Brent McAlister is the CEO of Northern Grampians Shire Council and a seasoned leader with over 25 years of senior local government experience in Australia and New Zealand. As a qualified town planner, Brent has a proven track record in driving innovative economic development, addressing housing shortages, and managing disaster recovery efforts.
Passionate about creating thriving regional communities, Brent combines strategic vision with hands-on expertise in investment attraction, rebranding, and preparing for emerging opportunities like the renewable energy boom. Known for his authentic leadership style, Brent values resilience, vulnerability, and meaningful conversations as core traits of effective leadership.
In this episode, Brent shares his journey, key lessons in leadership, and strategies for navigating the complexities of giving and receiving difficult conversations with courage and compassion.
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