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WA Women in Leadership Summit 2026


9th - 10th, June 2026 / Perth, AU
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OVERVIEW


Be Inspired. Build Connections. Lead with Impact.

• Position yourself as a future-ready leader
• Connect with inspiring women and transform your obstacles into opportunities
• Thrive through change with clarity and confidence
• Lean into your strengths, own your blindspots, be better

SPEAKERS


  • Rebecca Brown

    Director General

    Department of Energy & Economic Diversification WA
  • Janine Kingston

    Deputy Director General, Strategy & Organisational Performance

    Department of Justice WA
  • Vanessa Chang

    Pro Vice-Chancellor, Business & Law

    Curtin University
  • Sophie Peterson

    Mining Executive, Pilbara Mines

    Rio Tinto
  • Ben Lambert

    Managing Director, WA & NT

    Aurecon
  • Valerie Buic

    Chief Executive Officer

    Child and Adolescent Health Service WA
  • Melissa Pexton

    Deputy Commissioner, Strategy & Emergency Management

    Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA
  • Kate Vivian

    Assistant Commissioner

    Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA
  • BRIG Amanda Williamson

    Commander of the 13th Brigade

    Department of Defence
  • Steve Moreland

    Chief Planning & Projects Officer

    Perth Airport
  • Annika Gillgren

    A/General Manager, Engineering

    BHP
  • Mussaret Nagree

    General Manager, Climate Opportunities & Environment

    Wesfarmers Chemicals, Energy and Fertilisers
  • Mary Brown

    Executive Director, Professional Standards & Conduct

    Department of Education WA
  • Jodie Winnett

    General Manager, Commercial

    Mineral Resources
  • Dr Jodi Graham

    Executive Director, Sir Charles Gairdner Osborne Park Health Care Group

    North Metropolitan Health Service
  • Mel Calabro

    Assistant Director, Information Management

    Western Australia Police
  • Edwina Dwyer

    Chief People & Reputation Officer

    Gold Corporation (Perth Mint)
  • Jennie Milne

    Executive General Manager, Employee Experience & Reputation

    Horizon Power
  • Poonam Kapoor

    Executive Director, Driver & Vehicle Services

    Department of Transport & Major Infrastructure WA
  • Ruth O'Neill

    Head of People & Culture

    DevelopmentWA
  • Tijana LaBianca

    General Manager, Green Metal

    Fortescue
  • Suzi Hullick

    State General Manager, Commercial Relationship

    Westpac
  • Deanne Renting

    General Manager, Wheatstone Operations

    Chevron Australia
  • Amanda McGovern

    Leadership Expert & Executive Coach

    Step Within Solutions
  • Natalie Lincolne

    Leadership Expert & Executive Coach

    Incredible People

AGENDA



Join Liquid Learning for this kick-off session as we prepare for two days of incredible speakers, senior leaders, expert deep dives, and unmissable panel discussions.

  • Natalie Lincolne Leadership Expert & Executive Coach Incredible People

Case Study

The world of work has changed and with it, the expectations of how, where, and why we work. From hybrid patterns to cultural and neurodiverse needs, leaders are now being challenged to design workplaces that truly enable every individual to thrive. Drawing on her experience at Westpac and building inclusive programs across Australia’s regions and communities, Suzi explores what it takes to create a workplace where everyone can belong and perform at their best.


- See how inclusive design drives innovation and engagement

- Recognise and adapt to different working styles

- Prioritise your own needs to sustain wellbeing and performance

  • Suzi Hullick State General Manager, Commercial Relationship Westpac

Case Study

Leadership isn’t just a title, it’s the ability to connect strategy with action and inspire teams to deliver results. In this session, Janine draws on her experience leading strategic reform and driving organisational performance to provide practical insights for navigating silos, building collaboration, and turning ambitious ideas into real impact.


- Lead beyond your title to create real impact

- Connect strategy and day-to-day operations effectively

- Navigate silos and inspire collaboration across teams

  • Janine Kingston Deputy Director General, Strategy & Organisational Performance Department of Justice WA

Mix and mingle with your fellow leaders over a cup of coffee and light refreshments.

Case Study

When it comes to leadership, Jennie knows that people are at the heart of every success story. She has transformed teams, culture, and the HR function itself, turning it from transactional support into a strategic powerhouse that drives real business results. In this session, Jennie will take you behind the scenes of her leadership journey building high-performing across complex and dispersed environments.


