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Day 1 | 28 November 2023
7:50
Registration and Morning Refreshments
8:30
Welcome to Country
8:50
Chairperson’s Opening Address
Simone Clarke, Chief Executive Officer, UN Women Australia
THE FUTURE OF LEADERSHIP
9:00
Opening Keynote: Leading with purpose, impact, and integrity in the Digital Age
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Prioritising ethics, responsible business practices, and guiding change to build resilience and create a positive impact
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Exploring emerging technology trends and the crucial role women play in driving innovation and shaping the future
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Championing Diversity and building Inclusive perspectives
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Embracing authenticity and unique leadership styles for women in lead in confidence
Sandra Martínez, Chief Executive Officer, Nestlé Oceania
9:20
Fireside Chat: Unlocking the Power of Emerging First Nations Leaders
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Charting pathways for diverse emerging leaders, dismantling traditional barriers to success, and harnessing your leadership strengths to elevate your vision
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Forging connections between ourselves and government to better represent and lead the communities we serve
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Empowering your role as an ally to First Nations leaders and enacting authentic allyship
Moderator: Lil Gordon, First Assistant Secretary - First Nations Outcomes, Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, and the Arts
Tahlia-Rose Vanissum, Woppaburra women, Australian Public Servant, Board Director and Chairperson
10:00
Partner Session: How connections can inspire a ripple effect
Mimi Lee, Founder & CEO, Meiava
10:05
Speed Networking: Meet and engage with multiple peers in 15 minutes to foster meaningful connections
10:20
Morning Tea
AMPLIFYING VOICES: ADVOCACY AND INFLUENCE
10:50
Introduction to Mini Workshops
11:00
Mini Workshops
Mini Workshop for New and Emerging Leaders: Discover strategies and tips for new and
aspiring leaders to excel in their first managerial roles. Recognising that every leader begins somewhere, what helpful advice and strategies can new leaders learn to gain a head start and transition successfully into their new roles?
Breakout A: Cathy Thorpe, Leadership Development Executive and Career Coach, BBB
Advisory
Breakout B: Jennie Rogerson, Global Head of People, Canva
Breakout C: Mandy Young, Chief Operating Officer, NSW Department of Customer Service
Mini Workshop for Middle Management: Gain practical insights and actionable strategies to master the art of balancing strategic priorities with day-to-day operations, effective managing up, down and across the organisation, and fostering team performance and growth.
Breakout A: Angela Coble OAM, Managing Director | Chief Technology Officer - Products Group, Accenture
Breakout B: Rowenna Walker, Managing Director, NSW & ACT, Aurecon
Breakout C: Annette Gray, Director, Annette Gray Consulting
Mini Workshop for Top-Level Management & C-Suite: Equip yourself with the strategies needed to navigate change and innovation to steer your organisation to success. Gain insights into the path towards C-Suite and board positions, and how you can actively create equal opportunities in your organisation to drive inclusivity.
Breakout A: Melinda Petrunoff, Country Manager, Australia & New Zealand, Pinterest
11:50
Slido Poll
Streamed from Sydney, Australia
12:00
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
12:50
Networking Lunch
CREATING A LASTING LEADERSHIP LEGACY
1:50
Redraw presence into conference room
Leona Watson, Keynote Speaker - Executive & Business Coach
Streamed from Wellington, Aotearoa New Zealand
2:00
In Conversation: Thinking beyond your tenure
Leadership isn't just about the here and now; it's a legacy you leave behind. How do you make impactful decisions that outlive your tenure? Join us for a riveting session with the Rt Hon Helen Clark, former Prime Minister of New Zealand, who will share her wisdom on long-lasting, impactful leadership.
Agnes Naera, Chief Executive Officer, Global Women
Hon. Helen Clark, Former Prime Minister of New Zealand
3:00
Keynote: Embracing diverse perspectives and inclusivity to inspire collaborative success
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Ensuring those with lived experience are part of the conversation
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Creating safe spaces that bring different viewpoints and perspectives to the table
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Unlocking the power of strong networks and collaboration to inspire success
Majella Knobel, , Head of Access and Inclusion, Westpac
3:30
Afternoon Tea
EMPOWERING THE NEXT GEN: DEVELOPING EMERGING LEADERS
4:00
Trivia
Streamed from Sydney, Australia
4:10
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
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@womenleadersinstitute.com at least 6 weeks before the event.
