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The Annual Great Debate 2022 is all about money, power & influence….
Women of Influence (QLD) has been delivering business events on the Gold Coast for 17 years, and one of our most popular events is The
April 22, 2022
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International Women’s Day 2022
#BreaktheBias International Women’s Day is a time to celebrate women, in all their diversity. A time to reflect on the achievements and the progress made by
February 22, 2022
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Introducing our keynote – Antoinette Lattouf
Antoinette is a media personality, multi-award-winning journalist, diversity advocate, author, and mother of two gorgeous girls. In 2019, Antoinette was named among AFR’s 100 Women
February 7, 2022
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Get ready for our biggest event of the year!
Gold Coast are you ready for our biggest event of the year?! In 2020 the Women of Influence IWD event was so popular that we
January 21, 2022
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Wrapping up a fabulous year of giving back
Women of Influence held 4 amazing events in 2021, achieving our mission to bring like-minded people together to CONNECT, LEARN & GROW! We are proud
December 21, 2021
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Our Speakers who truly live a Wild Life!
Introducing our Amazing Speakers for next week’s event This event celebrates people who are leading the way in urgent wildlife research and conservation, securing the
October 25, 2021
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ABOUT OUR IKIGAI ENTHUSIASTS
This September Women of Influence will help you discover your reason for being at a special breakfast event on Thursday 9th September, at RACV Royal
August 24, 2021
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Bring back lighter energy and focus
The breakfast event on Thursday 9 September at RACV Royal Pines Resort will feature a Q & A panel with Jane Welsh, a Gold Coast
August 3, 2021
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SAVE THE DATE!
Our next event will feature a Q & A panel discussing ‘Ikigai’. According to Forbes Magazine, “Ikigai is (pronounced ee – key – guy) is, above
July 5, 2021
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Equality was the winner!
The men may have won the great debate although we all win in the end Almost 300 guests gathered early on Friday 4 June for
June 9, 2021
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Meet our Opposing Team
Men who give generously in numerous ways, who wake up every day wanting to make a difference in the lives of many people. Our Debaters
May 21, 2021
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Meet our Affirmative Team
The Women of Influence in this year’s Annual Great Debate know what it’s like to give back. Their careers, lives and studies are centred around
May 13, 2021
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DO WOMEN GIVE MORE?
The matter of giving back to society, helping others and being charitable has been a strong theme over the past 12 months. Our last event
May 4, 2021
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We are all set for our biggest event yet!
This Friday 12 March Women of Influence (WOI) will welcome 430 guests to RACV Royal Pines Resort to celebrate International Women’s Day 2021. We are
March 11, 2021
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About Dr Ruth Knight
Dr Ruth Knight was challenged when she was just 18 years old and visited the slums in India. That experience has led her to spend
January 14, 2021
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Calling all Christmas Angels
As we all start thinking about Christmas holidays, gifts and celebrations with family, please take a moment to consider our local young people who will
November 26, 2020
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Thank you to our amazing Committee!
2020 has been an exceptional year and the committee members who volunteer their time, skills and passion for putting together fabulous events should be commended.
November 2, 2020
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How are you going with the School Holiday shuffle?
How are you going with the school holiday juggle? Have you managed to create a few happy family memories, squeeze in a little “me” time
October 2, 2020
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A big surprise at the Great Debate
It was an unexpected outcome at an event like no other Thank you to all those who supported the Women of Influence Annual Great Debate
September 14, 2020
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Bring it!
This week the hugely anticipated event the Annual Great Debate will mark its way in history! For Women of Influence this will be the first
September 7, 2020
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A team of great debaters…and brave men
We are excited to introduce to you our debaters for The Women of Influence Annual Great Debate 2020, starting with our very brave men. The
September 1, 2020
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Our affirmative team of influential women
The Annual Great Debate this year is all about TAKING CARE OF THEMSELVES – a topic which is at the forefront of everybody’s mind. When
September 1, 2020
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Why we are here
Women of Influence is a not for profit organisation that provides a forum for motivated businesswomen to CONNECT, LEARN and GROW. We deliver great events
August 18, 2020
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How does live stream work?
