Skip to content

Consulting Groups Melbourne

Network with professionals in consulting groups

Lead With Impact Through Powerful Facilitation

Lead With Impact Through Powerful Facilitation

Thu, Oct 22, 7:00 AM
From Product Anonymous Meetup - Melbourne
4.7

Join us for a hands-on workshop where you'll learn how to design and run workshops that actually move teams forward. Going beyond the standard retro and sticky notes, & drawing on real examples from hundreds of workshops plus grounded in coaching and facilitation practice, we'll cover everything from setting the right goals, to a practical toolkit to design your next workshop with intent, to tips for the messy real-world stuff like handling conflict, getting people to engage, and keeping energy up when things go sideways. You'll leave with practical techniques you can use straight away, tools to help teams go from discussion to real decisions, and more confidence being the person running the room. **Our speaker** [Aseel Hamarneh](https://www.linkedin.com/in/aseelhamarneh/) is a Product lead with over 15 years’ experience in tech, working multiple organisations and countries. Over that time, she has seen a consistent pattern: teams collaborate constantly and run regular workshops and retros, yet often leave potential on the table because facilitation is treated as a format rather than a leadership skill. She has designed and led organisation-wide workshops, large-scale training programs, and numerous strategy and ideation sessions. Her focus is not on running meetings, but on using facilitation to drive alignment, generate stronger ideas, and support meaningful decisions during change and complexity. Drawing on formal facilitation training and executive coaching accreditation, Aseel approaches facilitation as a capability that shapes how teams think and collaborate. Across diverse organisational contexts, she has seen the same principle hold: strong facilitation unlocks the full potential of collective thinking. **Our hosts**: [NV AI Learning Centre](https://www.naturalvelocity.ai/) Directions Natural Velocity Head Office is located on Level One, 9 Star Cres Docklands (inside The District Docklands) next to Melbourne College of Hair and Beauty. By tram: We're at the last stop on tram routes 70 & 86 (free tram zone). Exit the FRONT of the tram, cross the road and enter the left-hand side District Docklands entrance, up the escalator near Penny Specialty Coffee, take a left over the bridge and we're next to Melbourne College of Hair & Beauty By Rideshare: Enter ‘Natural Velocity’ into your App and a driver will drop you off outside The District Docklands entrance. enter the left-hand side District Docklands entrance, up the escalator near Penny Specialty Coffee, take a left over the bridge and we're next to Melbourne College of Hair & Beauty By Car: Park in “the District Docklands East Carpark” above Woolies. From your car exit level one, walk past H&M towards Star Cres, turn left take a right over the bridge and we're next to Melbourne College of Hair & Beauty. NV can discount parking down to $7. By Motorbike/bicycle: Plenty of two wheel parking is available along Docklands Drive Our sponsor: [Pendo](https://www.pendo.io/why-pendo/) Pendo’s mission is to elevate the world’s experience with software. Built on trillions of behavioural data points, Pendo’s product intelligence platform helps companies understand how people and agents use their products and ensure every digital experience delivers real value. And through our Mind the Product and customer communities, we provide education, events, and training to support product and digital leaders everywhere. Pendo is headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina, with 10 global offices. Learn more at [pendo.io](http://pendo.io/).

  • Photo of the user
  • Photo of the user
  • Photo of the user
120 attendees
Community Conversations: Creating Prosperity for Posterity

Community Conversations: Creating Prosperity for Posterity

Fri, Oct 23, 8:30 AM
From Community Conversations
4.9

What if prosperity was measured not only by what we gain, but by what we leave behind? We often think of prosperity as success, security or material wellbeing. But what gives life a deeper sense of fulfilment, and how might our understanding of prosperity change when we consider its impact beyond ourselves? Through stories and shared conversation, this evening will explore ideas such as contentment, sacrifice and legacy, inviting us to consider what it means to live well today while contributing meaningfully to those who come after us. Community Conversations provides an inclusive space where people from all backgrounds and beliefs are welcome. Each session includes a short presentation, followed by shared group consultation, where we can explore the theme together, along with time to connect, socialise, and enjoy light refreshments. This is a free event and all are invited to attend.

