Ann Shannon
Ann Shannon is a highly respected corporate facilitator, coach, and advocate for women in leadership. With extensive experience in leadership and organisational development across various industries and countries, Ann is dedicated to empowering and developing leaders to unlock their full potential and achieve their goals across all aspects of their lives.
Ann's focus on aligning people with their purpose and ambitions has helped organisations achieve their business objectives while fostering a supportive and inspiring environment. Her innovative and tailored initiatives address the unique needs of each individual, helping them discover and embrace their true potential.
A pioneer in personal leadership, change, and wellbeing, Ann's work has touched the lives of countless individuals, helping them overcome challenges and reach new heights of success. Her dedication to the impact that learning can have on the success of an organisation has resulted in initiatives that are unique to the organisation's context and have consistently met business imperatives.
Ann's experience of working in male-dominated organisations has created a deep connection with the important questions of gender and inclusion in the workplace. She is the founder of Seed Consulting, through which she has created a range of initiatives. These include Intensely Real, women-specific leadership and coaching; Guild, a unique community for women and millennial men and women; and All In... Men for Inclusion, a specific approach for men.
Ann is a sought-after facilitator and coach, with organisations seeking her care and expertise for the sensitive and real conversations required about leadership, inclusion, and gender. Her commitment to empowering women in leadership positions has been a driving force in her career, and her passion and dedication continue to inspire individuals and organisations alike.
2023 Program
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Intensely Real unfolds over a 3-month journey, from 1 September to 30 November 2023. The highlight of the program, our 3-day retreat, takes place from 10 October to 13 October 2023.
Our 1:1 coaching sessions and group sessions are conducted online, while the immersive 3-day retreat is hosted at the picturesque Stones of the Yarra Valley, Victoria. We welcome participants from across Australia and internationally, but please note that attending the in-person retreat is an essential component of this transformative experience.
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The Intensely Real program requires an investment of $7,500 + GST, which covers your entire leadership journey – including a private, luxurious room during the retreat, all meals, and additional experiences.
We understand the importance of aligning this program with your leadership development plan and are here to help. If you need assistance in obtaining organisational support or funding for Intensely Real, please don't hesitate to contact us.
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At Intensely Real, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment for all women in leadership roles, including transgender women and non-binary, femme-identifying individuals. We proudly support and embrace the LGBTQIA+ community.
We stand against discrimination in all its forms and are dedicated to promoting a diverse and respectful space for all participants, regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or any other factors that make our community unique and vibrant.
If you have any questions about inclusivity or would like to discuss whether this program is the right fit for you, please don't hesitate to get in touch with us via our Contact form.