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50 ‒ FRIDAY, AUGUST 4, 2017 MERE01Z01MA - V1 TASMANIAN LEADERS an advertising feature THE Tasmanian Leaders Program is inspiring ideas and enriching careers across the breadth of Tasmania’s in- dustries and sectors. Over the program’s proud 10-year history, one of the state’s largest em- ployers, Hydro Tasmania, given five staff the opportunity to undertake the high impact program. As Australia’s largest producer of clean renewable energy, Hydro Tas- mania is at the forefront of one of the world’s most dynamic and evolving industries. The business has powered Tas- mania for more than a century, help- ing to grow and support communities and the economy. It manages 55 major dams, 30 hydropower stations and two major wind farms and em- ploys more than 1100 people, mostly in Tasmania. Hydro Tasmania is currently working to help make Tasmania the ‘Battery of the Nation’, by innovating to increase the state’s clean energy contribution over time. Hydro Tasmania’s Chief Executive Officer Steve Davy, said the Tasmani- an Leaders Program has been im- mensely valuable to the business. “In an industry as competitive and evolving as ours, we can’t afford to stand still,” Mr Davy said. “We need brave and confident leaders who can drive innovation, problem-solve under pressure, and see both the bigger picture while hav- ing a strong eye for detail. “We want to empower our leaders, and indeed, all of our people, to de- liver on our cultural pillars of caring, innovating, collaborating and achiev- ing. “The skills and experience offered by the Tasmanian Leaders Program certainly helps. “We aim to be two things – cham- pions of clean energy, and champions for Tasmania. So we’re really happy and proud to be involved in the TLP,” he said. Hydro Tasmania’s Manager of En- vironment and Engagement, Donna Brown, graduated from last year’s program. “The Tasmanian Leaders Program experience came just at the right time for me,” Ms Brown said. “I was at a mid-career point where I was ready to step up and take on new challenges. “The program has opened my eyes to various issues and opportunities in Tasmania and galvanised my com- mitment to the state and its future.” Ms Brown said participating in the program had given her a broader and more strategic perspective on Tas- mania’s development challenges. “After being involved with the pro- gram, I am re-energised and ready to take on new challenges and am look- ing forward to offering a broader con- tribution to the state,” she said. “Hydro Tasmania has given me great support to join this program and already the organisation is reaping the benefits,” she said. Hydro Tasmania’s Major Works Manager Brad Turner said he’d rec- ommend the Tasmanian Leaders Program to friends and colleagues. “I cannot think of a more unique, yet relevant leadership development opportunity than the Tasmanian Leaders,” Mr Turner said. “Post TLP, I will go about life, both professionally and personally, with a greater self-awareness. I feel much better equipped to challenge my own thinking, be more open-minded and less judgmental!,” he said. TAKING THE LEAD: Hydro Tasmania’s Donna Brown, attending one of the TLP seminars. Empowering and energising today’s leaders 2016 Graduate Lance Stapleton — Department Manager System Performance & Productivity At TasWater we recognise and value the importance of efective leadership – that is why we have been a supporter of the Tasmanian Leaders Program for many years. Mike Brewster, TasWater CEO Recognising efective leadership www.taswater.com.au Hydro Tasmania is Australia’s leading clean energy business and largest producer of renewable energy. For more than a century, Tasmanians have relied on our hydropower to help grow and support communities. We have the experience and passion to create an energy future that’s clean, reliable and afordable. Hydro Tasmania’s biggest asset is our people. We’re committed to investing in our people as leaders and innovators. We’re proud to partner with the Tasmanian Leaders Program as a proven way of supporting, developing and empowering our people. hydro.com.au Powering generations About the program The Tasmanian Leaders Program is an unmatched leadership experience that achieves positive, transformative outcomes for participants and their employers. Delivered state-wide from February to December, the program uses a variety of educational processes to cultivate specifc competencies crucial for effective and dynamic leadership. The secret of the program’s success lies in the diversity of its participants. Each cohort includes current and emerging leaders, with established careers from varied backgrounds and sectors that span all spheres of business, non-proft and government. 2018 TASMANIAN LEADERS PROGRAM CALL FOR NOMINATIONS Who should apply? High potential leaders wanting to accelerate their leadership capacity through interactive and refective learning that challenges and inspires are invited to apply for next year’s program. To fnd out more about the program, download an application form, or register for one of our information sessions, please visit the Tasmanian Leaders website: tasmanianleaders.org.au
