GBC l AGM & August Dinner

From the World Stage to the Streets of Geelong: Olympic Lessons, Leadership and the Creation of the Geelong Running Festival

 

What does it take to compete on the world's biggest stage?  And what happens when you bring those lessons home?

 

Join us as we welcome Olympic marathoner, coach and entrepreneur Lee Troop, who will share his inspiring journey from the streets of Geelong to representing Australia at three Olympic Games, before returning home to build a lasting legacy through the Geelong Running Festival.

 

More than a story about elite sport, this is a powerful conversation about leadership, resilience and creating something that matters.  

 

Lee will explore the mindset required to pursue ambitious goals, overcome setbacks, lead through uncertainty and build thriving communities around a shared vision.

 

Drawing on experience from Olympic competition, coaching world-class athletes, building a successful running community in Boulder, Colorado, and now creating one of Australia's newest major running events, Lee offers practical lessons that extend far beyond the finish line.

 

What You'll Gain From Attending

• Discover the mindset and habits that helped take a young Geelong runner to three Olympic Games;

• Learn practical leadership lessons in resilience, goal setting, adaptability and performing under pressure;

• Gain insights into building high-performing teams and creating environments where people can thrive;

• Understand how vision, collaboration and community can turn ambitious ideas into lasting impact; and

• Leave inspired to pursue your own goals with greater confidence, purpose and determination.

 

Who Should Attend?

• Business owners, leaders and managers looking to strengthen their leadership and decision-making;

• Entrepreneurs and professionals navigating change, growth and new opportunities;

• Team leaders wanting to build resilient, motivated and high-performing teams;

• Anyone passionate about personal development, leadership and creating meaningful impact; and

• Sports enthusiasts, community leaders and those inspired by stories of perseverance, achievement and giving back.

 

 

Don't miss this opportunity to hear from one of Geelong's most accomplished sporting ambassadors as he shares the lessons that continue to shape leaders, communities and success long after the race is over.

 

Please note: our AGM will take place at 5.30pm, before our dinner event commences at 5.45pm