Her Excellency the Hon Frances Adamson AC on adaptable leadership, an open mind and speaking from the heart

In this special episode of The Scholars’ Podcast, we speak with Her Excellency the Hon. Frances Adamson AC, 36th Governor of South Australia, about her extraordinary career in diplomacy and public service.

Joined by Tom Williams (2015 Woodside John Monash Scholar), Her Excellency reflects on her experiences as a government representative in Taipei, Ambassador to China, and Deputy High Commissioner in London. She shares lessons on leadership, channelling emotion, speaking from the heart and empowering others, offering invaluable insights on leadership, family and creating lifelong impact.

This special episode is part of the 2024 John Monash Leadership Series.