Sometimes it can be hard to describe Executive Presence. And yet, we know it when we see it, when we hear it, and when we feel it. Whether it is in person or online, the ability to command a space, to connect easily, to influence at any level. These are signs that Executive Presence is “in the house”. Is it born or is it bred? Well, it’s a little of both. It is self-awareness to capitalise on our authentic strengths…

What really creates dynamic leadership is believing that sometimes the best course of action is the one that feels least comfortable – the thing that is counterintuitive. For many leaders this is letting go of control and learning to influence. In this 45-minute session, hear from Shelley Flett, business and leadership coach and trainer. She will cover: - Investing in relationships – which encourages leaders to be their true, authentic selves and show genuine care and concern for their people.…

WiBF's brings together members from all over Australia for virtual Thrive Tribe where you can jump online to catch up and have the opportunity to introduce yourself plus meet other members on the line. There will be break out rooms and table topics to keep things interesting, in a fun and friendly format so you can expand your network and grow your Tribe from the comfort of your desk, your car or - even better - in the great outdoors!…

Women in Banking & Finance invites you to our 13th Annual Forum hosted by Deutsche Bank. As we meet the extraordinary environmental, social and political challenges of our times we ask how can we deal a better hand for our society? During this virtual event our panel will share their insights on how social initiatives will help accelerate us to a sustainable future. THIS EVENT IS FREE FOR WiBF MEMBERS - use code BRANDYOU at checkout to redeem your free…

Since COVID we’ve seen a significant shift in the way organisations function with more and more people working from home. Fraud occurs when the right opportunity, time and motivation occurs – the fraud Triangle – which has increased through this shift in location. Without oversight employees may find that that they can get away with non-compliant activities like payroll fraud, ghost employees/vendors or shell companies. Over the last twenty years, fraud has cost the Australian economy $60B in aggregate losses…

WiBF is delighted to present our coveted Economics Update featuring some of Australia’s most prominent economists who will discuss the global outlook and domestic economy. They will debate a raft of topical issues including politics with a Federal election likely in the first half of 2022, the new normal as we learn to live with COVID, and the never-ending productivity challenge. Facilitated by Su-Lin Ong (RBC), the panel comprises Belinda Allen (Commonwealth Bank), Ivan Colhoun (National Australia Bank) and Catherine…

Women support their communities in so many ways. From running school P&C’s and local sports competitions, to establishing businesses and community campaigns and co-ordinating drought and bushfire relief for neighbours. These leadership skills are highly transferable to elected Public Office, where your work can then extend to helping groups within, and beyond, your immediate community.
The Women for Election Australia online EQUIP Program is a highly practical non-partisan program that provides women with the key knowledge of how to campaign at all levels of government. You’ll learn about the tools and techniques to enable you to run for office, be the best candidate you can be or assist another woman with her political campaign. If you are a woman running for office, managing a campaign or wanting to understand more about this political process, then this program is for you!
We need more women like you at the table where decisions are being made; at all levels of government.
This program consists of 2 intensive webinars, held over 2 weeks. Each session will be 2.5 hours in duration. You will need: a computer, access to reliable wifi and social media, a headset and a ‘get elected’ attitude.
Secure your spot now… limited to only 20 people. Register for this event to take part in this increasingly important conversation.

The pandemic has significantly increased Australian dependence on the internet, making it virtually essential to operating in a ‘new normal’ that’s been sustained for over a year now; but what use is exciting and agile new infrastructure if it isn’t properly protected? The Australian Cyber Security Centre found that 90% of organisations (surveyed) experienced at least one form of attempted or successful cyber attack in the previous year. Over the past financial year, a cyberattack was reported to the ACSC…

Women support their communities in so many ways. From running school P&C’s and local sports competitions, to establishing businesses and community campaigns and co-ordinating drought and bushfire relief for neighbours. These leadership skills are highly transferable to elected Public Office, where your work can then extend to helping groups within, and beyond, your immediate community.
The Women for Election Australia online EQUIP Program is a highly practical non-partisan program that provides women with the key knowledge of how to campaign at all levels of government. You’ll learn about the tools and techniques to enable you to run for office, be the best candidate you can be or assist another woman with her political campaign. If you are a woman running for office, managing a campaign or wanting to understand more about this political process, then this program is for you!
We need more women like you at the table where decisions are being made; at all levels of government.
This program consists of 2 intensive webinars, held over 2 weeks. Each session will be 2.5 hours in duration. You will need: a computer, access to reliable wifi and social media, a headset and a ‘get elected’ attitude.
Secure your spot now… limited to only 20 people. Register for this event to take part in this increasingly important conversation.

