Welcome to the latest edition of our CEO’s column News From Adam.
I’ve just come from reading the news for the morning. There’s a lot going on. Donald Trump attracts attention; conflicts and tensions continue and here in Australia, we have an election coming up. Should we brace for change? Regardless of the actors and which party, politician or nation state holds sway, whether we agree with the direction or not, we’re always in the midst of change.
The same is true for us here at NEAS.
Rima Ibrahim, our Manager of Quality and Professional Development, has decided to move on to other things. We’re sad to see her go and we are very grateful for all the work she has done, especially during the pandemic. Many of you know Rima and I’m sure with me you wish her all the best. Go well Rima!
Here at NEAS, rather than bracing for change we’re embracing it! I have advertised The Manager Quality and Professional Development role. You can find out more about the role here. You will see that the role is very project oriented and future focused. It contributes to a packed, positive NEAS agenda all aimed at improvements for our members. Some of our member-focused initiatives include:
- Delivering our much-loved annual Sydney conference. With its theme of belonging, NEAS commits to diversity, to inclusion and to our role in welcoming others to Australia. We’re set to introduce you to new ideas and new people opening a new window on the world
- Introducing a new platform making it easier for members to access their NEAS services
- Securing a stronger member presence in Asia so that we can bring people together on the international stage
- Reinvigorating our professional development offering
- Completing a review of our own performance and implementing some of the changes you have suggested.
There’s so much more to say and share with you. I could write extensively on each of the above. If you want to know more about Rima’s role or if you’d like to talk to me about any of the above, please get in touch with me.
Mar 2025
