CEO Roundtable
In the Arena
Leadership finds you wherever you are, but never leaves you where it found you
Being the CEO can be lonely, but it doesn't mean you have to be alone
Join a select group of 12 CEOs from diverse backgrounds who understand the unique challenges that come with the top leadership role.
CEO Roundtable
In the Arena
Leadership finds you wherever you are, but never leaves you where it found you
What does the role expect of me?
To create the conditions that enable this group to perform at its best.
This is truly a different kind of conversation about the craft of leading from the top position. In an intimate setting, we'll share honest accounts of navigating complexity, aligning ambition with capability, and building the trust that enables high performance.
Few understand the weight of organisational decisions better than those who sit in the CEO chair. I'm gathering 12 such leaders to explore the fundamental question:
"What does the role truly expect of me?"
The value comes not just from what I share from my 25 years as a CEO in elite sport, and having been invited into the inner lives of CEOs as their coach and mentor for the past decade, but from the collective wisdom of those who, like you, must face up to leadership's most demanding challenges every day. After a recent gathering, one participant texted:
"That was truly epic. I loved every minute as it resonated completely with me."
What does the role expect of me?
To create the conditions that enable this group to perform at its best.
This is truly a different kind of conversation about the craft of leading from the top position. In an intimate setting, we'll share honest accounts of navigating complexity, aligning ambition with capability, and building the trust that enables high performance.
Few understand the weight of organisational decisions better than those who sit in the CEO chair. I'm gathering 12 such leaders to explore the fundamental question:
"What does the role truly expect of me?"
The value comes not just from what I share from my 25 years as a CEO in elite sport, and having been invited into the inner lives of CEOs as their coach and mentor for the past decade, but from the collective wisdom of those who, like you, must face up to leadership's most demanding challenges every day. After a recent gathering, one participant texted:
"That was truly epic. I loved every minute as it resonated completely with me."
A different kind of conversation
This isn't another networking event – it's an opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue about the craft of leading from the top position.
One of my favourite concepts to explore is:
"Never trust a leader without a limp"
The strongest leaders carry wisdom from their struggles and setbacks. The leader's limp represents the authentic experience of facing challenges, making mistakes, and emerging not unscathed but stronger. It's the visible evidence that you've been tested in ways that matter, and have done the internal work required for genuine growth.
Together, we'll share honest accounts of:
Navigating complexity and creating clarity when the path forward isn't obvious
Aligning ambition with capability to deliver on your organisation's promise
Building the trust that enables high performance, especially during times of change
Maintaining personal effectiveness when the stakes are highest
The discomfort of 'not knowing' marks the place where leadership is most needed. With fellow CEOs who understand the weight of the role, we'll explore practical approaches to turning these moments of uncertainty into opportunities for growth.
I understand the value that will come not just from what I share, but from the connections formed with fellow leaders equally committed to their development.
Event Details
Due to the exceptional response, we've added additional dates:
Tuesday, 5 August 2025
Tuesday, 26 August 2025
Time: 3:45pm arrival for a 4:00pm start, concluding at 7:30pm
After: Food, drinks and meaningful connection
Venue: Eclat, 4 Monteath Avenue, Hawthorn East, Victoria
There is no cost to attend - I believe in the value of connecting CEOs and sharing experiences.
With limited spots remaining for each session, secure your place today.
Join Us In The Arena
The forge of high-performance leadership demands both courage and wisdom. This forum is deliberately limited to 12 participants to ensure depth of conversation and meaningful connection.
I've seen firsthand how these conversations create insights impossible to reach in isolation. When leaders who understand the true weight of organisational stewardship come together, the exchange transcends the ordinary.
Would you join us at the table? Your perspective would be invaluable.
About your host, and a special guest
Cameron Schwab
As one who has walked the path of CEO leadership for 25 years across three AFL clubs, I bring not just theories but game-tested wisdom from an environment where results are publicly scrutinised weekly and failure has nowhere to hide.
I explore the challenges I faced as a leader with openness and generosity. My approach builds on the empathy of someone who has walked the path and has now been invited into the inner lives of CEOs as their coach and mentor for the past decade.
