Pre-Conference Workshops

09:00 Goal setting, positive mindset & steps to leadership success for women

The ability to reach goals and make lasting positive changes is something that almost everyone struggles with. Generating the momentum and enthusiasm to keep taking the necessary action and see things through can be difficult. In the past year, with the significant turbulence and uncertainty that the world has been going through, this has never been more true.

There is a secret to achieving success and reaching your goals. There is a key to making positive change happen. The best news is; it’s simple to learn and works for everyone.

This course is a half-day master class designed to give you the tools, skills and insights to make solid progress toward any goal. You will learn a simple, step-by step process and walk away with a blueprint to reach your goals. Along with this action plan you will also learn the skills to fine tune your mindset for success which will enable you to better conquer fears, doubts and any other blocks that have been getting in your way.

Key Course Takeaways:

• Take away the 5 step process to immediately achieve your goals and create change that lasts
• Create change and achieve anything you want
• Why people fail to reach goals, and what to do about it
• How you need to tap into motivation to create momentum
• Uncover blocks and build strategies to overcome them
• Understand what a success mindset is and how to achieve it
• Prevent sabotaging thoughts and return your mindset to positivity
• Take away the 4 essential mindset steps to reaching your goals

12:30 Lunch

13:30 No matter your role, it’s important that you speak your truth and learn how to communicate so that your voice is heard.

All too often we find ourselves leaving conversations frustrated that we haven’t been heard or understood clearly. There are times when we haven’t been able to find the space in a meeting to share our perspectives at all!

This half day masterclass will give you the opportunity to build your gravitas in all contexts, communicate with confidence and clarity, and make the practical mindset changes needed to remove roadblocks to expressing yourself. You will Learn Limit inner conflicts which might limit workplace performance Project more authority and communicate with gravity Master sustainable control of stress and stressors in the work environment Improve positive-attitude maintenance in challenging situations Assess and adjust personal leadership style quickly, accurately and privately By the end of the workshop you will have uncovered what is in the way of you finding and expressing your voice with confidence and clarity understood how to build capacity in your communication style and how to listen for and respond to other people’s styles of communication built the confidence and know how to show up and have your voice heard

Conference Day 1

9:00 AM: Mihi Whakatau 

9:30 AM: Opening Remarks from Emcee

SESSION 1:

9:30 AM: Opening Keynote: Leading Before You Feel Ready

Stepping into leadership rarely comes with certainty. For many women, growth brings increased visibility, higher expectations, and the pressure to prove yourself before you feel fully prepared.

This session explores what it really takes to lead without waiting for confidence to catch up. Through honest insights and real world experience, this keynote will challenge the idea that readiness comes first and instead show how leadership is built through action, not perfection.

You will gain practical perspective on backing your judgement, navigating self doubt, and stepping forward with clarity in moments that matter. Because leadership does not begin when you feel ready. It begins when you decide to lead.

10:20 AM: Leadership Networking

10:40 AM: Morning Tea

SESSION 2
11:20 AM  The Confidence Myth: Why You Don’t Need It to Lead

Confidence is often seen as a prerequisite for leadership. In reality, it is more often the result of taking action.

This session challenges the belief that you need to feel confident before you step up. It explores how many leaders build credibility over time by saying yes to opportunities, contributing before they feel ready, and learning through experience rather than waiting for certainty.

You will gain practical insight into shifting your mindset, managing self doubt, and taking action even when confidence feels out of reach. Because the leaders who progress are not always the most confident. They are the ones willing to move forward anyway.

SESSION 3
12:00 PM Speaking Up When It Matters Most

Knowing what to say is one thing. Saying it in the moment is another.

This session focuses on how to communicate with clarity and confidence in high stakes environments. Whether it is contributing in meetings, challenging ideas, or advocating for yourself, many leaders hold back when it matters most.

You will explore practical strategies to express your ideas clearly, hold your ground in difficult conversations, and speak with authority without over explaining or second guessing yourself.

Because your voice is one of your most powerful leadership tools. The impact comes when you choose to use it.

1:00 PM Lunch

2:00 PM From Insights to Action: What lessons have we learned so far?

SESSION 4
2:20 PM Clarity Under Pressure

Leadership often requires making decisions without all the information, under tight timelines, and with competing priorities.

This session explores how to lead with clarity when the pressure is high and the path forward is not obvious. It focuses on cutting through noise, identifying what truly matters, and making confident decisions without overthinking or delay.

You will gain practical insight into managing complexity, staying focused in fast moving environments, and leading with intention when others are looking for direction.

Because strong leadership is not about having all the answers. It is about knowing how to move forward when you do not.