- How to unlock the potential of your people and your teams

- Turning leadership vision into measurable impact

- Making inclusion and engagement the engine for business success

  • Jennie Milne Executive General Manager, Employee Experience & Reputation Horizon Power

Case Study

Recognised as one of the 2020 Global Inspiring Women in Mining, Tijana is leading one of the world’s most resource-intensive industries through an unprecedented green transition. As General Manager, Green Metal at Fortescue, she leads the company’s push to decarbonise heavy industry, overseeing initiatives in green iron, green steel and low-emissions processing technologies. In this session, she shares how “you have to find a way to be comfortable with vulnerability” to build trust and belief, helping teams navigate industry-wide transformation and achieve meaningful impact.


- Inspiring teams through shared purpose and accountability

- Balancing strategic vision with operational realities

- Measuring impact and maintaining momentum in long-term change

  • Tijana LaBianca General Manager, Green Metal Fortescue

Enjoy a midday lunch break. A time to refresh, refuel, and prepare for a full afternoon of immersive learning and inspiration.

Panel

The world of work is evolving faster than ever, with everything from AI, automation, hybrid teams, and shifting employee expectations reshaping how we lead and connect. This dynamic panel brings together forward-thinking leaders who are actively reimagining what work can look like. From human-centered leadership to leveraging technology without losing authenticity, our panelists will explore how to create workplaces where innovation thrives, people feel valued, and culture drives performance.


- Redefining leadership for a hybrid and AI-enabled world

- Balancing flexibility with accountability and belonging

- Building adaptive, purpose-driven cultures that attract and retain top talent

  • Vanessa Chang Pro Vice-Chancellor, Business & Law Curtin University

  • Ben Lambert Managing Director, WA & NT Aurecon

  • Annika Gillgren A/General Manager, Engineering BHP

  • Ruth O'Neill Head of People & Culture DevelopmentWA

Case Study

Effective stakeholder engagement begins with truly listening, understanding needs, and acting on those insights. To create lasting impact, leaders must communicate with clarity and a strong sense of purpose to align with others and achieve shared goals. Join Poonam, as she shares her leadership journey in strengthening relationships with diverse stakeholders and achieving successful outcomes through strategic communication.


- Engage stakeholders to drive positive impact

- Identify key stakeholders and communicate effectively

- Enhance negotiation skills through clear, purposeful communication

  • Poonam Kapoor Executive Director, Driver & Vehicle Services Department of Transport & Major Infrastructure WA

A quick break to refresh and continue building your network with fellow leaders. Enjoy a light refreshment before finishing day one.

Case Study

Achieving net zero requires a significant change in organisational decision making and behaviour. Mussaret will share how to lead the change required to deliver an ambitious and uncertain goal – net zero emissions.


- Spark creativity wherever you are

- Turn bold ideas into real outcomes

- Lead with curiosity, courage, and collaboration

  • Mussaret Nagree General Manager, Climate Opportunities & Environment Wesfarmers Chemicals, Energy and Fertilisers

As day one of the conference comes to a close, take a moment to reflect on today's insights and how they can shape your journey. What key takeaways will help you move closer to your personal and professional goals?

  • Natalie Lincolne Leadership Expert & Executive Coach Incredible People

Join us for our end of day one networking. Enjoy canapés and drinks whilst getting to know your peers further, build ongoing relationships, and share your highlights of the day.

Welcome back for Day Two - there's a lot to digest from our amazing speakers and action modules so far!


Recap the key learnings and takeaways from Day One, and prep an action plan to maximise your event experience over our jam-packed second day!

  • Natalie Lincolne Leadership Expert & Executive Coach Incredible People

Case Study

Great leaders aren’t defined by titles but by the moments that test and transform them. Drawing on a career spanning senior roles across Federal and State Government, Rebecca reflects on the pivotal experiences that have shaped her leadership approach, from navigating policy and performance challenges to driving growth and innovation for Western Australia.


- The power of reflection and adaptability in leadership

- Lessons in leading with purpose and composure

- How to turn complex challenges into opportunities for growth

  • Rebecca Brown Director General Department of Energy & Economic Diversification WA

Panel

Psychological safety sits at the heart of a strong and healthy workplace culture. When people feel safe to speak openly, share ideas, admit mistakes, and bring their full selves to work, trust and collaboration naturally follow. But creating that kind of environment doesn’t happen by accident, it requires intentional leadership and consistency. In this panel, leaders explore what psychological safety really looks like in practice and how to cultivate cultures grounded in openness, respect, and genuine connection.


