<p><!--\n\n\n<p class=\"testipara\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/reagroup-150.jpg\" alt=\"REA Group\" class=\"testimage\">The L&D + HR Symposium was one of the most insightful conferences I attended in 2022 - a perfect blend of insparational yet practical content. It's a privilege to be a part of the advisory board for this event in 2023, as we face into more complex people and workforce challenges ahead. To support how the event is shaped and to share and learn together as an HR community is how we continue to evolve our impact within our organisations.\n<strong>Pam Stroud, Executive Manager, Talent Attraction and Engagement Experience, REA Group - 2023 advisory board member <\/strong>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"testipara\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/hilton-150.jpg\" alt=\"Hilton\" class=\"testimage\">Such an absolute pleasure being a part of the L&D and HR Symposium. Without a doubt the best HR event I have attended in Australia. Thank you to the great Ashton Media for asking me to be a part of the facilitation team and for raising the bar for all future events.\n<strong>Mary Hogg, Regional HR Director, Hilton (via LinkedIn) <\/strong>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"testipara\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/nab-140x84.jpg\" alt=\"NAB\" class=\"testimage\">Any L&D professional should definitely make the time to attend this event. It's a wonderful two days, spending time with like-minded people, and taking the time to not only reflect on what you have been doing in the learning space, but hear from others, share challenges and experiences, and get new ideas on how you can improve learning in your organisation. I'd highly recommend this event and am already looking forward to next year!  \n<strong>Lisa Balster, Head of Banker Capability & Performance Excellence, NAB<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"testipara\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/lion-150.jpg\" alt=\"Lion\" class=\"testimage\">The L&D + HR Symposium is THE must-attend event of the year. So many talented and smart people coming together to connect (with wine), talking about the challenges and solutions that we are faced with each day. \n<strong>Lynita Halaska, Learning and Development Lead, Lion <\/strong>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"testipara\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/anz-150.jpg\" alt=\"ANZ\" class=\"testimage\">The environment that\u2019s been created, the opportunities to connect informally, the way people are mixed up and then put in situations where it\u2019s very relaxed, no one\u2019s under pressure. It it really just creates the right environment for people to connect and meaningfully connect. \n<strong>Arun Pradhan, GM of Learning, ANZ<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"testipara\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/ausredcross-150.jpg\" alt=\"Australian Red Cross\" class=\"testimage\">An absolutely wonderful conference with fantastic guest speakers, topics and opportunities to create connections. Definitely a must-do for any People and Culture leaders! \n<strong>Rebecca Ridings, Learning, Leadership and Culture Coach, Australian Red Cross <\/strong>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"testipara\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/csiro-150.jpg\" alt=\"CSIRO\" class=\"testimage\">This is my second year attending the L&D Symposium. I continue to be inspired and energised about the work I hear peers and thought leaders are doing. One of my favourite elements of this symposium is the opportunities to build deep networks and connections with new people in the same fields. This is the only conference that I feel really creates an environment to support this connection and I commend the organisers on their success with this!\n<strong>Yvette Ryan, Leadership Learning Lead, CSIRO <\/strong>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"testipara\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/nib-150px.jpg\" alt=\"nib\" class=\"testimage\">The L&D HR Symposium is absolutely the standout People & Culture event of the year. The quality of speakers and attendees is incredibly high, and the Ashton Media team go to incredible efforts to make sure every detail is thought of (thank you!!).  It truly is an immersive learning experience, filled with moments for genuine connection and inspiration. This was my second year and it was wonderful to re-connect with peers from last year, and meet so many incredible new people this year. Having the opportunity to bounce & build ideas in this community is truly so unique to a 'conference' experience. I feel re-energised after spending two days with so many amazing people and I can not wait for next year.  \n<strong>Jessica Redman, Group Learning & Organisational Development Manager, nib Group<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"testipara\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/qualtrics-250.jpg\" alt=\"Qualtrics\" class=\"testimage\">Great event! so many great topics covered by L&D + HR experts with the opportunity to share experiences, observations and insights. Loved it! \n<strong>Bruno Zadeh, Enterprise Account Director, Qualtrics <\/strong>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"testipara\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/coachhub-150.jpg\" alt=\"CoachHub\" class=\"testimage\">This is by far the best L&D event, that I've ever attended, quality speakers, outstanding connections, tremendous location! Highly recommend. \n<strong>Katherine Lapardin, Enterprise Solutions Specialist, CoachHub<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"testipara\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/prsntr-150.jpg\" alt=\"PRSNTR\" class=\"testimage\">Ashton Media handled this symposium from start to finish with professionalism and care. It has been a pleasure working with Rosanna and Stacey, who provided guidance and support along the way. From the moment we engaged our experience has been exceptional. 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