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Nominations closing soon for the Marcus Oldham Rural Leadership Program Nominations for the Marcus Oldham College Rural Leadership Program, sponsored by the National Australia Bank, close on Monday, 19 May. The annual event aims to enhance the leadership qualities of Australians involved in agriculture through developing leadership skills, self-confidence and personal effectiveness. Participants in the five-day program will be drawn from all states to participate in the series of seminars and interactive workshops led by industry experts. As a key sponsor of the Program, General Manager of the National's Agribusiness Division, Mike Carroll, says the National is committed to playing its role in assisting the development of future agri-leaders, and in making business and leadership skills accessible to farmers. "The Marcus Oldham Rural Leadership Program is a wonderful initiative that helps to ensure the development of outstanding leaders in all areas of agriculture, whether it be farm management or agri-politics," said Mr Carroll. "By supporting a program that helps equip people with the attributes to guide Australian agriculture to a prosperous future, the National feels we are making a meaningful and positive contribution to the future of all Australians." Keynote speakers will include industry leaders Brian Clarke, Neil Inall, Mike Stephens, David Mitchell, Adrian Kennelly and John Henwood. The Program is limited to 36 participants and will run from June 29 to July 4. For more information and nomination forms, please visit the Marcus Oldham website (http://www.marcusoldham.vic.edu.au) or telephone Jennifer Jones on 03 5243 3533.
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