An evening of insights and networking with the Adelaide leadership community.
Join us as we reflect on the defining leadership lessons, challenges and opportunities of 2026, while looking ahead to the trends set to shape 2027. This special end-of-year event brings together leaders from across industries for an evening of thought-provoking discussion, valuable networking and celebration.
You’ll hear from Adrian Tembel, Chair, South Australian Productivity Commission (SAPC), who will share insights on South Australia’s economic performance, the Commission’s recently announced Red Tape Reduction Review and what it means for you as a leader. He will then be joined by Maddie Frew, Manager, Development and Regulatory Services, City of Marion, for an engaging discussion exploring the key trends, challenges and opportunities expected to shape leadership and business success in South Australia in 2027.
Gain practical insights into:
- The key productivity and regulatory trends shaping South Australia’s business landscape
- Leading with agility and confidence through ongoing change
- Harnessing AI and emerging technologies to enhance leadership and business outcomes
- Enhancing organisational resilience in the face of disruption and uncertainty
The evening will also be an opportunity to celebrate members reaching tenure milestones and connect with fellow IML members and the wider leadership community over canapés and drinks.
We hope you can join us as we bring our 2026 event series to a close and look ahead to a successful 2027.
Event Facilitators
Adrian Tembel
Chair, South Australian Productivity Commission
Short Bio
Adrian Tembel is the Chair, South Australian Productivity Commission and through that role he is a key independent economic advisor to the South Australian Premier. He is also the Chief Executive Partner of major Australian corporate law firm Thomsons. He is considered to be a national expert on sub-national government economic policy as well as one of Australia's most prominent and respected law firm leaders.
Maddie Frew
Manager, Development and Regulatory Services at the City of Marion
Short Bio
Maddie Frew is an accomplished South Australian local government leader with expertise spanning strategic planning, governance, infrastructure, regulatory services and organisational improvement. Currently Manager, Development & Regulatory Services, City of Marion, she has held executive and senior leadership roles across metropolitan and regional councils, leading major planning, performance and community development initiatives.
With qualifications in both Law and Urban & Regional Planning, Maddie brings a practical perspective on driving productivity, managing change and translating long-term strategy into measurable outcomes for organisations and communities.
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| Name | Date | Time | Location | Member | Non Member |
| 2026 IML Adelaide End of Year Celebration | Thursday 12 November 2026 | 05:30 pm - 07:30 pm | 30 Blyth St |
