As part of the Australian wine sector’s leadership development program, Future Leaders, a new cohort has been selected from across the country.
Representing roles throughout the wine sector’s value chain, 15 out of 86 applicants have been chosen as Future Leaders. The program, offered every two years, provides participants with opportunities for personal and professional transformation.
“Recent years in particular have seen unprecedented challenges across the sector, including market volatility, declining global consumption, and the imperative for innovation and sustainability,” said Wine Australia chief executive officer, Martin Cole.
“Future Leaders plays a vital role in developing individuals with the strong and adaptable leadership response required to navigate this complexity, demonstrating clear alignment with the One Grape and Wine Sector’s strategic objectives.”
Spanning a range of business sizes, roles and areas along the value chain, participants include lecturers, winemakers and viticulturists.
Australian Grape & Wine chief executive officer, Lee McLean, said the program plays an important role in securing the long-term prosperity of Australia’s grape and wine sector.
“These emerging leaders bring the fresh thinking, resilience and strategic foresight our industry needs to navigate change and seize new opportunities,” he said.
“We’re proud to support a program that’s equipping the next generation to help shape a stronger, more sustainable future for Australian wine.”
Funded and coordinated by Wine Australia, the program is also supported by Australian Grape & Wine and delivered by Pragmatic Thinking.