Join us as we recognise our community's authors and celebrate the year that's been!
It's that time of year where we reflect on our achievements, and celebrate some of our community's talented authors with IABC's Annual Book Fair & End-of-Year Event!
What's happening
Join us for an evening of learning and celebration! Our panel of authors will share insights into how they got started with writing, where they get their inspiration, and insights into the publishing process.
Then you'll have plenty of time to chat with your community and enjoy an evening of fun!
What's included
Learn from our panel of talented authors (see below)
Drinks and canapes
Good times with good people!
What does it cost?
IABC Members: Free(contact us for your discount code)
IABC Lite Members: 25% discount on the non-member price (contact us for your discount code)
Non-Members: $45 per person
Tickets are strictly limited, so get yours now!
Your ticket is the gift that keeps giving!
A portion of ticket sales will be donated to the Australian Literacy & Numeracy Foundation, who assist people in marginalised communities to gain vital language, literacy, and communication skills. Find out more about their fantastic work here.
About the authors
Gilbert Kruidenier, Organisational Change Expert
With over 20 years of experience creating better change experiences across retail, education, disability and aged care, manufacturing and government, Gilbert is a trusted advisor and passionate advocate for transformation and change that people can see and experience for themselves.
When he’s not changing minds and businesses, Gilbert is a volunteer firefighter, fledgling karate practitioner, enthusiastic litter picker and greyhound rescue volunteer.
Gilbert is the author of two books: Bad Change: 50 ways change doesn’t work and 266 tips to make things better, and 10 Years of Writing About Change: Zero Regrets, 98 Ideas. Find out more about Gilbert on LinkedIn here.
Cynthia Harris, Founder, Heart Recruitment
Cynthia Harris is a recruiter, communications specialist and storyteller. A curious extrovert and obsessive problem solver, Cynthia found her dream job in recruitment after her first career in corporate and internal communications.
In 2015, Cynthia founded Heart Talent, a purpose-led recruitment business supporting not for profit leaders to attract the right talent. With a focus on compelling recruitment marketing campaigns, Cynthia delivers sustainable recruitment solutions for both leaders and employees, grounded in empathy and human connection.
Cynthia's first book is being launched very soon - Attract: Recruitment reimagined for the modern world. Find out more about Cynthia on LinkedIn here.
Dr Cathryn Lloyd, Facilitator / Coach, Maverick Minds
Dr Cathryn Lloyd is the author of Seriously Playful Creativity and co-author of The Story Cookbook: Practical Recipes for Change, and Facilitating with Stories: Ethics, Reflective Practice and Philosophies. She is the founder and director of Maverick Minds, where she combines artful inquiry, creative facilitation, and leadership coaching to help people and teams work well with clarity, collaboration, and purpose. A creative pragmatist, Cathryn blends creativity with practical strategy to help others focus on what matters, navigate complexity, and bring focused energy to the way they work and learn together.
Learn more about Cathryn on LinkedIn here.
Mel Loy SCMP, Founder & CEO, Hey Mel! Communication & Training
Mel Loy is a self-confessed serial ideator, obsessed with how humans behave and what that means for effective communication. After 20 years in in-house roles, Mel founded her agency in late 2020. Her small but mighty team at Hey Mel! Communication and Training provides consulting and training services to clients all over Australia and overseas, specialising in internal, change, crisis and strategic communication.
Apart from being obsessed with communication, Mel is a qualified yoga teacher, group fitness instructor, and personal trainer, who has been involved in the fitness industry for more than a decade.
She is the author of two books: Change Isn't Hard: A practical playbook for people-centred change communication, and Less Chatter, More Matter: The SKILLS to communicate more effectively.
Learn more about Mel on LinkedIn here.
Vinisha Rathod, Managing Director, p3 Studio
Vinisha Rathod is a keynote speaker, advisor, and founder of P3 Studio, and author of The Briefcase Effect. With 15+ years shaping leadership, change, brand, and culture across sectors, including 7 years at BCG and EY. She is the type of growth leader known for solving people's problems, delivering commercial transactions with her business acumen and disarming warmth.
As a fierce advocate for systems that reward merit and capability, she’s driven by a bigger mission: breaking glass ceilings and ending domestic violence through economic empowerment and community.
Learn more about Vinisha on LinkedIn here.