Book your online ticket now! Live-streamed to you, lunchtime Friday 11 September Click Here
August 11, 2020
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An announcement from our President
Book your online ticket now! Live-streamed to you lunchtime Friday 11 Sept Click Here
August 11, 2020
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Exciting Announcement – Women of Influence on TV!
We are extremely excited to announce a partnership with an organisation that shares our vision to enable likeminded businesswomen to CONNECT, LEARN & GROW. WIN
July 31, 2020
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Back for another epic battle!
The Women of Influence Annual Great Debate has been a popular feature in our event calendar for many years now. We love the format of
July 21, 2020
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COVID-19 strikes again…
The Women of Influence Annual Great Debate has been postponed until Friday 11 September After finally getting back on track from the initial set back
July 9, 2020
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Spotlight on Dr Drew Moffrey
Can we be so bold as to call Dr Drew the “Hot Doctor”? We say this in the most positive way and mainly because he
June 22, 2020
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Go Big or Go Home
Last week we would have held the very popular Annual Great Debate For almost 10 years each June, Women of Influence has held the very
June 15, 2020
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Spotlight on Karen Seefeld
Karen Seefeld is the Founder of Gold Coast Iconic business ASAP Glass. She has been coming to Women of Influence events for many years and
June 12, 2020
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SPOTLIGHT SERIES – Donna & Yvette
This week’s Spotlight series features Donna Clarke and Yvette Mason – both such important committee members and wonderful friends. We hope you enjoy this spotlight
May 29, 2020
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Imagine homeschooling when you don’t have a computer
There is no doubt that we are all facing a massive challenge right now, juggling this strange new world of working from home, not working
May 13, 2020
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WHERE DID YOU GO?
Enjoy the little things in life, one day we will look back and realise….they are the big things. Women of Influence has been taking a
April 12, 2020
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An epic outdoor event
Last week’s Women of Influence event for International Women’s day was such a big affair with 320 people on the tennis courts at RACV Royal
March 10, 2020
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Excited about next week’s event
The last few weeks I have had the absolute pleasure to meet and talk with our 4 amazing panel members for next week’s International Women’s
February 28, 2020
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Improve your performance & your life
Introducing the next 2 panel members for the Women of Influence International Women’s Day event Dr Shahina Braganza and Leschen Smaller have the skills,
February 25, 2020
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International Women’s Day event with Women of Influence
Join Women of Influence as we celebrate International Women’s Day with a special breakfast event. This year’s theme is #Each for Equal – Individually, we’re
February 9, 2020
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Announcing our support of Suns AFL Women’s First-Ever Professional Game!
Women of Influence support the first ever professional women’s team on the Gold Coast
January 29, 2020
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Looking back and looking forward
LOOKING BACK ON A GREAT YEAR, LOOKING FORWARD TO AN EVEN BETTER ONE! The Year That Was – Women of Influence 2019 We held 6
January 15, 2020
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Celebrating Women of Influence
Women of Influence operating events for 15 years to Connect, Learn and grow
January 4, 2020
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Spotlight on the Woman of Influence behind an iconic Gold Coast brand
ASAP Glass – an iconic Gold Coast brand
November 20, 2019
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October 27, 2019
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Repetition creates Recognition. Repeat.
There is often mention of the three big C’s of marketing – clarity, constancy and consistency. Most of us struggle to understand the difference between
October 2, 2019
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What are your brand’s strengths?
We have all done personality tests before, they often cost a lot of money – but this one is free! Developed by Dr Christopher Peterson
September 23, 2019
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We all work for organisations, don’t we?
By Brand New You We all work for organisations, don’t we? No. People work for people, not organisations. We rarely leave a role because we
September 17, 2019
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Women of Influence Annual Guest Survey 2019
Thank you to those who completed the Women of Influence Annual Guest Survey – we really appreciate you taking the time and we value your feedback!
