Rethinking Leadership Development

Abstract

Leadership development has traditionally followed a one-size-fits-all model, often designed with White men in mind. This narrow approach can inadvertently overlook or marginalize the potential of leaders from diverse racial, gender, and cultural backgrounds. Yet, research consistently demonstrates that organizations thrive when leaders reflect a broad range of experiences and perspectives. In this seminar, we will explore different approaches to leadership development that create inclusive pathways for individuals from all backgrounds to step into leadership roles.

Presenter Bios

Dr. Karryna Madison

Dr Karryna Madison is a Lecturer in Leadership at the Research School of Management at Australian National University. Receiving her PhD from Monash University in 2024, her research challenges fundamental assumptions in leadership. Her research has been featured in leading peer-reviewed management journals, including The Leadership Quarterly and Journal of Business Research and received notable international awards, such as a Best Paper Nominations at the Academy of Management (2023 and 2024), the 2024 Kenneth E. Clarke Research Award and the Greenleaf Scholars Award in 2021.

A/Prof. Nathan Eva

Associate Professor Nathan Eva is a Fulbright Scholar and the Co-Director of Engagement for the Department of Management at the Monash Business School. His research examines servant leadership – a follower-focused style of leadership – and leadership development practices that cultivate positive and impactful leaders. He was named on the Stanford / Elsevier list of "World's Top 2%" scientists and ScholarGPS’ top 1% of leadership scholars. His work has been published in leading international journals, including The Leadership Quarterly, Journal of Management Studies, and The Journal of Organizational Behavior. A/Prof Eva has worked with leading Australian organisations on their leadership development programs, including Coles, ANZ and the Australian Taxation Office and runs the International Leadership Association’s Leadership Education Academy, training the next generation of leadership development educators.