Michelle O’Byrne
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Work to advance women’s rights and role in decriminalising abortion in Tasmania.
How leaders can make confident decisions in uncertain, fast-moving environments, using optimism as a discipline to build resilience, sharpen judgment, and sustain momentum
Was the first woman in her family to attend university and is a committed Parkrunner
Sydney
Melbourne
Day 1
9.10
Opening Keynote: Making Progress When Certainty Isn’t an Option
In complex, fast-moving environments, waiting for certainty is often the greatest risk. How can leaders make confident decisions with incomplete information and progress without overcorrecting or freezing? This session explores optimism as a deliberate discipline that strengthens resilience, sharpens judgment, and equips teams to navigate evolving challenges with clarity, adaptability and sustained momentum.