Women in Leadership Summit New Zealand

Presented by the Women Leaders Institute
In 2012, the Women Leaders Institute was created to inspire action and drive change for aspiring and established women leaders through business empowerment, leadership and career advancement. Join the community and find out more at womenleadersinstitute.org.

The Women in Leadership Summit Series is a global conference series designed to bring together the most influential and brightest minds to create opportunities for women in leadership.

Be empowered and inspired by incredible public and private sector leaders as they address women’s role as innovators and disruptors, accountability in gender diversity, facilitating flexibility while maintaining productivity and profit, and creating equality of opportunity in modern businesses.  

As part of our global Women in Leadership series, this inspiring two-day forum is coming to Auckland; created for experienced leaders, aspiring executives, budding entrepreneurs, and established business professionals who want to advance their career and learn from influential and successful leaders.

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Women in Leadership Top Speakers

Nadia Lim

Celebrity Chef, Entrepreneur

Food writer and Television Personality

Kerre McIvor

TV Personality, Columnist

Best-selling Author

Georgina Beyer

World’s First Transgender Mayor and Member of Parliament

The Hon Dame Silvia Cartwright

Former Governor-General of New Zealand

Hon Carmel Sepuloni

Minister for Social Development, Minister for Disability Issues

New Zealand Government

Saunoamaali’i Dr Karanina Sumeo

Equal Employment Opportunities Commissioner

Human Rights Commission

Rob Campbell

Chair

SKYCITY Entertainment Group

Braden Dickson

Chair

EY

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Women in Leadership Partners

Media Partner

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10 Reasons Why You Can’t Miss Out!

Hear how the CEO of Transpower New Zealand leads by example in creating an environment of equal opportunity for profession and life.
Debate the merits and downsides of gender diversity quotas with Auckland Council, ANZ New Zealand, MinterEllisonRuddWatts, Vodafone and Sovereign.
Discover how the Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment is designing, delivering and implementing initiatives to enhance the progression of women leaders in the public sector.
Learn from the Equal Employment Opportunities Commissioner on how to reframe the conversation of LGBTIQ inclusion as a critical business issue.
Implement actionable strategies with SKYCITY Entertainment Group, Hays and Chen Palmer to improve diverse equality of opportunity at your workplace.
Discover the changing requirements of modern business leadership from the Chair of EY and learn how to move towards purpose-driven leadership.
Emulate the successes of CXOs from ACC, BP New Zealand, The Warehouse Group, New Zealand Post and Russell McVeagh as you continue your journey to the executive suite.
Gain practical tips and advice from Chief Health and Safety Officer of Fletcher Building to reverse the gender imbalance in male dominated industries.
Learn to overcome key leadership challenges with BNZ, Fonterra, University of Auckland Medical School and more in our high impact interactive roundtable discussions.
Identify the best opportunities for a fulfilling career with the 2018 Women of Influence Awards Supreme Winner, A Ground Breaking Chemist, Champion Race Car Driver, 2019 New Zealander of the Year Finalist and the Chief Executive and Secretary General of Paralympics New Zealand.

Who Should Attend?

CEOs, Directors, General Managers, Presidents, Vice Presidents, Managers and Executives
Human Resources professionals, recruitment and talent specialists 
Lawyers, accountants and consultants
Diversity and Inclusion professionals
Mentors, mentorship program managers, sponsors, coaches
Professionals championing diversity in the workplace, including male allies

Women in Leadership Testimonials

Spark New Zealand

“It offers inspiration, insight and practical tips on leadership. Awesome women gathered in one room creates energy and hope. . . . [Their] sharing personal stories changes perspectives and perceptions.”

Optus

“Good quality corporate and government presenters [taking] the opportunity to reflect on broader issues of equity.”

Allianz

“The Summit is … inspiring. [It allows me to] learn from everyday women who have achieved extraordinary things while being true to themselves.”

Vodafone

“It is an excellent insight into expectations of women in leadership and provides insightful tips on how to motivate yourself for success.”

Azure Group

“Fantastic conference for executive women to meet other like minded women.”

Kordia Ltd

“This was an outstanding seminar to attend. The calibre of the speakers, and their personal stories kept everyone enthralled. It was well organised, with plenty of networking time. I would highly recommend this event.”

Team Discounts

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Women in Leadership Summit Venue

Venue will be confirmed 4 weeks prior to the event.
Venue will take place in a deluxe city hotel based in Auckland's CBD.

Early Bird Expires In

Business empowerment, leadership and career advancement for aspiring and established women leaders