September 4, 2019
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What’s Happening at Women of Influence?
This time of the year gets so busy with events and activities, we are more than halfway through the seventh month of the year and
July 23, 2019
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How to create impact
Our next event is all about you! We are excited to announce the next Women of Influence event is all about you! Women of Influence
July 5, 2019
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Do you like it soft or hard?
Are soft skills the mark of a successful leader? This was the topic of debate at the Women of Influence Annual Great Debate 2019 held
June 17, 2019
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STRIKE A POSE
Our teams are getting fired up for the Women of Influence Annual Great Debate 2019! This year we have an impressive mix of business executives,
May 31, 2019
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Announcing our teams for The Annual Great Debate 2019!
This year our teams will battle the notion “That soft skills are the mark of a successful leader.” Our debaters are a colourful and influential
May 7, 2019
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February 14, 2019
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ABOUT OUR SPEAKERS
2019 International Women’s Day Event This International Women’s Day we celebrate the achievements of our fellow Women of Influence. As we all strive for balance
February 7, 2019
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About Keynote speaker – Kylie Sprott
We are so excited to welcome back Kylie Sprott for another year. Kylie Sprott has been the Key Note Speaker for Women of Influence International
January 29, 2019
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Fortune Favours the Brave
Have you ever put yourself out there…been brave to show you can, while being so nervous, that you felt sick? Right now is a great and
January 20, 2019
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SECRETS FROM A BEAUTY INSIDER … FOR WOMEN OVER 40
BY AMANDA RAMSAY Secrets from a Beauty Insider was created for busy superwomen, over the age of 40 who just aren’t ready to embrace mid-life.
November 1, 2018
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About our new Platinum Sponsor
We are excited to announce our new Platinum Sponsor – Bvlgari is the magnificent and contemporary Roman high jeweller, master of coloured gems. Based in
August 12, 2018
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RADFLY CHRISTMAS IN JULY
Women of Influence proudly supports local charity RADFLY (Realise a Difference for Local Youth) a not-for-profit organisation developed by Gold Coast volunteers to address poverty and improve
July 1, 2018
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The 2018 Annual Great Debate was certainly entertaining and a little controversial
On Thursday 14 June, guests gathered for breakfast in the Convention Lobby at RACV Royal Pines Resort to enjoy another Women of Influence event knowing they
June 22, 2018
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Meet our Debaters
This year the Women of Influence Great Debate addresses leadership and the ability for not just women to become leaders, but anyone who chooses to
May 16, 2018
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Mentors, Mentees and Massages on IWD 2018
We say this every time, but this was the best Women of Influence (WOI) event yet! With over 200 guests, mostly women and a few
March 8, 2018
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Mentoring to #PushforProgress on International Women’s Day
This event will focus on Mentoring to #PushforProgress on International Women’s Day. As the March event is on Thursday 8 March, International Women’s Day, we
February 22, 2018
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THE TOPIC FOR THIS EVENT IS TRAUMA IN THE WORKPLACE
A powerful topic every person can relate to in some way. Our amazing speakers will reveal their own personal experiences of facing a traumatic situation at work
February 9, 2018
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ABOUT OUR SPEAKERS
THE NEXT WOMEN OF INFLUENCE EVENT CELEBRATES PROGRESS You will enjoy the company of motivated business women in the ballroom of RACV Royal Pines Resort
February 3, 2018
Inspiration
A Message from Danielle Appi
WOW! I’m super proud to have been involved in an event that has made such a valuable contribution to a very worthwhile charity. I would absolutely
December 4, 2017
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We look back on a fantastic year with Women of Influence
Women of Influence held four fabulous events this year, hosting 643 guests and raising over $25,000 in ticket and raffle sales. We are a Not-For-Profit
December 4, 2017
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Our Last Event for 2017
We had so much fun at the Women of Influence High Tea last Thursday! It was a beautiful day overlooking the Gold Coast from
November 21, 2017
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Goals or No Goals for Golden Girls
When we first decided on the topic of setting goals, we felt it would be a great fit for our Women of Influence guests and
November 4, 2017
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Meet our panel of Champions
Goal Setting like a Champion – Our Panel of Sporting Stars will talk about how setting and achieving goals is not only important in the
October 30, 2017
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Business High Tea with Bubbles
The next Women of Influence event is an exclusive High Tea at Videre Fine Dining Restaurant, on the top floor of RACV Royal Pines
October 12, 2017
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Guests at our next event will have a glimpse of Jan Logan’s Cosmic Daze
Australian luxury jewellery brand and platinum sponsor of Women of Influence, JAN LOGAN has announced the launch of ‘Cosmic Daze’, a capsule collection of
September 4, 2017
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Christine Yates is one of Australia’s senior female bankers but still has time for what is important to her….
