2026 Leaders' Summit program
20 – 21 October 2026, Sofitel Sydney Wentworth
← Return to the 2026 BCCM Taste of Australia Dinner and Leaders’ Summit
The BCCM Leaders’ Summit and Taste of Australia Dinner will be held across two days, 20–21 October 2026, in Sydney NSW, bringing together the leaders of Australia’s co-operative and mutual sector. The program opens with the renowned Taste of Australia Dinner, followed by Breakfast on the Hill at NSW Parliament House and the flagship Leaders’ Summit at Sofitel Sydney Wentworth – a sold-out gathering since 2014. Join 300 CEOs, managers and directors as they engage with this year’s theme, “trust is our currency”, through a dynamic and influential program.
Taste of Australia Dinner and Honour Roll
Tuesday, 20 October 2026, Wentworth Ballroom, Sofitel Sydney Wentworth
Presented by NRMA
Time: 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM AEDT
MC: Leigh Sales, Host ABC Australian Story
Breakfast on the Hill
Wednesday, 21 October 2026, The Strangers Room, Parliament House, Sydney, NSW
Presented by HCF
Time: 7:30 AM – 8:45 AM AEDT
Platinum Partner Keynote introduction: Lorraine Thomas, CEO HCF
Leaders' Summit
Wednesday, 21 October 2026, Wentworth Ballroom, Sofitel Sydney Wentworth
Time: 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM AEDT
This year’s Summit is guided by the theme “Trust is our currency”, bringing together sector leaders to share insights, challenge thinking and strengthen member-focused practice.
The program will again feature the ever-popular Leader Dialogue sessions:
Dialogue 1: Capital use cases for fulfilling purpose and pursuing growth
Description
How co‑operatives and mutuals are deploying capital to balance purpose, performance and growth.
Dialogue 2: National Agricultural Co‑operatives Roundtable
Description
Exploring how co‑operatives can collaborate and adopt federated models to scale impact and grow market presence.
Dialogue 3: Governing AI adoption to achieve ROI and member trust
Description
How boards and executives are governing AI adoption to deliver value while maintaining member trust.
Presented by Grant Thornton
Dialogue 4: Impact reporting masterclass
Description
A practical discussion on measuring, reporting and communicating the value of co‑operatives and mutuals.
Presented by NRMA
Dialogue 5: National Retail and Buying Groups Roundtable
Description
Insights into how co‑operative buying groups are helping businesses compete and succeed in the market.
More details coming soon.
