


Summit: 28-29 NOVEMBER 2023
Workshop: 30 NOVEMBER 2023
Te Whanganui-a-Tara Pōneke | Sky Stadium
BREAKING THE MOULD
Tēnā koe,
I am thrilled to invite you to join us in Wellington on the 28-29 November 2023 at Sky Stadium to immerse yourself in the remarkable stories of emerging and established female leaders who are trailblazing their way to success. Discover their triumphs, challenges, and the invaluable lessons they’ve learned along the way, and let their stories serve as a catalyst to awaken your own leadership potential, empowering you to make a lasting impact.
For the 9th year, the Women Leaders Institute brings together emerging and established female leaders from across Aotearoa, as they pave the way and make their mark in the corporate world.
This year, 10% of event proceeds will be donated to support UN Women’s programs in our neighbouring Pacific countries and around the world, ensuring all women and girls have equal opportunity.
By attending this summit, regardless of your gender, you become an integral part of the movement toward a more inclusive and diverse future, where every individual feels a sense of belonging.
With this shared vision, we look forward to meeting you in November.
Ngā manaakitanga

Tara Singh
President
UN Women Aotearoa NZ
WHY ATTEND

PERSONALISED COACHING
Receive personalised advice and feedback from leadership
coaches during our networking breaks, equipping you with the tools and insights needed to excel as a leader. Learn more
BRING ALONG AN ALLY
Invite a male or non-binary ally from your organisation to join you during the morning plenary sessions*. This would give them the opportunity to listen in and spark authentic conversations about supporting underrepresented employees and accelerating change.
MORE INTERACTIVE DISCUSSIONS
Craft your leadership strategy and bring it back to your organisation. Learn how to tackle hurdles head on and support your team through change during our Interactive Scenario-Based Breakout Sessions and Mini Workshops.
SPEED NETWORKING
Break the ice and engage in rapid-fire interactions with multiple peers.
APPLY FOR THE WOMEN LEADERS INSTITUTE SCHOLARSHIP
We are offering scholarship assistance to women from diverse backgrounds. Applications close 4 weeks before the event.
* Bring along your male ally during the morning plenary sessions on Day Two of the Summit (up until morning tea). Send across the details of your ally to info@womenleadersinsitute.com at least 6 weeks before the event.
POST-SUMMIT WORKSHOP | 30 November 2023
AUTHENTIC LEADERSHIP: THE BEST VERSION OF YOU, IS YOU!

Workshop Facilitator:
Dr Ellen Joan Ford (Nelson)
Key Learning Objectives
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Understand the misconceptions of what constitutes a ‘good’ leader
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Understand the value of diverse leadership approaches
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To value your authentic self as a leader
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To bring your full self to work
FEATURED SPEAKERS

Agnes Naera
Chief Executive Officer
Global Women

Mai Chen
Chair
Superdiversity Institute for Law, Policy and Business

Antonia Watson
Chief Executive Officer
ANZ Bank New Zealand

Rt Hon. Helen Clark
Former Prime Minister of New Zealand

Michelle Sharp
Chief Executive Officer
UNICEF New Zealand

Justine Ross
Board Member; Tourism Director
UN Women Aotearoa New Zealand; Lake Hāwea Station

Nicole Rosie
Chief Executive Officer
Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency

Neeraj Lala
Chief Executive Officer
Toyota New Zealand

Cheyne Chalmers
Chief Executive Officer – New Zealand
Ryman Healthcare