Christine Yates has enjoyed a long and successful career in connecting the things she cares about most: business, banking, and people. She is the Executive
August 24, 2017
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Meet panel member, rag trader, human rights advocate and man of influence…
James Bartle – Founder and CEO of Outland Denim After first learning about the issue of human trafficking by watching the film Taken, Outland founder and
August 16, 2017
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Greed is good but giving is better
Success today is not just about money, prestige and hard work – the 90’s “Greed is Good” mentality is no longer relevant. Influencers and icons
August 5, 2017
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An in-store event with Jan Logan
Women of Influence was treated to an in-store event at the elegant Jan Logan boutique at Pacific Fair. Featuring the directional and beautiful jewellery and
June 23, 2017
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RADFLY Literary Lunch
Saturday, 17 June 2017 at Greendays, Bundall Nikki Gemmell, award-winning Australian author of nine novels and four works of non-fiction, plus regular columnist for The
May 15, 2017
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Is technology the bane or benefit to your existence?
Devices, social media, apps and Internet have made life easier, faster, busier, more efficient, more stressful. Is technology contributing to or disrupting our lives?
May 11, 2017
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Minis, Meditation and no more Multi-Tasking
What a fabulous morning it was Thursday 9 March when Women of Influence celebrated International Women’s Day 2017 at RACV Royal Pines Resort. It was
March 12, 2017
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Do you have so much on your plate that achieving your goals AND feeling creative seems out of reach?
If you want to learn how to experience intense feelings of enjoyment through achievement, learning and growth, the next Women of Influence event is for
February 13, 2017
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Looking for the perfect gift?
Jan Logan has just released their Corporate Gift Collection to celebrate those special moments, occasions and milestones. As the Festive Season approaches, there are many
October 12, 2016
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How funds raised will help realise a difference for local youth (RADFLY)
Women of Influence has been a long time supporter of a local organisation that exists to support local youth. RADFLY is a not-for-profit organisation developed
July 11, 2016
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Respect from our token male
Marco Renai will be a notable member of the panel addressing the notion of balance and perfection at the next Women of Influence event, Thursday
July 8, 2016
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Moyra Major talks about perfection and balance
Moyra Major is the perfect host for the next Women of Influence event – a Q&A style panel challenging the notion of perfection and maintaining balance.
July 8, 2016
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Wrap up from the last event
As we get busy planning the next event, we wanted to refresh your memory about the last event. To celebrate International Women’s Day, Jan Logan shared
June 6, 2016
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The July event is entertaining, real and very funny!
