Speakers
Benita Lipps
Deepdive Session
This session will address critical, timely issues faced by the Executive Heads of associations, societies, and federations, in Leadership and the Governance aspects of their role.
In a world where change feels less like a season and more like the climate, association leaders need more than theory. They need tools. This interactive working session brings together Secretary Generals, CEOs, and Executive Directors to work on the practical leadership and governance questions that matter most. Through live polling, expert input, and focused peer exchange, participants will identify shared challenges and translate them into clear priorities and actionable solutions.
The session is led by Novya CEO Benita Lipps, a leading expert in nonprofit governance, and Lisa Kretschmann, experienced association leader, executive coach and Novya Leadership Lab Director. Together, they combine deep governance knowledge and hands-on leadership practice, offering concrete frameworks and real examples drawn from the association sector.
Agenda
Key takeaways
Lisa is the Leadership Lab Director of Novya and experienced association leader and executive coach.
Fascinated with both people and organisations and how they function, Lisa has built her career in leading various international trade federations. She has a track record of building extensive networks from scratch, creating visibility and driving impactful, global solutions.
In 2020, she created her own business, Re-Focus Coaching & Consulting, to support organizations and in particular trade federations as a project and management consultant, as well as providing coaching and trainings to support individuals and organizations to thrive. She is passionate about increasing the impact of female leaders.
Lisa believes that the personal development of individuals does not only benefit the people themselves in terms of performance and wellbeing, but that conscious and empowered leaders are the cornerstone of any successful organization.