  • Photo of the user
  • Photo of the user
  • Photo of the user
5 attendees
Capability ≠ Capacity: What I wish I’d known about neurodivergence leading tech

Capability ≠ Capacity: What I wish I’d known about neurodivergence leading tech

Thu, Oct 22, 6:30 AM
From Tech Leading Ladies
4.8

Capability ≠ Capacity: What I wish I’d known about my neurodivergent brain when I was leading in tech I was diagnosed ADHD and autistic at 41, following severe burnout at the peak of my career in technology leadership, transformation and digital delivery. I was clearly capable of doing complex work. What I didn’t understand was why things that seemed like they should be easy could sometimes require an enormous amount of effort. In this talk, I’ll explore some of the less visible things that use our capacity at work — and how this helps us to find the right strategies to work sustainably as a neurodivergent leader. **Agenda (time in Melbourne/AEST)** * 5:30pm Networking * 6:00pm Welcome * 6:05pm Main Presentation * 6:35pm Q&A * 7:00pm Networking * 7:30pm Close **This will be a HYBRID event:** **Zoom link -** will be posted 1hr before event starts. **Our Speaker** **Ani Møller** Ani Møller is a neurodivergent leadership coach and ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC) who works exclusively with neurodivergent leaders. Before becoming a coach, Ani worked in technology, transformation and digital delivery, including as an Executive Director leading large teams and multi-million-dollar programs. They were diagnosed ADHD and autistic at 41 following severe burnout, and subsequently trained as an ADHD coach. Their work now brings together lived experience, coaching and decades of leadership and transformation experience to help neurodivergent leaders understand how they work and build more sustainable ways of working and leading.

  • Photo of the user
  • Photo of the user
  • Photo of the user
54 attendees
Engineering Machine Consciousness Monthly Meetup

Engineering Machine Consciousness Monthly Meetup

Thu, Oct 22, 7:30 AM
From Engineering Machine Consciousness
4.8

The discussion topic for this meetup will be identity and whether or not history is a necessary condition for consciousness as Dretske proposed. James

  • Photo of the user
  • Photo of the user
2 attendees
AI Workflows for Lean Product Teams

AI Workflows for Lean Product Teams

Wed, Oct 21, 6:30 AM
From LTP Events Melbourne
4.8

Lean product teams don't have the luxury of dedicated AI specialists or months to experiment. They need practical ways to move faster without adding headcount or complexity. Hosted by Leading the Product and generously supported by Stone & Chalk at their Melbourne CBD headquarters, this evening brings together speakers for a candid panel discussion. Speakers: * [Emily Mason](https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilymason2/): VP of Product @ The Martec * [Josh Centner](https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshcentner/): Head of Product - Platform, Reliability, DX and Quality @ Netwealth * [Vijayan Seenisamy](https://www.linkedin.com/in/vijayan-seenisamy/): Author of The Pilot Trap, Enterprise AI Delivery * [Mark Oliver](https://www.linkedin.com/in/markdavidoliver/): General Manager of Professional Services @ Brainmates This session brings together a panel of product leaders and practitioners who've been in the trenches, integrating AI into their day-to-day workflows. Expect candid discussion on topics like: * Where AI genuinely accelerates discovery, delivery, and decision-making, and where it doesn't * Tools and workflows lean teams are using to punch above their weight * The organisational and cultural shifts needed to make AI adoption stick * Common pitfalls, false starts, and lessons learned the hard way * How to balance speed with quality when your team is small Whether you're just starting to experiment with AI in your product process or looking to sharpen an existing workflow, you'll leave with practical insights you can apply immediately, straight from teams who've done the work. Following the panel discussion, we'll open things up for audience Q&A before continuing the conversation over drinks and networking with Melbourne's Product community. **Evening timeline** 5.30pm – 6.15pm: Arrive, grab a drink, and connect 6.15pm – 7pm: Panel discussion and audience Q&A 7pm – 7.30pm: Networking, conversation, and connection A huge shoutout to [Stone & Chalk](https://www.stoneandchalk.com.au/ "https://www.stoneandchalk.com.au/") for their gracious hosting, venue and collaboration with Leading the Product. Stone & Chalk is a purpose-driven not-for-profit and Australia's largest and longest-running innovation community. It brings together top talent to build future-shaping technologies and helps founders and ventures grow faster. Positioned as a catalyst and convenor in the innovation space, it's a trusted super-connector and leader connecting innovators and companies to accelerate business growth. We'll have light food and drinks covered, all we ask is that you bring your curiosity, your questions, and your perspective. Reserve your spot today.

