Who should attend?
This masterclass is targeted at Boards, CEOs and Executives of not-for-profit organisations delivering aged care, disability, health, community services and related human services.
Organisations in the aged care, disability, health, community services and related sectors are impacted by a range of external drivers, including changing regulatory landscapes and financial pressure to innovate and grow. A key strategic response has been for organisations to pursue mergers and amalgamations.
This in-depth, face-to-face 4 hour masterclass offers a timely opportunity for Boards, CEOs and Executives to gain invaluable insights to navigate the complexities of mergers and amalgamations.
From understanding industry and sector drivers of merger and amalgamation activity, to envisioning and exploring a united future, dealing with mission critical factors to ensure merger or amalgamation success, and exploring successful integration, attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of and insights into considering, initiating, planning and/or implementing a merger or amalgamation.
Don’t miss this chance to turn your strategic vision into transformative action that can strengthen your organisation’s strategic position and deliver growth in a competitive environment.
Topics to be covered include:
- Current industry and sector drivers, forces and trends generating merger and amalgamation activity
- Assessing internal readiness for a merger or amalgamation: key steps to get your organisation ready
- The life cycle of a merger or amalgamation, including stages and processes of a successful merger or amalgamation
- Identifying and mitigating common challenges, risks and pitfalls
- An in-depth dive into a merger or amalgamation’s key commercial terms, party alignment and deal breakers, including exploring some interactive scenarios
- How regulatory and legal compliance influences the design of a united organisation, and managing relationships with regulators, government and funding bodies
Attendees will leave with a package of practical articles, tools and frameworks for merger or amalgamation planning and execution.
When: Friday, 2 May 2025
Time: 9:15am arrival for a 9:30am start - 1:30pm
Location: Russell Kennedy, Level 18, 500 Bourke St Melbourne VIC 3000
Cost: $300 (excl. GST)
Book your spot by clicking here - limited places available
In collaboration with Australian Strategic Services

Russell Kennedy presenters