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Women in Leadership Summit in partnership with UN Women Australia

Adelaide

Summit: 1-2 September

Post-Summit Workshop: 3 September

The Hilton Adelaide

Building momentum towards the next era of leadership

“PowHer” House Duo Celeste Barber & Hannah Ferguson
Live in Sydney, simulcast to all Summit locations.
Celeste Barber Women in Leadership Summit in partnership with UN Women Australia

Celeste Barber

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Hannah Ferguson

Australia’s queen of comedy meets the 2024 Forbes 30 Under 30 force behind Cheek Media Co. Together, they deconstruct radical authenticity, elite storytelling, and how to lead with social "bite" when the world is watching.

Featured Speakers

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April Lawrie

Former Commissioner for Aboriginal Children and Young People, known for driving system-wide reform through lived experience and championing community-led outcomes for Aboriginal families

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Jane Lomax-Smith

Bringing a rare blend of clinical expertise, academic rigour and public leadership, spanning medicine, research, and senior government roles including Minister and Lord Mayor of Adelaide

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Corrina Wright

Known for transforming a six-generation grape-growing legacy into an award-winning wine business, while driving innovation through ventures including her Formula 1 partnership with Valtteri Bottas.

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Sophie Hyde

Award-winning director known for her work with Emma Thompson and Olivia Colman, with films recognised at Sundance and the Berlinale. She explores leadership through creativity, adaptability, and challenging traditional thinking to drive deeper impact

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Donny Walford

Known for leading through high-profile public scrutiny, including her experience in the aftermath of the Adelaide Festival Corporation Adelaide Writers Week controversy.

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Todd Roberts

Chief Executive Officer of Credit Union SA, is known for championing male allyship, using his leadership to advocate for women and drive inclusive change.

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Post-Summit Workshop

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Leading with Emotional Intelligence: Presence, People & Performance

Thursday | 3 September 2026

Rebecca Christianson
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Thrive People Consulting

The Hilton Adelaide

The Hilton Adelaide

Address: 233 Victoria Square, Adelaide SA 5000

Room: Grand Ballroom

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