8:30
Registration and Morning Refreshments
8:50
Chairperson’s Opening Address
Alison Woolsey, Professional Services Executive & NFP Director
LEADING BY EXAMPLE: DEMONSTRATING COMMITMENT TO GENDER EQUITY
9:00
C-Suite Panel Discussion: Driving talent, trust, and innovation: Valuing diverse perspectives for a resilient workforce
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Embracing equal opportunities to drive both organisational success and societal progress in today’s interconnected world
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How leaders can embrace vulnerability and establish trust within their teams and organisations
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What is the biggest learning from the tough times that you have led through?
Moderator: Rebecca Nash, Chief People Officer, AMP
Paul Zahra, Chief Executive Officer, Australian Retailers Association
Marc England, Chief Executive Officer, Ausgrid
Lisa Annese, Chief Executive Officer, Diversity Council Australia
Melanie Cochrane, CEO/Group Managing Director, A/NZ Equifax
9:50
Sharing session: How can allies amplify voices, provide advice, and create opportunities for advancement of female leaders?
10:10
Morning Tea
LEADING WITH AUTHENTICITY: UNLOCKING THE POWER OF LEADERSHIP STYLES
10:40
Trivia
10:50
Keynote: Stand out and make a lasting impact
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Finding allies and advocates: Cultivating relationships with those who can support you
in the workplace and amplify your voice -
Building resilience in the face of challenges, setbacks, and biases
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Finding your purpose and having the confidence to overcome your limitations
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Embracing your unique leadership strengths and inspiring others to take action
Hon. Kristina Keneally, Chief Executive Officer, Sydney Children’s Hospitals Foundation
11:20
Keynote: Fostering Inspiration and Preparing for the Future
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Uncovering valuable insights for informed decision-making:
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Key lessons in overcoming limitations as a female leader
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As leaders, how can we plan and prepare to cater for the next generation of customers and employees?
Ashi Bhat, Founder; TEDx and Keynote Speaker, Leadership and Consumer Marketing, INSIDER
11:50
Slido Poll
Streamed from Sydney, Australia
12:00
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
Dr Anna Cody, Sex Discrimination Commissioner, Australian Human Rights Commission
12:50
Networking Lunch
DEVELOPING LEADERSHIP PRESENCE AND INFLUENCE
1:50
Prize Draw
2:00
Introduction to Interactive Scenario-Based Breakout Sessions
2:10
Interactive Scenario-Based Breakout Sessions
Our interactive scenario-based breakouts will help you nurture core professional and personal skills. Each session will run for thirty minutes. Delegates will have the opportunity to participate in two discussions.
LEADERSHIP
Breakout A: Developing leadership resilience: How to build resilience to effectively manage setbacks, navigate challenges and bounce back from adversity in leadership roles?
Sue Tsigaros, Leadership Coach, Consultant and Facilitator for Business Performance and Career Satisfaction, Iris Group
Breakout B: Building your personal leadership brand: How are you taking control of your personal brand and leading authentically?
Friska Wirya, All Things Change, Fresh by Friska
CAREER ADVANCEMENT
Breakout C: “Letting Go” to Grow as a Leader: Often what got you to where you are, is now getting in the way of how you’re perceived & rewarded as a Leader. Uplevel instantly as you identify & blitz those roadblocks!
Leona Watson, Keynote Speaker - Executive & Business Coach
Breakout D: Mentorship and Sponsorship: How to implement strategies for finding mentors, building meaningful relationships, and seeking sponsorship to advance your career?
Ida Huang, Executive Leadership Coach and Facilitator, Amplify Coaching
PERSONAL GROWTH
Breakout E: Overcoming Imposer Syndrome: How to build self-confidence and assertiveness skills to effectively navigate leadership roles and overcome self-doubt?
Sheila Vijeyarasa, Transformation Coach & Author, Empowering Intuition
Breakout F: Restoring your Authentic self: How to develop your emotional intelligence and empathy to build strong relationships, navigate challenging conversations and create inclusive and supportive team environments?
Mirjana Boznovska, Founder & CEO, ONE Beyond Success; Conscious Leadership, Human Behaviour, Speaker, Future of Work, Author, CPA
3:20
Afternoon Tea
TURN INSPIRATION TO ACTION
3:50
Q&A Panel: Personal growth as leaders
Hear from exceptional leaders and c-suite executives as they delve into the art of personal
growth as a leader. Discover effective strategies, tools, and techniques to sharpen your leadership skills, and inspire continuous development within your team.
Moderator: Angelique Wan, Chief Executive Officer, Consent Labs
Tara Osborne, General Manager, Strategy and Innovation, BINGO Industries, AFR BOSS
Young Executive 2021
Sarah Derry, Chief Executive Officer – Pacific, Accor
Maryam Bechtel, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), AGL
4:40
Delegate Spotlight
4:50
Chairperson Closing Address
5:00
End of Summit
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