Every working Mum has felt the pressure to be a super successful, poised and calm corporate dynamo. As hard as we try we will still feel
June 1, 2016
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There are only four more business days to book your tickets
Our sponsors have provided the most amazing prizes to help us raise funds for the International Women’s Day official charity, UN Women. The prizes you
March 1, 2016
Are you following your passion? It’s never too late
The origins of the Jan Logan brand can be traced back to the founders early years in Narrabri, in north-western NSW. Jan spent most of
February 22, 2016
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It’s never too late to influence
Dear Georgia, It’s never too late to influence Annually on 8 March, thousands of events are held throughout the world to inspire women and celebrate
February 16, 2016
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Announcing our exciting new Gold Sponsor – Bruce Lynton Automotive Group
Women of Influence is very excited to announce our new Gold Sponsor – The Bruce Lynton Automotive Group. From humble beginnings in 1974, the dealership
December 22, 2015
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Never too late to Inspire
Jan Logan is proof that we can all find our true passion at any time, it’s never too late. Born in country New South Wales and
December 5, 2015
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Start with Why
Yesterday the Committee of Women of Influence met for the Annual General meeting (AGM) to confirm our roles, welcome new members, to close off the
October 29, 2015
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A successful event teaches us how to have it all
Thursday 22 October, Women of Influence held another great event at RACV Royal Pines with key note speaker Victoria-Rose Emery. Guests were excited to hear
October 26, 2015
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About Victoria-Rose Emery
Victoria-Rose Emery is a Post Grad Psychologist, consultant, business transformation leader, health Coach, founder and Director of PsyCounselling with a long list of academic qualifications
October 18, 2015
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Can we have it all?
By Georgia Lane www.fastlane30.com.au Have we all been put on this Earth for a purpose? If not, it must certainly be great practice to think
September 30, 2015
Our first lunch event was a great success!
What a fantastic day it was for our first lunchtime event. Perfect weather, delicious food, amazing speakers and we didn’t even have to get up
August 3, 2015
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Some networking tips for you before next week’s event
Our events are the perfect environment for you to meet other professional women to share stories, challenges and maybe even meet your future mentor!
July 29, 2015
ANZ launches #equalfuture campaign with our 3 August event
ANZ Wealth has launched a new and bold mass-media campaign which seeks to improve our systems, so that both women and men have the same
July 29, 2015
Exciting new partners Audi Centre Gold Coast and ANZ
Women of Influence is set to deliver you our best event yet featuring Executive Director of UN Women, Julie McKay who will be key note
July 27, 2015
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Making the most of attending a networking event
I recently met with a lady who is a well known identity, business lady and speaker on the Gold Coast, she in turn knows many
July 22, 2015
Our Lineup to Celebrate International Women’s Day
Meet our Speaker! Megan Norris – award-winning journalist, best-selling True Crime author and advocate Megan Norris is an experienced award-winning journalist, best-selling True Crime author
February 7, 2023
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Meet Our High Tea & Business Bubbles Panel
Our Theme and Panel! Some of the “Men of Influence” who attend and support our events came up with the idea of encouraging more men
October 24, 2022
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Meet Our November Event MC!
Meet Our High Tea & Business Bubbles MC… Emily Jade O’Keeffe! Emily Jade O’Keeffe is one third of the Gold Coasts Number One Breakfast Show
October 21, 2022
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For all people of Influence!
Women of Influence has been delivering events for over 17 years for like-minded businesspeople to CONNECT, LEARN & GROW. The good news is that our
August 17, 2022
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Meet Our Speakers!
This September Women of Influence will help you discover balance, and reason for being at a special breakfast event on Thursday 9th September, at RACV
July 20, 2022
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Hope and goodwill won in the end!
Hope and goodwill were triumphant at this year’s Annual Great Debate Over 250 guests gathered early on Thursday 9 June for a breakfast event at
June 24, 2022
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This Year’s Theme – Food for Thought
As the global rich lists fill with social media influencers with followers and funds; as Australia decides on our leaders based on environmental policy, cost
May 27, 2022
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USING OUR POWER AND INFLUENCE FOR GOOD
This year our teams will argue the topic: That financial power is the greatest form of influence On Thursday 9th June, Women of Influence will
May 20, 2022
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Introducing the opposing team!
Meet the opposing team for The Great Debate 2022! These shrewd Women (and Men!) of Influence will be presenting the opposing argument to the topic
May 12, 2022
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Introducing the Affirmative Team
Meet the affirmative team for The Great Debate 2022! These shrewd Women (and Men!) of Influence will be affirmatively interpreting the topic “that financial power
May 4, 2022
