PAUSE

2025

We're empowering leaders to create healthier, more resilient workplaces by integrating wellness strategies, understanding WHS compliance and adopting leadership practices suitable for the AI age

Friday 28th of March, 2025

The Agenda

8:30am
Registration
Registration Coffee and Tea. Connect with attendees. Ice breaking activities. Plus, Attendees receive a branded wellness kit that includes mindfulness cards, stress balls and wellness-focused items contributed by sponsors
9:00am
Welcome
About Pause, Our Community, Thank You to Our Supporters, House Keeping
9:10am
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Rachel WingMan 'Pause' Story
9:20am
Pause to Lead Better
Leadership in the AI Age: Integrating Wellness and Technology
9:30am
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Opening: Leading with Positivity
Embedding Wellbeing Science into Leadership with Dr. Suzy Green
10:00am
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Panel Discussion: Empowering Teams Through Wellness and Compliance
Learn practical strategies to foster well-being, educate teams on workplace safety, and ensure compliance while building trust and collaboration. Speakers: Doug Downer, Bronwyn Williams
10:30am
Morning Tea and Networking
10:50am
Breakout Session: The "Pause to Lead" Series (Session One)
Choose from three exciting wellness practices and topics.
  • Session 1: Refine Your Inner-Edge System: Unlocking Your Superpowers for Wellbeing
  • Session 2: Social Connections Bingo
  • Session 3: Desk Detox: Stretch & Strength
11:15am
Client Fireside Chat: with Dorris Li
11:40am
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The 22-Hour Per Week Problem
What 512 Executives Told Us About Leadership—And How HR Can Fix It with Maddy Danzey
12:10pm
Lunch & Sponsor Showcase
1:00pm
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Nourishing Synergy
How Nutrition and Sunlight Fuels Collaboration and Team Success with Anthony Hartcher
1:30pm
Breakout Session: The "Pause to Lead" Series (Session Two)
Choose from three exciting wellness practices and topics.
  • Session 1: Breathwork & Sound Escapes
  • Session 2: Understanding Mental Wellbeing - An interactive session looking at what is mental wellbeing, signs, stigma, and strategies. Hosted by Peter Casbolt
1:50pm
Closing Q&A: Pause to Thrive: Embedding Wellness in Leadership
Emphasizing how intentional pauses and self-care can lead to long-term success and resilience for leaders.
2:30pm
Audience Q&A
3:00pm
End of Day Reflection and Giveaways
Attendees reflect on their takeaways and set intentions for future leadership self-care practices. (Share reflection)
3:30pm
Afternoon Tea and Networking
4:00pm
Connecting and Drinks
4:30pm
Event Ends

Meet Our
Distinguished Speakers

Learn from industry pioneers and thought leaders shaping the future of workplace culture

Dr. Suzy Green

Dr. Suzy Green Keynote Speaker

CEO & Founder at The Positivity Institute

Anthony Hartcher

Anthony Hartcher

Joyful Journey Mentor

Blythe Murphy

Blythe Murphy MC

CEO at The Balanced Agenda

Maddy Danzey

Maddy Danzey

CEO at Manager Pro

Rachel WingMan

Rachel WingMan

CEO at Rachel Wingman Group, Triple Happiness Coach

Doug Downer

Doug Downer

The Franchise Guy

Bronwyn Williams

Bronwyn Williams

Senior Project Officer, Western Sydney University

Kayte Lewis

Kayte Lewis

Founder and Director at Voice Lawyers

Peter Casbolt

Peter Casbolt

Casbolt Consultancy

Rob McDonald

Rob McDonald

Owner and Managing Director at GSD Safety

Ella Zhang

Ella Zhang

Founder of the Institute of Growing Capacity

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About

We're empowering leaders to create healthier, more resilient workplaces by integrating wellness strategies, understanding WHS compliance, and adopting leadership practices suitable for the AI age.

Pause 2025 is not just an event; it’s a movement to create workplaces where leaders lead with purpose, employees thrive, and mental health is a priority. Through awareness, education, and advocacy, we aim to drive meaningful change in workplace culture across Australia.

The Facts

  • 70% of employees in Australia believe their mental health is significantly influenced by workplace culture.
  • 1 in 4 leaders admit they lack the tools or knowledge to advocate for well-being effectively—Pause Summit provides actionable solutions to bridge this gap.

Why Attend?

For HR Professionals

Stay ahead of the curve by learning about the latest WHS legislation, compliance strategies, and employee wellness trends.

For Team Leaders

Unlock your team’s potential by fostering psychological safety and addressing psychosocial hazards.

For Business Owners

Learn actionable strategies to balance productivity, well-being, and compliance.

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We're proud to collaborate with industry leaders who share our vision for exceptional workplace culture

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