Special Guest: Neil Craig
I'm excited to share that Neil Craig will be joining us for all sessions.
As a former AFL Coach who now mentors world-class coaches including Ange Postecoglou (Tottenham Hotspur), Brian Goorjian (Australian Boomers), Eddie Jones (Japan Rugby), and Luke Beveridge (Western Bulldogs), Neil brings extraordinary insights from his work across elite sporting environments and will add tremendous value to our conversations about leadership at the highest level. As one of my own personal mentors, I can attest to the profound impact his wisdom has had on my leadership journey.
About your host, and a special guest
Cameron Schwab
As one who has walked the path of CEO leadership for 25 years across three AFL clubs, I bring not just theories but game-tested wisdom from an environment where results are publicly scrutinised weekly and failure has nowhere to hide.
I explore the challenges I faced as a leader with openness and generosity. My approach builds on the empathy of someone who has walked the path and has now been invited into the inner lives of CEOs as their coach and mentor for the past decade.
Special Guest: Neil Craig
I'm excited to share that Neil Craig will be joining us for all sessions.
As a former AFL Coach who now mentors world-class coaches including Ange Postecoglou (Tottenham Hotspur), Brian Goorjian (Australian Boomers), Eddie Jones (Japan Rugby), and Luke Beveridge (Western Bulldogs), Neil brings extraordinary insights from his work across elite sporting environments and will add tremendous value to our conversations about leadership at the highest level. As one of my own personal mentors, I can attest to the profound impact his wisdom has had on my leadership journey.
From CEOs who have experienced our sessions
I’ve had the privilege of listening to Cameron talk about leadership and life twice now. I was so impressed the first time that I asked him to present to my Leadership Team.
You could have heard a pin drop on each occasion and everyone, sports enthusiast or not, got so much out of the session.
Cameron tells a powerful, entertaining and deeply personal story that resonates with everyone who has experienced change and challenge.
Joe Barr, Chief Executive Officer | John Holland
It was truly incredible to sit in the energy of a room of people completely captivated by your storytelling
Your vulnerability and the art you have mastered in weaving your personal story into some incredible lessons for leadership and life.
Thank you Cameron for a very moving and insightful session, very grateful.
Suzie McInerney | CEO | Six Degrees Executive
You will be learning from the very best I have seen.
Rodrigo Pizarro, Managing Director | L'Oreal Australia & New Zealand
My role as Principal of Caulfield Grammar School affords me the privilege of observing many outstanding leaders and speakers from a number of sectors. Cameron sits right in the top echelon.
I value authenticity and humility above all other leadership attributes and Cameron exudes both. He develops trust in his session quickly and shares raw and vulnerable stories of his own journey.
The human side of Cameron is there for all to see.
The care and attention to detail in all elements of the evening showed me that he genuinely cares for his participants.
Cameron has the academic background and lived experience adding integrity to his presentation. His delivery is in plain speak, he cuts to the chase and he has high expectations of his participants.
When you invest in this way, you want tangible learnings to use in your own context and the session delivers this in spades.”
Ashleigh Martin, Principal | Caulfield Grammar School
Cameron Schwab’s presentation was raw, passionate and insightful.
I was taken aback by his engaging style and willingness to share his own story in a way that was at times raw and vulnerable.
His insights into leadership and the challenges that go with it gave me a lot to think about as I brought his messages back to my own organisation and family.
I would recommend him in a heartbeat. In fact, I already have.
It was the best presentation I’ve listened to in the past 2-3 years.
Jim Mole, Chief Executive Officer | Ameropa Australia
You are an incredibly powerful storyteller and I found myself hanging off every word.
It inspired me to be a better storyteller. That said, there was always a link back to leadership which was very engaging and clever. As a sport lover I resonated with your approach to leadership.
I think the greatest compliment of the day I could provide it that I felt really challenged.
Challenged to think more clearly about who I am, my values and to think about how I lead now and how I want to lead in the future.
Andrew Hewison, Managing Director | Hewison Private Wealth
