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WILS 2019 WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP SUMMIT 2019 Turning meaningful commitment into purposeful action 24TH - 27TH SEPTEMBER YORK THEATRE, SEYMOUR CENTRE WILSUMMIT.COM.AU Back for its fourth year, the Women in Leadership Summit 2019 is guaranteed to be our best one yet! While more companies than ever before are focusing on gender equality and parity, many still struggle to translate this commitment into purposeful action. There is still a large gender pay gap, a lack of female representation on boards and too few professional role models. Building upon 3 incredible years, we’re bringing you an educationally focused event that will give you the tools to: • Turn meaningful commitment into purposeful action • Be a leader that acts with resolve and impact • Turn your organisation into an agent of change From inspiring keynotes to career-focused case-studies and interactive workshops, your leadership journey starts and continues with us. Join us at WILS 2019. What Our Past Attendees Have To Say Great Speakers and well run. Thank you! It’s been a fundmental learning experience. “ Very valuable, motivating and inspiring! Leadership to each speaker was comprehended differently but they all leaned towards the same - Assistant Director, DHS thought. It’s all about your people. - Manager, Avis Budget Group Great day. Got so much out of it and Key takeouts that were so true, realised once again the power of women. personal and inspiring. “ - Westpac - IAG WILS 2019 Our Incredible Speaker Line-Up Carrie Bickmore Alannah Hill Host of The Project Iconic Australian designer, Network 10 author and stylist Ann Sherry AO Gabby Costigan Susan Anderson Rae Johnston Fomer CEO and Chair CEO Managing Director Editor Carnival Australia BAE Systems UBER Junkee Sandra Martinez Suzanne Steel Erica Berchtold Marnie Baker CEO Managing Director CEO CEO Nestle Adobe The Iconic Bendigo and Adelaide Bank WILS 2019 Kendra Banks Claire Rogers Tara Commerford Nicola Grayson Managing Director CEO VP and Managing CEO SEEK World Vision Director ANZ Consult Australia GoDaddy Chelsea Bonner Alison Rice Claire Rogers Jerrill Retcher Founder & Director Former Group Publisher CEO CEO Bella Management of POPSUGAR World Vision Basketball Australia Annette Kimmitt Susan Martin Tim Reed Todd Battley CEO Managing Director CEO CEO Minter Ellison Johnson & Johnson Medical MYOB AECOM ANZ Jonathan Callaghan William Cox Patrick Regan CEO Global CEO CEO Investa Aurecon QBE What You Can Expect To Learn At The Women In Leadership Summit 2019? Learn how to communicate Become a strategic thinker and like a CEO develop your problem-solving skills Develop an executive management Become an effective coach and toolkit and roadmap mentor to future female leaders Realise your role as a Develop the infrastructure for champion for change equality and strategies that work 4 Core Equality Strategies for Your Business This year is all about action. Explore strategies and frameworks that address: • Gender Pay Equality • The Gender Quota Debate • Meritocracy in Recruitment • Formal Sponsorship Programs Be Inspired. If you’ve attended WILS in the past you’ll know we only invite women at the very top of their profession to share their knowledge and advice. In 2019 we have over 12 CEOs, along with a number of entrepreneurs, managing directors and executives who will help you become a better leader. WILS 2019 Who you will meet at WILS 2019 Here's a snapshot of out past audience: Seniority Company Breakdown Mid-Management Enterprise (500+) GM/Head of Department Government/Public Sector Senior Manager SME/ SMB (1-500) Lower and Non- Manager Education C-Suite/SVP Team Leader 2018 SPONSOR WILS 2019 Who You Will Meet At WILS 2019 Conference Agenda DAY 1 - 25th September Turning meaningful commitment into purposeful action Opening Sessions – Executive Tool Kit SESSION 1: Opening Keynote- 9:00AM The journey to Exec: Opportunities taken and challenges overcome Ann Sherry is a legend in the Australian Business landscape. She is one of the ANN SHERRY AO nation’s leading executives with a career that spans Government, Banking and Former CEO & Chair Cruise Tourism. She is currently the Chairman of Carnival Australia, the largest cruise ship operator in Australasia. After joining as Chief Executive Officer in 2007, she has transformed the industry and growth has been in double digits each year since. We can’t think of any seasoned executive more fitting to show you the ropes how to get that top job and grow the business while you’re at it. SESSION 2: Executive Keynote- 9:50AM Developing your executive toolkit Angela Mentis is a trailblazer, in January 2018 she became the first woman to take ANGELA MENTIS the Bank of New Zealand’s top job. But this position is just the cherry on the top Chief Executive Officer of an extremely productive and transformative career in the male-dominated finance sector. In the words of Karen Maley at the AFR, ‘Before taking the helm at BNZ, Mentis ran NAB’s critically important business banking operations, which generate around 45 per cent of the bank’s earnings and are widely considered NAB’s “jewel in the crown”.’ Angela will share her wealth of experience on how to perform at your best in that top job when you get it. BREAK 10:40AM - 11:00AM SESSION 3: Integrity Keynote- 11:00AM Staying true to your values: The role of authenticity, integrity and community in leadership Marnie has been with the Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Group since 1989 and an MARNIE BAKER Executive of the Bank since 2000. She knows better than anyone that staying Managing Director true to yourself is an essential leadership foundation, and she has the track record to prove it. Marnie has 30 years’ experience in financial services in diverse positions. This has given her the scope of knowledge to fully comprehend the needs of contemporary businesses and how leaders can only add true value if their values align with their organisation’s. Marnie will show you how to ensure you are as effective as possible by aligning yourself with the right organisation. SESSION 4: Tech Keynote- 11:50AM Let’s get technical: Towards equality in technology KENDRA BANKS SEEK is one of Australia’s greatest tech success stories. The once humble Aussie Managing Director jobs site is now thriving on the international stage, and their ANZ business has a woman at the helm. Kendra Banks leads SEEK’s employment and learning businesses across the Australia and New Zealand market, and is thoroughly invested in ensuring women have success in technical roles in the business. She will take you through her strategies to carve out pathways, cultivate opportunities and drive culture change to support women in tech. BREAK 12:40PM - 1:40PM VIP KEYNOTE SESSION 5- 1:40PM Thriving and surviving in life and work, no matter what they throw at you Carrie Bickmore Not everyone wants to live in the spotlight, particularly when life throws you Host of The Project some of the highest highs and lowest lows imaginable. But for Carrie Bickmore, Network 10 life out of the public eye is not an option, nor is letting the emotional roller coaster or the massive workload and public scrutiny get to you. She’s so good at it that she’s become Australia’s most popular television celebrity. At WILS 2019 she will tell you how it feels to be at the top of your game, but also how to keep going and thrive in the rollercoaster ride of life and work. Lunch Sessions – Backing Yourself for Success SESSION 6- 2:40PM PANEL DISCUSSION: PATHWAYS What are the challenges, opportunities and struggles of going out on your own versus company life? SUSAN ANDERSON CHELSEA BONNER ALISON RICE RAE JOHNSTON General Manager Founder & Director Former Group Publisher Editor of POPSUGAR, Who What Wear, Byrdie and MyDomaine BREAK 3:40PM - 4:00PM SESSION 7: Drive Keynote- 4:00PM You have to be in it to win it: Putting yourself forward no matter the situation Erica Berchtold is a passionate, energetic and highly-driven female business ERICA BERCHTOLD leader who continues to break through the glass ceiling and thrive in traditionally Chief Executive Officer male-dominated executive positions. Erica is passionate about supporting women in both business and sport, and actively mentors women within these fields. She is an accomplished keynote speaker on a variety of topics, whether it be the leadership journey for women in business or the future of retail. Erica values courage, humility, resilience and curiosity, with her attitude towards change best summed up by one of her favourite quotes: “The illiterate of the 21st Century will not be those who cannot read and write, but those who cannot learn, unlearn and relearn”. Closing Session SESSION 8: Closing Keynote- 4:50PM Why leadership for women and girls in developing communities is the best investment the world can make World Vision Australia CEO Claire Rogers is a social innovator who is passionate CLAIRE ROGERS about creative and agile engagement with World Vision supporters. She is inspired Chief Executive Officer by the organisation’s vision of a just and peaceful world, where every child can experience life in all its fullness. Claire has been supporting women in developing communities for years, where world vision development funding provides local women with the skills they need to help their communities thrive. She has also volunteered as a mentor for Springboard Enterprises, supporting women entrepreneurs as they take concepts to market in the technology and digital sectors. Claire will share her inspiring stories of supporting women in leadership in some of the world’s most challenging conditions. NETWORKING DRINKS 5:40PM - 7:30PM SPONSORED NETWORKING DRINKS SESSION Conference Agenda DAY 2- 26th September Opening Sessions – Putting Equality Into Action SESSION 1: Opening Keynote- 9:00AM The Role Of Mentorship & Sponsorship In The Leadership Development Process Gabby Costigan is a trailblazer in male-dominated industries.