Talent & Organisational Success: How to connect people, culture and brand in 2025/26

Want to become a more successful, impactful organisation? It starts with people. The greatest hack? Aligning talent, culture, brand and comms.

In this webinar, you'll gain rich, practical advice on shaping an impactful candidate journey and a meaningful employee experience from the three very different, very passionate minds behind Employer Branding Australia:

• Dave Concannon – An expert in people & culture strategy, workforce planning and talent insights… and a self-professed ‘HR nerd’
• Marci Powell – A brand-led problem solver, who lives and breathes strategic, creative branding, marketing and comms
• Mark Puncher – Employer Branding Australia Founder, culture addict and true storyteller

It will reveal why and how you can drive huge organisational impact by connecting talent, culture, brand and comms. Using practical examples and creative ideas, we’ll show you what actions will truly move the needle - whether you have budget, time and exec backing, or none of the above.

#EmployerBrandingLIVE: Building connected teams through talent strategy and storytelling

There’s so much change happening in 2025. Some organisations are growing, some are shrinking, and many are trying to do more with less. In times of change, how do you ensure your people are connected and ready for the journey?

Employer branding has never been just about talent attraction. Retention and engagement are just as critical. Right now, this matters more than ever.

In this interactive webinar, we’ll cover how to foster connection between your people, and inspire them to collaborate and perform. Hear about the power of purpose, values and EVP, as well as how to bring this to life through talent strategy and storytelling.

Mark Puncher, CEO of Employer Branding Australia, is joined by a panel of in-house P&C and employer branding experts. They share their real experiences and perspectives, and give advice to help you achieve better talent results.

Hire Like a Hero: Employer brand beyond the basics

In a world where the competition for top talent is fiercer than ever, building an exceptional employer brand requires going above and beyond traditional Employee Value Proposition (EVP) strategies.

Join Employment Hero’s Kate Jolly, alongside guests, Mark Puncher, CEO at Employer Branding Australia, and Tibo Torche, Talent Acquisition Lead at Esri, for a practical deep dive into developing a bold employer brand that not only attracts top performers, but retains them too.

This isn’t just another conversation about EVP. It’s your chance to get ahead of the curve with fresh insights, actionable strategies, and the cutting-edge tools you need to build an employer brand that truly stands out from the crowd.

How to Drive High-Performing Cultures AND Improve Community Perceptions

Working in local government isn’t just a job—it’s a responsibility that matters deeply to your team and your community. In times of crisis, your impact is undeniable, but during the daily grind, it can feel overlooked.

So, how do you change that? The secret is to connect people to purpose and reinforce your impact through strategic storytelling. This webinar is your opportunity to learn how. Join Mark Puncher, CEO of Employer Branding Australia, for a practical and inspiring session designed to help you empower proud, connected teams while enhancing your community’s perception of your council.

Talent engagement strategies for health & human services

Explore how to attract and retain talent, tell your unique story and differentiate yourself in a competitive market. Designed specifically for P&C, HR, TA, and MarComms professionals working in healthcare & human services, this session will help you build your strategy and secure buy in from senior leaders and other key stakeholders.

Mark Puncher, CEO and Founder of Employer Branding Australia, will give you the latest insights and trends in talent across Australia and show you what healthcare and human services organisations should be doing now to attract great talent and keep them engaged.

We are joined by a panel of Talent Leaders: Shannon Foley, Executive General Manager - Work at Endeavour Foundation; Matt Quinn, Talent Acquisition Manager at Anglicare Victoria; and Sarah Duong, Head of People & Culture at Advara HeartCare.