- Showing vulnerability and courage as a leader and why it matters

- How to acknowledge and rebuild when safety has been compromised

- Recognising the hidden costs of fear-driven cultures

  • BRIG Amanda Williamson Commander of the 13th Brigade Department of Defence

  • Steve Moreland Chief Planning & Projects Officer Perth Airport

  • Mary Brown Executive Director, Professional Standards & Conduct Department of Education WA

  • Jodie Winnett General Manager, Commercial Mineral Resources

  • Mel Calabro Assistant Director, Information Management Western Australia Police

Mix and mingle with your fellow leaders over a cup of coffee and light refreshments.

Expert Commentary

In business and in life, what we think, and how we think, very often determines our results. As leaders, you can invest a lot into developing you and your teams' skillsets only to fall short due to misaligned mindsets. This expert session unpacks practical strategies for self-reflection, to help you develop and foster a winning mindset, for yourself and your team.


- Learn why mindset trumps skills and behaviours

- Understand why each new role requires a shift

- Acknowledge that your mindset (and those of your team) determines the results you get

  • Amanda McGovern Leadership Expert & Executive Coach Step Within Solutions

Case Study

True leadership is about people, knowing when to guide, when to listen, and how to balance the needs above and below you. In this session, Edwina shares how she redefined purpose and culture through leadership programs built on trust, presence, and communication. Discover how to navigate personalities, drive change, and bring others on the journey all while staying authentic.


- Build trust by managing up and down with clarity and empathy

- Lead with presence: listen, connect, and act with intent

- Create real change through purpose-driven leadership

  • Edwina Dwyer Chief People & Reputation Officer Gold Corporation (Perth Mint)

Enjoy a midday lunch break. A time to refresh, refuel, and prepare for a full afternoon of immersive learning and inspiration.

Panel

Transitioning from a technical role to a leadership position is one of the most definin and often daunting shifts in any career. It’s not just about changing titles, it’s about redefining how you create impact, influence others, and see yourself. This panel brings together leaders who’ve made that pivotal leap, those who’ve moved from mastering technical expertise to shaping strategy. In this session, they’ll unpack the key moments that prompted them to step up, the challenges of finding their voice in unfamiliar spaces, and the lessons learned in earning trust and leading beyond their domain.


- Recognise the pivotal moments that signal it’s time to step up and lead

- Learn how to communicate and influence beyond your technical expertise

- Gain strategies to lead with confidence and authenticity

  • Sophie Peterson Mining Executive, Pilbara Mines Rio Tinto

  • Valerie Buic Chief Executive Officer Child and Adolescent Health Service WA

  • Dr Jodi Graham Executive Director, Sir Charles Gairdner Osborne Park Health Care Group North Metropolitan Health Service

  • Deanne Renting General Manager, Wheatstone Operations Chevron Australia

A quick break to refresh and continue building your network with fellow leaders. Enjoy a light refreshment before finishing day one.

Fireside Chat

In Fire and Emergency Services, leadership means guiding teams through uncertainty, intensity, and constant change. Melissa and Kate share how they lead with empathy and courage to build cultures of trust and safety. Learn how they help their teams stay grounded under pressure, embrace challenges as opportunities for growth, and create space for open, honest communication, no matter how tough the situation.


- Cultivate psychological safety and trust during high-stress situations

- Build collective resilience through empathy and connection

- Stay calm, focused, and effective under sustained pressure

  • Melissa Pexton Deputy Commissioner, Strategy & Emergency Management Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA

  • Kate Vivian Assistant Commissioner Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA

We wrap up our two days of insight and inspiration with this interactive roundtable session. This is your chance to table any topic or trend for a final group discussion. Network with your peers, reflect on your journey so far and create an action plan to carry you forward!


- Reflect on your key takeaways from the Summit

- Identify opportunities for career progression and growth

- Create an action plan for your leadership journey

  • Natalie Lincolne Leadership Expert & Executive Coach Incredible People

Take your Women in Leadership Summit journey to the next level with the Platinum Pass. Enjoy exclusive access to our 2-day immersive leadership workshop, designed to translate inspiration into action. Your pass also includes unlimited streaming access via our iQon app, giving you the flexibility to revisit every session, anywhere, anytime.


Plus, enjoy bonus networking opportunities and premium inclusions that elevate your professional development experience beyond the main event.


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What’s included:


Full Summit Access (2 Days)

Experience two days of inspiring keynotes, panel discussions, and networking with top leaders.


Training Workshop Pass (2 Days)

Choose a workshop to focus on the specific areas you want to strengthen next:

Communication | Influence | Strategic Thinking | Writing | Data | AI | Leadership

The choice is yours.


12 Month iQon Online Learning Subscription

Continue your learning journey anytime, anywhere with iQon - Liquid Learning’s on-demand learning platform.

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