Join Fremantle Chamber of Commerce and EV Charging Systems for Leading Forward, an exclusive leadership lunch featuring two AFL legends.
Gain powerful insights on resilience, strategy and success from:
Keynote Speaker: Justin Longmuir
Justin Longmuir is a highly respected leader in the Australian Football League and the senior coach of the Fremantle Dockers. With a strong playing background, having played 139 games for Fremantle from 1999 to 2007, Longmuir transitioned into coaching and has made a significant impact. He has held various coaching roles, including assistant senior coach at West Coast and a stint at Collingwood where he played a crucial role in their rise to the 2018 Grand Final. As a leader, Longmuir is known for his ability to build a high-performance environment and for his modern approach to coaching, which has earned him praise from the AFL community.
Fireside Chat Guests:
Matthew Pavlich
During the fireside will we chat to Matthew Pavlich, one of the AFL’s biggest stars and Fremantle’s most respected and admired player. Pavlich starred in a number of roles for the Dockers over his 17-year career, becoming the first WA-based player to play over 300 games - ending on 353 games. Matthew was a six-time Doig Medallist as Fremantle's Best and Fairest player and was named an All-Australian six times including in the midfield, fullback, half-forward, and full forward. Appointed Captain at 24, he captained the Dockers for a record 9 years which sees him ranked 6th all-time for games played as an AFL Captain. Off the field, Matthew obtained both a Bachelor of Science and an MBA from the University of Western Australia. He completed a 3-year tenure as the AFLPA’s President and a member of their board of directors (9 years) and spent time on the AFL Laws of the Game Committee. He is now enjoying on a blossoming career with Fox Sports and Channel 9. +
Ange Stannett (captain of the Fremantle Football Club in the AFL Women's (AFLW))
Began her sporting career in soccer, playing for Perth Glory in the W-League before transitioning to AFL. She joined the Fremantle Dockers AFLW team as a rookie in 2019, quickly earning a reputation for her reliability and skill. She hasn’t missed a game since her debut, finishing sixth in the Club’s Fairest and Best in 2021 and earning the 'Best Clubwoman' award for her selfless dedication. In 2024, despite facing a serious knee injury, Ange was voted in as Fremantle’s captain, leading the team with resilience and determination from the sidelines.
Theme: ‘Leading Forward’
Move ahead with vision, innovation and action, guiding others toward future success. The ‘Leading Forward‘ concept emphasises proactive leadership that not only adapts to change but also drives it. It ensures that an organisation, team, or community does not merely react to current trends but actively shapes the future.
Hosts: Mayor Hannah Fitzhardinge & FCC CEO, Chrissie Maus
Time: 12 noon - 3 pm
Venue: The Esplanade Hotel Fremantle (Sirius Room)
Dress Code: Business Attire (a touch of purple)
The colour purple symbolises ambition, power, and creativity, qualities our guest speakers embody in every aspect of their leadership. Discover how the values associated with purple—wisdom, strength, and perseverance—play a crucial role in shaping winning teams, fostering team spirit, and driving personal and professional growth.
Ticket includes: Two-Course Lunch | Little Creatures Beers | WA Wines
Don’t miss this chance to elevate your leadership and drive success—book today!
Word from our Sponsor
At EV Charging Systems, in partnership with Schneider Electric, we are not just keeping pace with the future - we are driving it forward. As leaders in sustainable technology, we are committed to revolutionising the way we power our world, ensuring that cleaner, greener, and smarter solutions are accessible for generations to come.
The theme of today’s event, Leading Forward, perfectly reflects our mission. Every charging station we install, every innovation we bring to market, and every partnership we forge is a step towards a more sustainable future.
Leadership isn’t just about vision - it’s about action, and we are proud to be at the forefront of this transformation.
It is an honor to support this event, bringing together leaders who, like us, are shaping the future through bold ideas and decisive action. Thank you for being part of this journey.
Alex Foster
Director, EV Charging Systems
