From Idea to Impact

Speakers

Adrian Harders, Innovation and Productivity Manager, Harders

Julian Harders, Commercial Manager, Harders

Date and Time | Friday 22 May, 12:15pm - 1:00pm

In our own way, we have all experienced the twists and turns of life, meaning, we all know one undeniable truth: change is the only constant. And, as a member of a family business, openness to the evolving tides that each generation brings is crucial.

Younger family members possess a knack for swiftly grasping and utilising new technologies, staying attuned to consumer trends and devising innovative strategies to enhance productivity and challenge established norms. Infusing your business decisions with this mindset can give you an incredible advantage.

Effectively managing risk becomes imperative amidst uncertainties. Take, for instance, the case of siblings Adrian and Julian Harders, third generation family members of Henning Harders, a leading Australian Logistics and Freight Forwarding Company, Customs Broker and International Trade Consultancy. They are the driving force behind an innovative automation idea that led to the development of software streamlining processes within their family enterprise. The remarkable outcome has significantly boosted employee engagement and productivity.

Adrian and Julian will delve into their journey from conceptualisation to execution, sharing the hurdles, uncertainties and the triumphant outcomes. It is also a reminder of the value of passing on the entrepreneurial spirit that started the business in the first place. When that spirit is nurtured, it gives future generations the confidence and capability to be creative, innovative and bold.

From idea to impact

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Adrian Harders

Julian Harders

About Harders

Facilitator

Dominic Pelligana

Dominic is a partner of Lineage Group with over 25 years’ experience working exclusively with large private and family-owned businesses and family office groups across numerous sectors.

More than an adviser on strategy, governance, succession, tax and accounting, Dominic understands the normal & predictable opportunities and challenges facing business families and can offer insights into best practice and industry leaders. Dominic helps owners; their families and their businesses get to where they want to go by sharing what is possible.

Dominic’s extensive experience as an adviser, director, and business owner enables him to offer rich commercial and technical perspectives to his clients.

As trusted adviser to some of Australia’s largest and most successful business families, Dominic holds more than ten positions on Business, Family and Shareholder Boards.

Dominic also holds multiple roles with charitable entities including the John T Reid Charitable Trusts, The Madge Brown Foundation, The Haymes Family Foundation and The Kelly Family Foundation.