Introducing The CEO Institute's exclusive CPO Syndicate
Who supports our people leaders?
The role of a Chief People Officer has never been more critical – or more complex. Beyond driving culture and talent strategy, today’s CPOs are shaping business strategy, influencing CEOs and boards, and even stepping into CEO and non-executive director (NED) roles.
Yet, many CPOs find themselves facing this evolution alone, without the same peer support, strategic mentorship, or development pathways available to other C-suite executives.
That’s why we’ve created The CPO Syndicate – an exclusive, confidential forum designed specifically for enterprise-level CPOs from non-competing industries to:
Share insights and experiences with peers who truly understand your challenges.
Get real-time problem-solving support from a group of senior leaders invested in your success.
Gain expert guidance from an experienced chair who has navigated high-stakes leadership roles.
Meet our Chairs
Nicole Noye
Nicole is a highly accomplished Chief Executive Officer and Non-Executive Director with over 25 years of experience at the CSuite and Board level. She excels in diverse industries spanning business-to-consumer (B2C) sectors and multi-site operations, including retail, hospitality, leisure, entertainment, theme parks, professional services, car-sharing, fitness, franchising and executive coaching.
Nicole’s strategic vision has been instrumental in developing and executing innovative strategies that drive growth and establish market leadership. Her exceptional communication skills have enabled her to effectively manage relationships with stakeholders in listed, private, and private equity companies.
Nicole is recognised for her exceptional leadership, operational empathy, strong team dynamics focus and empowering team to achieve their best.
Christine Corbett
Our CPO Syndicate Chair in VIC is Christine Corbett, an accomplished CEO and executive leader with more than 20 years’ experience driving transformation, growth, and performance across Australia’s most recognised organisations. Her leadership journey includes top roles as CEO of Incitec Pivot Fertilisers, CEO of AGL Australia, and Chief Customer Officer at both AGL Energy and Australia Post.
Christine’s expertise spans large-scale transformation, customer strategy, and business performance. She has led workforces of over 20,000 people, managed revenues exceeding $7 billion, and delivered strong financial results while driving innovation across mature and emerging markets.
Beyond her executive and board commitments, Christine also works with senior business leaders to sharpen their leadership, amplify their influence, and navigate the future with confidence.
Dr Harley Aish
Harley Aish started his professional career as a General Practitioner in Otara, South Auckland, in 1997, and still consults with patients most weeks. After two years, he was invited to leadership roles in Health Governance, followed 13 years later with an invitation to move into Financial Services (MAS). His experience includes governing "not for profit" organisations, listed "for profit" organisations, crown entities, collective negotiating teams, and charitable organisations.
Being in the Health sector for 30 years, he has seen three health reforms, and multiple tweaks, giving him an appreciation for well led and managed transformation. In this time, he has observed Information Technology moving from basic writing and health notes, to AI assisted scribes, decision support, real time form submission, and referrals going from fax to e-referrals, for which he was on the advisory committee. Harley has in later years added teaching in General Practice to his portfolio, for both General Practice Registrars, as well as in-training Nurse Practitioners.
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What to expect – The syndicate experience
11 facilitated syndicate meetings per year including:
Exclusive peer-led discussions – A safe space to bring your biggest leadership and business challenges. Your peers and Chair act as your trusted advisory board – offering fresh perspectives and real solutions.
Executive-level insights – Access to leading industry speakers and discussions on cutting-edge leadership, strategy, and workforce innovation.
Board and CEO-readiness support – Hands-on guidance to help you expand beyond HR and position yourself for broader leadership roles.
Unparalleled networking where you can build genuine, lasting relationships with CPOs from Australia’s largest enterprises.
Access to The CEO Institute’s flagship events:
The Summit (January): A high-impact leadership conference with 350+ CEOs, business leaders, and expert speakers in NSW, and 1700+ across ANZ.
Connect (mid-year): An exclusive, peer-led forum for business leaders to share real challenges, strategies, and insights – no external speakers, just honest, high-value conversations.
Whether you’re influencing your CEO, preparing for a CEO role, or securing your first board seat, this syndicate helps position you for strategic career growth.
Being part of the CPO Syndicate at The CEO Institute is an incredibly enriching experience, surrounded by a powerful network of peers, guided by an exceptional Chair, and consistently diving into real-time challenges with shared insights that are both practical and inspiring. It’s a space where you grow, connect, and lead with confidence.
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Expression of interest
The most successful people leaders are those who invest in their strategic growth, expand their influence, and build strong executive-level networks. Secure your place in this exclusive peer network today by submitting your details below.
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