71. BEN MILLINGTON

In this episode of The Courage to Lead, Deputy Commissioner Ben Millington shares his inspiring leadership journey from surf lifesaving as a teenager to leading operational coordination for NSW Rural Fire Service. Ben reflects on key lessons from policing in tough communities, coordinating crisis responses during the Black Summer fires and COVID, and driving reform in Queensland. With honesty and humility, he highlights the power of persistence, team trust, and listening deeply. A must-listen for leaders navigating high-stakes environments and complex change.   🔊 Listen now to learn how leadership in high stakes environments and more importantly how to prepare yourself to be the best leader you can be.   Follow Allan Sicard on LinkedIn, Instagram and ALLANSICARD.COM.