Leadership in Sport - in Conversation with George Gregan and Darren Lockyer
13 July 2026
Australia–United Kingdom Chamber of Commerce welcomed members and guests to Australia House for an inspiring evening exploring leadership, resilience, and high performance.
The evening commenced with opening remarks from Elisabeth Bowes PSM, Deputy High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, setting the tone for an insightfull the night.
Guests also heard from Kayne Bell, European Regional Manager for CPA Australia, and Olympic Gold Medallist Mark Hunter MBE, OLY, People Advisory Services Manager at EY, who set the stage by bridging the worlds of elite sport, professional development, and high-performance business cultures.
The main feature of the evening was a panel discussion with two of Australia's most legendary sporting captains, Darren Lockyer and George Gregan. Moderated brilliantly by Sky Sports Reporter Jenna Brooks, the conversation delved into leading teams under pressure, building resilient cultures, and navigating transitions from the world stage to corporate leadership.
Our special thanks to our speakers, to everyone who joined us, and to our generous event sponsors, EY and CPA Australia, for making this evening possible.
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