The 2026 Leadership Summit will run across 3 days and is centred around an interactive program delivered by Harvard Business School’s Professor Mitchell Weiss.
Beyond the classroom, enjoy unforgettable dining experiences at some of Melbourne’s most celebrated restaurants, including Coda, Hochi Mama and Maison Batard, alongside meaningful conversations with industry leaders and peers

Mitchell Weiss is the Richard L. Menschel Professor of Management Practice at Harvard Business School and creator of the School’s renowned course on Public Entrepreneurship. He serves as Faculty Chair of the MBA Program’s first year and is a two-time recipient of the Apgar Award for Innovation in Teaching.Mitch is the author of We the Possibility (Harvard Business Review Press) and has been named one of the 100 most influential academics in government. His work has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, CNBC and Politico.
Before joining HBS, Mitch served as Chief of Staff to Boston Mayor Thomas Menino, where he helped shape the city’s innovation agenda, launched transformative civic initiatives, and played a key leadership role in the response to the 2013 Boston Marathon Bombings.Mitch brings deep expertise in leadership, innovation and public entrepreneurship—sharing practical insights on how leaders can invent change and create meaningful impact.
The event is free-of-charge for all invited guests.
There is no charge for attendance, accommodation, flights, meals, transfers and pre-organised activities. If you would like to extend your stay or change your flights, you will need to cover these costs.
Tuesday – dinner
Wednesday – all meals
Thursday – all meals
Friday – breakfast and lunch
Spending money, in-room charges, shopping, or any extra costs associated with bringing your partner or spouse attending.
Tuesday 19 May, Wednesday 20 May and Thursday 21 May
Yes. If you would like to extend your stay at The Westin Melbourne, please mark this option during the registration process and our event partner Urban Event Management, will be in touch with you to provide a quote.
If you wish to stay at an alternative hotel or resort, you will need to arrange this yourself and let Urban Event Management know, during the registration process.
Yes, you may bring your partner or spouse. They may share a room with you at no additional charge, however we will only cover their daily breakfast at the hotel.
If you wish to have your partner attend all meals, please check this option at registration and note this will be subject to capacity. Please note while partners are welcome to attend dinner functions, they are not able to attend the day time sessions. Please note you will need to arrange flights for your partner yourself.
There is an additional charge for this as per below-
Coda $230
Hochi Mama $165
Maison Batard $350
Yes, however children are not able to attend any events. Please note this with your registration and Urban Event Management will be in touch with you to provide a quote. We will not be covering any food or meals for family members. These can be charged to your room which you will pay at check out.
No. Every delegate will have their own room unless you choose to bring a partner or spouse, or specify otherwise during the registration process.
Yes, transfers to and from Melbourne Airport to The Westin are included, unless you alter your arrival or departure time from the group schedule. All transfers to any events, dinners or activities outlined within the itinerary are also included.
You will need to organise transfers to and from your home airport.
Parking is available for Victorian delegates. Please let us know during the online registration process if you will require parking.
Of course! Please let us know of any dietary requirements when you complete your registration, and we will ensure these are catered for.
Yes, we will be providing temperance beverages at the dinners.
The dress code is smart casual throughout days at the Leadership Summit. The dinners will be business casual.
You will be able to network with those attending the event through the Connective Events App. You will receive email communications about downloading this App closer to the date.
A digital copy of the case studies will be accessible on this site at least 6 weeks prior to the event. A physical copy will be sent to your business address prior to the event.






