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NextGen Power Moves: Ancila Desai
At an Atlas Partners NextGen Power Moves event, Brett Conley sits down with Ancila Desai, CFO & CIO of Procurement Australia, for a candid conversation on leadership, career growth, confidence, family, continuous learning and the evolving role of finance professionals.
From technical expert to broader leader: 10 lessons from Ancila Desai
At an Atlas Partners NextGen Power Moves event, Ancila Desai shares 10 practical insights on career progression, leadership, confidence, sponsorship, continuous learning and the changing role of finance professionals.
Can you communicate with confidence when you don’t have certainty?
Strong leadership communication isn’t about pretending to have all the answers. It’s about being honest about what you know, clear about what you don’t, and giving your people confidence in what happens next.
Preparing yourself to step into a leadership role
Stepping into a leadership role doesn’t start with a promotion — it starts with preparation. From building emotional intelligence and communication skills to actively seeking out leadership opportunities, those who take a proactive approach position themselves to step up with confidence when the moment comes.
What does executive presence look like in 2026?
Executive presence in 2026 isn’t about being the loudest in the room — it’s about how you show up when it counts. It’s creating clarity in complexity, staying composed under pressure, and building trust through clear, confident communication.