Panel | Chief People Officer Strategic Outlook & Ask Me Anything 

In the dynamic landscape of people leadership, the role of Chief People Officers has evolved into a multifaceted position that demands strategic foresight and strong leadership. This panel session aims to delve into the evolving nature of people leadership, exploring the speakers’ leadership journeys, the current outlook, and the diverse skill sets required to excel in this role. Through insightful discussions and shared experiences, panellists will offer perspectives on navigating the complexities of modern working environments, fostering effective leadership strategies, and cultivating teams to drive innovation and success. Attendees will have the opportunity to submit their burning questions ahead of the panel for an ‘Ask Me Anything’ style live Q&A to understand how these people leaders see the future of the Human Resources function. 

About Cassie

Cassie Soady joined GrainCorp as the Chief People Officer in May 2024, leading the People & Culture and Safety, Health & Environment functions. Ms Soady previously worked at NAB in the role of Chief People Officer for Digital, Data and Technology. She was previously with the Woolworths Group for more than 10 years in a variety of HR and Transformation roles, including five years in a leadership role that established and scaled WooliesX (e-commerce, digital and customer loyalty). Prior to Woolworths, Ms Soady held senior HR roles at Dubai Ports World (formerly P&O) and Coles Myer. Ms Soady holds a Bachelor of Science and Masters in Human Resources and Industrial Relations, both from the University of Sydney. She is a member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.