3:10 PM Afternoon Tea

SESSION 5
3:30 PM The Visibility Gap: Why Being Good Isn’t Enough

 
Hard work and strong performance do not always lead to recognition or progression.

This session explores the gap between capability and visibility, and why many talented leaders are overlooked despite consistently delivering results. It focuses on how to be seen, heard, and valued without feeling like you are self promoting.

You will learn practical ways to increase your visibility, position your work effectively, and build a presence that supports your progression.
Because doing great work matters. But ensuring the right people see it matters just as much.

4:20 PM Closing Reflections and Insights to Action

4:40 PM Close of Day one & Networking Drinks

Conference Day 2

9:00 AM: Opening Remarks from Emcee

SESSION 1
9:10 AM:  The Invisible Rules of Leadership

Success in leadership is not only about performance. It is also shaped by the unspoken expectations, relationships, and dynamics within an organisation.

This session explores the invisible rules that influence decision making, progression, and opportunity. It looks at how power and influence really work, and why understanding these dynamics is critical to advancing your career.

You will gain insight into reading the room, navigating complexity, and building influence in environments where not everything is said out loud.
Because leadership is not just about what you do. It is also about how you operate within the system around you.

SESSION 2
10:00 AM: Backing Yourself in the Moments That Matter

Every leadership journey includes defining moments where you are required to step up, make a call, or take a risk without certainty.

This session focuses on what it takes to back yourself in those moments. It explores how leaders navigate doubt, trust their judgement, and move forward even when the outcome is unclear.

Through real experiences and practical insight, you will learn how to recognise these moments and respond with clarity and intent.
Because the biggest shifts in your career often come from the moments where you choose to trust yourself.

SESSION 3
11:40 PM Leading Through Change Without Losing Yourself

Change is constant, but navigating it without losing clarity, confidence, or identity is a challenge many leaders face.

This session explores how to lead effectively through uncertainty, shifting expectations, and evolving roles while staying grounded in your values and leadership style.

You will gain practical strategies to manage pressure, maintain perspective, and lead others through change without becoming overwhelmed or disconnected.

Because strong leadership is not just about adapting to change. It is about doing so in a way that remains true to who you are.

SESSION 4
12:30 PM:  Redefining Success on Your Terms Clarity Under Pressure

Leadership often requires making decisions without all the information, under tight timelines, and with competing priorities.

This session explores how to lead with clarity when the pressure is high and the path forward is not obvious. It focuses on cutting through noise, identifying what truly matters, and making confident decisions without overthinking or delay.

You will gain practical insight into managing complexity, staying focused in fast moving environments, and leading with intention when others are looking for direction.

Because strong leadership is not about having all the answers. It is about knowing how to move forward when you do not.

1:20 PM Lunch

2:20 PM:  From Insights to Action: What lessons have we learned so far?

SESSION 5
2:40 PM:  From Insight to Action: What Will You Do Next

Insight is only valuable if it leads to action.

This closing session brings together the key themes of the summit and creates space to reflect, consolidate learning, and identify clear next steps.

You will leave with a stronger sense of direction, practical actions to implement, and the confidence to apply what you have learned in your role.
Because the impact of this experience is defined by what you do after you leave.

3:30 PM: Bringing it all together: Final From Insights to Action

4:00 PM Conference Close

Post-Conference Workshop

The Practical Leadership Playbook: Leading with Clarity & Courage

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

“I wish I had done this workshop two years ago when I started as a manager”

What You’ll Learn:

Grounded in research and tested in practice, this masterclass will help you to: 

• Strengthen self-awareness and emotional regulation
  Understand your personal leadership style, manage emotional responses and build lasting resilience.
• Set clear expectations for behaviour, performance, and working relationships
  Create a culture of accountability and psychological safety through clear boundaries and shared commitments.
• Provide advanced support to your team
  Recognise and respond to what your team members need to succeed and grow and manage in challenging times.
• Deliver feedback that drives performance and development
  Learn how to give confident, constructive feedback that supports good behaviour, addresses concerns early and strengthens your team.
• Navigate brave conversations with clarity and care
  Use the Correction Continuum to prepare for and engage in the conversations that matter—early, effectively and with integrity.
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• A practical leadership workbook packed with tools, templates, conversation scripts, and frameworks you can use for years to come.
  
  
  

“Every time I need to have a brave conversation, I go back to the templates and scripts. They give me the support and confidence I need to prepare well

• A peer learning experience that connects you with like-minded leaders navigating similar challenges.
• The confidence and capability to immediately apply what you’ve learned in your leadership role.

“This is the most practical workshop I’ve ever attended.”