Day 1 | 28 November 2023
7:50
Registration and Morning Refreshments
8:30
Welcome to Country
8:50
Chairperson’s Opening Address
Chiou See Anderson, President, National Council of Women of Australia
THE FUTURE OF LEADERSHIP
9:00
Opening Keynote: AI and the future of leadership
9:20
Executive Fireside Chat: Setting a clear vision and developing a strategic roadmap for your organisation
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How to lead organisational change, manage disruptions and navigate uncertainty and risk to make informed decisions
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How leaders can engage with stakeholders, including employees, customers, and communities, in a way that reflects shared values
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What legacy will you leave on the teams and people that you lead?
Moderator: Shannon McFadden, Chief Strategy, Sustainability and People Officer, Queensland Airports Limited
Greg Leach AFSM, Commissioner, Queensland Fire and Emergency Services
10:00
Speed Networking: Break the ice and engage in rapid-fire interactions with multiple peers
10:20
Morning Tea
AMPLIFYING VOICES: ADVOCACY AND INFLUENCE
10:50
Trivia
Streamed from Sydney, Australia
11:00
In Conversation: Redefining Success
Dive into an insightful and engaging conversation with two of Australia’s most renowned journalists, Leigh Sales and Annabel Crabb as they share their perspectives on leadership, storytelling, and navigating the complexities of today. Don't miss this opportunity to engage with their expertise and wit in a thought-provoking conversation that promises to inspire and enlighten.
Leigh Sales AM, Author and Journalist
Annabel Crabb, Author and Journalist
11:50
Networking Lunch
CASTING A LASTING LEADERSHIP LEGACY
12:50
Interactive Activity
Streamed from Wellington, Aotearoa New Zealand
1:00
In Conversation: Thinking beyond your tenure
Rt Hon. Helen Clark, Former Prime Minister, New Zealand Government
2:00
Keynote: Casting a legacy by empowering your leadership pipeline
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Empowering leaders by creating safe spaces for different viewpoints and perspectives
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Benefits of building strong networks and fostering collaboration across your organisation’s leadership pipeline
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How to mitigate a single point of failure by creating multiple sources of critical knowledge and decision making
Kate Jones, ARL Commissioner, National Rugby League; Executive Director, Tech Council of Australia; Director, Paralympics Australia
2:30
Afternoon Tea
EMPOWERING THE NEXT GEN: DEVELOPING EMERGING LEADERS
3:00
SLIDO Poll
Streamed from Sydney, Australia
3:10
UN Women in Conversation: Paving the way for future generations
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How can established leaders serve as role models to share knowledge and experiences, and offer feedback
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As you move up the ladder, how can you encourage other female leaders in your organisation to move up too?
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How to best acknowledge and celebrate the achievements and contributions of emerging leaders
Simone Clarke, Chief Executive Officer, UN Women Australia
Dr Catherine Ball PhD, Associate Professor, Author, Entrepreneur, Scientific Futurist, and Visioneer
4:00
In Conversation – Leadership from a Gen Z point of view
Rhiannon Frater, Chief Communications & Corporate Affairs Officer, Domino’s Pizza Enterprise Limited; 2023 B&T 30 under 30 (PR)
Izzy Gardener, Consumer PR Manager, Domino’s Pizza Enterprise Limited
4:20
Table Discussions
A: How to support emerging leaders to take calculated risks, think creatively and propose innovative solutions
B: How to create safe environments that allow for experimentation and learning from failures
C: The role of mentorship and sponsorship: How to champion emerging leaders’ achievements and showcase potential to senior leaders
D: Leading across the generations: How to effectively lead teams that are from different generations?
4:40
Reflection and Key Takeaways from Table Discussion
5:00
Chairperson's Closing Address
5:10
Cocktail Party and End of Summit Day One
Day 2 | 29 November 2023
BRING ALONG AN ALLY FOR THE MORNING PLENARY SESSIONS
Bring along a male or non-binary ally for the morning plenary sessions (up until morning tea).
Including non-binary and male voices is crucial to accelerating change when it comes to eliminating gender bias in workplaces. Bring along the allies in your company who are true advocates for developing diverse leaders, to spark authentic conversations around supporting underrepresented employees. Send across the details of your ally to info@womenleadersinsitute.com at least 6 weeks before the event.
