ADIA EVENTS NOT TO MISS IN 2026

Join us in Melbourne on Thursday 12 February 2026 at 5:30pm. 

ADIA, esomar, and The Research Society are excited to work together in 2026 to host this year’s Industry Research Briefing in Melbourne. 

The event brings together practitioners, suppliers, and legal experts to discuss key trends and share ideas. The program will cover what’s shaping brands in consumer research, how AI is changing our work and why human expertise still matters, and the ethical and governance risks business leaders should keep in mind as the industry evolves.

This is a great chance to reconnect with peers and friends, pick up practical insights, and stay informed about the challenges and opportunities your business may face in 2026. We hope you’ll join us to celebrate the new year and what lies ahead. 

The Leaders Forum full-day program empowers industry leaders with practical strategies and fresh perspectives to navigate today’s fast-changing environment.

As we head into 2026, leaders continue to be challenged by a world that is increasingly tech-focused, artificially intelligent and data-driven.

As leaders, how do we keep up with change and remain flexible, while maintaining our values and corporate identity?

Human-led, AI-enabled - At its core, leadership remains an inherently human pursuit. While AI may revolutionise the way we work, it is human leaders who define our purpose and goals. Successful leaders will blend human depth with digital fluency, using AI as a tool—not a replacement—and focusing on uniquely human strengths. An organisation’s advantage in the AI era depends not just on technology to drive productivity, but on authentic, adaptable, responsible and resilient leaders.

This year’s Leaders Forum focuses on human-centric leadership and AI, all designed to capitalise on the value of people in our highly connected ecosystem.

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