  • Photo of the user
  • Photo of the user
  • Photo of the user
91 attendees
Day of the Dead

Day of the Dead

Sat, Oct 17, 7:00 AM
From Port Phillip Soulful Conversations
4.9

Come for a delicious hawker style Vietnamese inspired dinner and settle in for a deep conversation on "Life after Death" as we prepare for Halloween (Oct 31) and Day of the Dead (Nov 1). We start our exploration using short selections from the Bahá’í teachings and other inspirational sources. The aim is to uplift, inspire and motivate; the conversation will benefit from all participants’ viewpoints. Everyone is invited to positively contribute to elevated conversations, inquiry, consultation and learning.

  • Photo of the user
  • Photo of the user
  • Photo of the user
10 attendees
430kMonthly events
calendar icon
60mMembers
people1 icon
4.5App store rating
appStore icon
200kGroups
people2 icon

Frequently asked questions

Meetup helps you connect with others by joining groups and attending events based on shared interests. Whether you’re looking to expand professional networks or discover a new hobby, Meetup provides the platform to engage with communities near you.

You can easily find consulting-related events in Melbourne by searching for relevant groups and activities on Meetup. Simply input your interest and location to explore a variety of professional gatherings and networking opportunities happening nearby.

Yes, you can join multiple consulting groups on Meetup. This allows you to expand your network across various facets of consulting and enhance your career opportunities by engaging with different communities.

Meetup offers a free tier which allows users to browse and join groups, and RSVP to events. Some groups may charge fees for specific events, although using the platform itself requires no initial cost.

Join groups aligned with your professional interests, like consulting, attend events, and engage with members. Networking is effectively fostered through active participation and engaging conversations at events.

Yes, Melbourne hosts numerous consulting meetups catering to different sectors of the industry. Use Meetup’s search function to discover groups that match your professional needs and attend scheduled events.

Local consulting communities can be discovered through Meetup by searching based on interest and region. By attending events, you can connect with like-minded professionals and engage with local industry experts.

Meetup offers a broad range of groups, but availability depends on user creation within the region. Popular interests like consulting typically have active groups in major cities, like Melbourne, with new events and opportunities regularly posted.

No commitment is required to attend every event for a group you join. You can choose which events best suit your interests and schedule, allowing for flexible participation based on your availability.

No, events are typically organized by individual group hosts or related organizations, not directly by Meetup itself. These hosts plan activities according to the group’s focus and collective interest, facilitating professional connections.

Participating in group activities is a great way to network. Such gatherings in consulting provide platforms for exchanging insights, discussing industry trends, and establishing valuable professional connections.

While Meetup provides opportunities to meet professionals, success in forming connections is influenced by active participation and engagement during events. There is no guarantee, but many find it beneficial for expanding their circle.

Event organization can vary as it's dependent on the group hosts rather than Meetup. While many hosts plan thoroughly, experiences can differ, so it’s beneficial to review group pages and past event feedback for insights.

Absolutely, you can start your own group or host an event on Meetup. This is a valuable way to establish your presence in the consulting community, attract peers, and kickstart discussions on industry topics.

Group quality can vary depending on factors like leadership and engagement. In areas with active professional communities like Melbourne, you will typically find numerous well-coordinated groups focusing on professional development.