8:30
Registration and Morning Refreshments
8:50
Chairperson’s Opening Address
Dr Diana Tolmie, D’Addario-endorsed woodwind performing artist; Senior Lecturer, Professional Practice, Griffith University
LEADING BY EXAMPLE: DEMONSTRATING COMMITMENT TO GENDER EQUITY
9:10
CEO Panel: The value of diverse perspectives and experiences in driving innovation and decision making
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Strategies for recruiting top talent, fostering collaboration and empowering employees to contribute their best work
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Strategies for managing work-life integration, setting boundaries and achieving a healthy work-life balance
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What is the biggest learning from the tough times that you have led through?
Moderator: Monica Bradley, Managing Director, Purposeful Impact; Chairperson, Circonomy
Christine Castley, Chief Executive Officer, Multicultural Australia
Jan Kwak, Managing Director - Australia and Asia, Hatch
Kristan Conlon, Chair of Partners, McCullough Robertson
10:00
Sharing session: How can allies amplify your voice, provide advice and create opportunities for advancement of female leaders?
10:20
Morning Tea
LEADING WITH AUTHENTICITY: UNLOCKING THE POWER OF LEADERSHIP STYLES
10:50
Trivia
11:00
In Conversation: Australia’s leadership in gender equality – Initiating change and inspiring diversity of thought
Hon. Mary Wooldridge, Chief Executive Officer, Workplace Gender Equality Agency
11:50
Keynote: Stand out and make a lasting impact
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Building resilience in the face of challenges, setbacks and biases
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Embracing your unique leadership style and strengths
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How to consistently demonstrate positive behaviours aligned with your values to shape the attitudes, actions and perceptions of those who observe and interact with you
Professor Ngiare Brown, Chancellor, James Cook University; Founding Director, Ngaoara
12:20
Networking Lunch
DEVELOPING LEADERSHIP PRESENCE AND INFLUENCE
1:20
Prize Draw
1:30
Introduction to Interactive Scenario-Based Breakout Sessions
1:40
Interactive Scenario-Based Breakout Sessions
Delegates will participate in one breakout session of their choosing.
LEADERSHIP
Nurturing Self Leadership: How to nurture your own leadership to enhance your teams performance?
Simone Guild, Chief Executive Officer, The Extraordinary Group
Developing a diverse leadership pipeline: Understand how to amplify marginalized voices by empowering allies and sponsoring emerging leaders.
Sheetal Deo, Founder and Principal Solicitor, Shakti Legal Solutions; Founder and Lead Facilitator, The Diversity Collective
CAREER ADVANCEMENT
Developing executive presence: How to cultivate executive presence and enhance communications and presentation skills that project confidence and influence?
Sally Foley-Lewis, Middle Management & Self Leadership Expert
Mentorship and Sponsorship: How to implement strategies for finding mentors, building meaningful relationships, and seeking sponsorship to advance your career?
PERSONAL GROWTH
Leading with emotional intelligence: How to develop your emotional intelligence and empathy to build strong relationships, navigate challenging conversations and create inclusive and supportive team environments?
Cha Higginson, Intuitive Healer, Mentor and Soul Strategist
Assertiveness and confidence: How to build self-confidence and assertiveness skills to effectively navigate leadership roles and overcome self-doubt?
Suzie Lightfoot, Personal Brand Coach, Personal Brand Expert
2:30
Sharing Session: Reconvene to the room and share your key learnings
2:50
Afternoon Tea
3:20
Q&A Panel: Personal growth as leaders
Lessons learned, self-reflection and continuous learning
Moderator: Emma Wright, Chief People Officer, WorkCover Queensland; AFR 2023 BOSS Young Executives
Carol Vale, Chief Executive Officer, Murawin Pty Ltd – Statement of the heart Uluru – panel
Dinesh Palipana OAM, Doctor (Emergency Department), Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service; 2021 Queensland Australian of the Year
Cat Peppler, Group Executive Corporate, Aurizon
4:10
Delegate Spotlight
4:20
Chairperson's Closing Address
4:30
End of Summit