Three reasons I’m quitting my start-up to re-focus on my corporate career
In late 2016, as I was returning to work after the birth of my daughter Amelia, I had the best business idea I’d ever had. Now I don’t say this lightly, I’ve certainly had a lot of business ideas duri…
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Herbert Smith Freehills Australia welcomes eight new female partners
Global law firm, Herbert Smith Freehills is trying to rectify it’s gender, partner gap stat. And we have to say, they’re making some solid…
Three reasons I’m quitting my start-up to re-focus on my corporate career
In late 2016, as I was returning to work after the birth of my daughter Amelia, I had the best business idea I’d ever had. Now I don’t say this lightl…
Three reasons I’m quitting my start-up to re-focus on my corporate career
In late 2016, as I was returning to work after the birth of my daughter Amelia, I had the best business idea I’d ever had. Now I don’t say this lightly, I’ve certainly had a lot of business ideas duri…
DCC Jobs rebrands as WORK180 & goes international with million-dollar investment
Gender equality recruitment startup WORK180 has secured $1 million in funding, in a seed funding round led by Atlassian co-founder Scott Farquhar’s private investment firm, Skip Capital. Three years a…
‘There is no excuse’: Salesforce CEO was once in denial about the gender pay gap, he’s since spent millions closing it
It wasn’t so long ago that Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff declared it impossible that his billion dollar company could have a gender pay gap. He made the comment to Salesforce chief of personnel Ci…
Why Barbara Bush’s rousing 1990 speech hinting at a future female president is still celebrated
Former US first lady Barbara Bush is being remembered for her sharp wit and good humour. Indeed, one of her final jokes she made came at the expense of her son, former US president George W Bush, in w…
A few things to know about the global fight for women’s rights
I am feeling fired up, hopeful and energised at the same time that I am fatigued, overwhelmed and disillusioned. Confused? Welcome to my headspace! Spending three days attending the Stockholm Gender F…
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Changing the Ratio Sydney
Date: Monday 28th May Venue: Belvoir St Theatre, Surry Hills, Sydney Website: http://changingtheratio.com.au Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/bt-changing-the-ratio-2018-tickets-41407845982 B&T is a 65 year old publication for the Australian media, advertising and marketing industry. Changing the Ratio is a bold new initiative to continue B&T’s mission of making equality and inclusion the norm in Australia’s communications industry and beyond. […]
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12th National Public Sector Women in Leadership Summit
23 – 27 July | Canberra Change is an integral part of daily life in the Australian Public Service. Change calls for existing and emerging leaders to be adaptive in their decisions. By fostering innovation, navigating transformation and overcoming any obstacle standing in your way, you will be able to lead your team and organisation […]
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23rd Women in Leadership and Management Summit
23-27 July | Melbourne Research has shown that organisations with diverse leadership teams tend to have a more engaged workforce, enjoy greater productivity and in turn achieve greater commercial success in the long-term. However, enabling diversity and progressing into a leadership position requires more than skills and experience. Although many parts of your leadership journey […]
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Black is the New White: Sydney Theatre Company
What: Black is the New White When: 8pm on 21st to 24th March; and 2pm on 24th March Where: Riverside Theatres – corner of Church and Market Sts, Parramatta Tickets: Adult $69, Concession: $64. Discounts available for Riverside Theatres’ Members. Transaction fees: phone $4.60, web $3.60 and counter $2.60. Bookings: https://riversideparramatta.com.au/show/black-is-the-new-white or from the Box […]
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She Shares: Aim For The Stars Event
Date: 21 March 2018 Time: 6.00-8.30pm Address: 200 Barangaroo Avenue Cost: $118 Tickets: https://www.laynebeachleyfoundation.org.au/she-shares Grab your ticket to She SHARES for a night of inspiration with some of Australia’s most amazing women including: Elizabeth Ann MacGregor OBE, Director, Museum Contemporary Art Suzy Nicoletti, Managing Director, Twitter Australia Kristy Chong, entrepreneur and Founder of Modibodi […]
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The 9th Public Sector Women in Leadership Victoria Summit 2018
Leading in the Public Sector is challenging at the best of times. The transformative nature of the Public Sector requires constant personal and professional development to keep up with the ever-changing environment. As a leader in the Public Sector, resilience and strategy are essential to empower self-confidence and reach the top. Confronting leadership challenges with […]
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5th Women in Leadership Queensland Summit
16 April 2018- 20 April 2018 Brisbane Exhibition and Convention Centre Celebrating 5 years of success, The 5th Annual Women in Leadership Queensland Summit brings together inspirational leading women to share their insight and leadership journeys. Participants will master the skills and strategies to achieve career excellence through engaging case studies and interactive workshops. Discover […]
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11th Public Sector Women in Leadership Summit
20-23 March Hotel Realm Canberra The 11th National Public Sector Women in Leadership Summit 2018 brings together some of the most prominent leaders within the Public Sector to reflect on their leadership journeys and share practical advice on reaching your career goals. Both emerging and established leaders will have the opportunity to learn valuable lessons […]
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