WiBF's brings together members from all over Australia for virtual Thrive Tribe where you can jump online to catch up and have the opportunity to introduce yourself plus meet other members on the line. There will be break out rooms and table topics to keep things interesting, in a fun and friendly format so you can expand your network and grow your Tribe from the comfort of your desk, your car or - even better - in the great outdoors!…

It’s simple - when it’s crunch time, every decision counts. But it’s hard. Have you ever tried running around a race track, then immediately come to complete standstill….on one foot? The concentration it takes to balance is hard when you’re exhausted: just like decision making during the pressure of crunch times. So much so, that sometimes leaders suffer ‘paralysis by analysis’ as they tie themselves up in knots trying to make the right decision. In this 45-minute session, join Alena…

Women in Banking and Finance is delighted to announce the recipients of our WiBF 2021 Awards Program, presented by Commonwealth Bank, celebrating the talented women leading by example across Australia’s banking and finance industry, as well as those men, women and organisations working to improve the gender diversity across the sector. Please join us for a WiBF Awards watch-party, where we will hear from one of Australia’s most acclaimed business leaders Christine Holgate, in conversation with Catherine Fox, one of…

What makes a good leader in the current context of banking and finance? How do you deal with challenges and create pathways for success? What is it like to transition from a traditional field to one of innovation? And how do you make it to the top in your chosen field? We invite you to join us in conversation with Belinda Hogan, CFO of 86 400, Australia's first smartbank as part of the WiBF Leadership Series. Earlier this year, Belinda…

From early-career professionals to mature executives, LinkedIn offers amazing opportunities to build and amplify your brand, but most of us are barely scraping the tip of the iceberg. In fact, if you’re not turning up on page 1 or 2 of the search results for the keywords of your choice, you may as well be in Outer Siberia! Leveraging LinkedIn is not a waste of time and it’s certainly not disloyal. In fact, it provides a great way to build,…

WiBF's brings together members from all over Australia for virtual Thrive Tribe where you can jump online to catch up and have the opportunity to introduce yourself plus meet other members on the line. There will be break out rooms and table topics to keep things interesting, in a fun and friendly format so you can expand your network and grow your Tribe from the comfort of your desk, your car or - even better - in the great outdoors!…

This 4-week program challenges the habitual patterns of interpersonal leadership communication, with a focus on the virtual world. Delivered by Dr Louise Mahler, an expert in body language, voice and emotion, with a PhD in business, and degrees and masters in organisational psychology as well as music. Over 4 sessions with structured focuses, you will gain: - A fresh perspective on the issues of communication - An understanding of each participants skills and patterns - New skills and patterns -…

In this 45-minute session, hear from Dr. Jolene Morse, Director; Emma Herd, Partner; and Nick Davison, Partner from EY with an overview of the credit, climate and financial crime environment. The year 2021 provided an environment like nothing we have ever seen before and 2022 will be a year of regulatory change and macroeconomic influences. This confluence of events will influence the way we do business, therefore this session will cover: - The EY and IIF risk management survey and…

Looking for a more effective way to network? With our 6 degrees of networking session, you'll meet 6 new connections in 60 minutes, making it easy and fun to grow your network with other ambitious, like-minded members in banking and finance. The concept is simple, bring your elevator pitch and what’s currently keeping you awake at night, and we'll break out in pairs with fast, interactive rotations so you can meet a variety of new contacts while expanding your network.…

The aim of this development program is to empower participants, and further develop their management and leadership skills in preparation for more senior roles in their workplace. Content and delivery is firmly focused on supporting women to step into their leadership potential. $3,500+gst per participant. Each session will run from 11:00am-3:00pm AEST on the following days: BLOCK 1: INFLUENCING THROUGH COMMUNICATION AND LISTENING PART 1: Tuesday 1st March | PART 2: Tuesday 15th March BLOCK 2: RESOLVING CONFLICT CONSTRUCTIVELY, NETWORKING…

In September, the Sex Discrimination and Fair Work (Respect at Work) Amendment Act 2021 (Cth) received assent. Described by some as a “missed opportunity”, it remains to be seen whether the Act will have any real impact on tackling the enduring high incidence of sexual harassment. Ultimately, it is becoming increasingly clear that irrespective of the recent legislative amendments, employers should adopt a work health and safety approach to tackling sexual harassment. In this 45-minute session, hear from Amber Sharp,…

How we define success in leadership is changing. To deliver innovation, performance and productivity in an era of rapid change and complexity, leaders must leverage diversity. However, without inclusion, the key benefits of diversity are lost. Rather than delivering isolated initiatives that focus solely on enhancing demographic diversity, there is powerful evidence for expanding our objective toward the development of an inclusive culture that will effectively leverage diversity of thought. If you have been charged with leading people, have been…

Against the backdrop of COVID-19, and changes in Australia’s business, retirement and health systems, achieving financial autonomy has never been more complex. Even before COVID-19, gender equality and the empowerment of women were topics of real discussion, change and progression. As the pandemic continues to affect lives globally, we are beginning to see how women are being disproportionately affected – threatening the progress society has made in recent years. Globally, women are 1.8 times more likely than men to have…

WiBF is delighted to welcome back Dr Stephanie Burns with a new interactive, virtual program: Voice of Leadership. This series of 5 zoom presentations will address the underlying theories, ideas and strategies for navigating a long and ever-evolving career. 4 May: Becoming a life-long learner 11 May: Overriding the habit of procrastination 18 May: Managing fear, anxiety and lack of confidence 25 May: Getting to know and understand yourself 1 June: There’s more than enough time

The aim of this development program is to empower participants, and further develop their management and leadership skills in preparation for more senior roles in their workplace. Content and delivery is firmly focused on supporting women to step into their leadership potential. $3,500+gst per participant. Each session will run from 11:00am-3:00pm AEST on the following days: BLOCK 1: INFLUENCING THROUGH COMMUNICATION AND LISTENING PART 1: Tuesday 2nd August | PART 2: Tuesday 16th August BLOCK 2: RESOLVING CONFLICT CONSTRUCTIVELY, NETWORKING…