LEADING THE CHARGE
May 2025 SYDNEY
In an era marked by profound transformation, today’s most powerful leaders are redefining the boundaries of possibility.
From building billion-dollar businesses to rewriting cultural narratives, advancing technologies and tackling global challenges, women are leading the charge.
The Forbes Australia Women’s Summit will bring together trailblazers across industries and generations who are pioneering pathways towards a more resilient, equitable future.
2024 Highlights
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A powerful event and fantastic networks that spawned from it. It changed people’s lives.
Kim Randle, CEO Fair Supply
Past Speakers
Sam Mostyn
Govenor General Australia
Christine Holgate
Group CEO, Team Global Express
Robyn Denholm
Chair of Tesla
Sukhinder Singh Cassidy
CEO, Xero
Miranda Kerr
Founder & CEO, KORA Organics
Melanie Silva
VP & MD, Google AU & NZ
Sarah Walsh
Women’s Football Australia
Florence Drummond
CEO Indigenous Women In Mining
Chanel Contos
Founder & MD, Teach Us Consent
Natasha Oakley
Founder, Monday Swimware
Steph Claire Smith
Founder & Podcaster, KiC
Kristy Chong
Founder, Modibody
Past Attendees
Sessions & Topics
Power of Responsibility
A panel of women leading the charge on driving ethics and accountability into business practice and leading social change for good.
Power of Leadership
According to the last census – women make up just over 50% of the population, however there are only 18 women CEOs in the top 300 ASX-listed companies (6.2%). Hear from women at the top of their fields on their experience and advice for future female leaders.
Power of Product & Innovation
Discover how pioneering female leaders are innovating products, ideas, and industries, breaking barriers, and disrupting the status quo.
+ full lineup to be announced soon
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Choose your Experience
May 2025, 9am – 5pm AEDT, Sydney
Pre-release tickets are strictly limited. Buy now to save – prices must go up in January.
For corporate packages, contact us via the form on this page.
Breaking the Barrier
6.2%
of top 300 ASX-listed companies have women CEOs
5%
of women say they work for gender equality leaders
18%
of Australian board chairs belong to women
7x
less VC funding is given to female founders versus their male counterparts
What to Expect
Influential Speakers
New Connections
Inspiring Discussions
Inclusive Atmosphere
Location
Sydney – venue to be announced soon
FAQ
| How and when will I receive my live event ticket? You will receive your live event ticket via email within 24 hours of completing your purchase. Guest tickets will be emailed within 72 hours of providing full details. |
| Is this event live or virtual? The Forbes Australia Women’s Summit is a live, in-person event hosted in Sydney. Please note the Women’s Summit will not be streamed virtually. |
| What do I need to bring to gain entry to the event? Please bring along your pre-purchased ticket along with photo identification. |
| Can I purchase a ticket on the day/at the venue? Yes, tickets will be able to be purchased on the day of the event, if ticket allocations have not already been exhausted. You can purchase tickets online or speak to a Forbes member at the venue. |
| Is the Women’s Summit suitable for men to attend? The Forbes Australia Women’s Summit is a gender inclusive event that will address topical issues around equality and representation in the workplace and beyond. We invite all genders to attend to work towards a successful and equitable future together. |
| Is there a discount for group or corporate bookings? Yes, please contact us at events@forbes.com.au for more information on group and corporate packages. |
| Am I able to alter the attendees name? Only the purchaser of the ticket(s) can alter an attendees name up until 11.59pm (AEDT) on the TBA date in May 2025. This can be done by the purchaser by clicking on the modify registration button on your confirmation email. |
| Venue The venue TBA. |
| Is there a dress code? The dress code is smart casual. Any inappropriately dressed attendee may be refused access to the Forbes Australia Women’s Summit. |
| Event Terms and Conditions Click here for the Terms and Conditions for the Forbes Australia Women’s Summit. |