2024 TICKETS NOW SOLD OUT!

NZ Largest Annual Women’s Business & Career Conference

When: Saturday, August 31st 2024

Time: 9am - 4pm

Where: Auckland Viaduct Event Centre

Capacity: 700 Attendees

Dress code: Formal / Black Tie

WHY YOU NEED TO ATTEND

Ask yourself: can you afford NOT to?

Whether you’re an employee with a salary or a business owner, what’s your strategy to stay ahead?

No matter who you are, or where you currently stand on your wealth journey, our Girls in Business Conference is designed to help you take control and establish financial stability for yourself and your family.

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Learning

Attend a full day Masterclass: Learn the strategies, systems and insider secrets used by the top business experts across several different industries.

Networking

The networking event of the year: Meet the industry elite and network with 700 other delegates - including marketers, ecommerce brands, entrepreneurs and founders.

You will get to experience:

  • Live Speaker Q&A Sessions: Get your questions answered by the experts

  • 1-on-1 networking: Discover people that can move the needle for your business.

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Career Development

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Listening to stories of overcoming challenges, achieving success can encourage you to set higher goals and pursue your career with renewed vigor.

Gain access to invaluable information through presentations by industry leaders, panel discussions, and interactive Q&A sessions—an opportunity to acquire insights not easily accessible elsewhere.

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VVIP Dinner Partnerships

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AGENDA

  • Arrive and check in at the registration desk, you’ll have the opportunity to mingle, connect with fellow participants, speakers, sponsors, and exhibitors.

  • Participate in our networking icebreaker activity breaking the initial barriers and fostering meaningful connections.

  • Brianne West (Ethique Founder)

  • Business Topic

    Alliv Samson (Kami)

    Sonya Williams (Sharesies)

    Kirsten Taylor (Sleep Drops)

  • Challenge your intellect with our group quiz and put your knowledge to the test!

  • Priscilla (Bang n Bod)

  • Marketing Topic

    Greta Kenyon (Together Journal)

    Chand Sahrawat (Cassia Restaurant)

    Amber Reid (Cobalt Club)

  • Our Girls in Business Awards bring together a diverse group of individuals who have demonstrated excellence and significant contributions in their respective areas.

    Recipients are honored with awards highlighting their accomplishments and serving as a symbol of recognition for their hard work and dedication.

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  • Challenge your intellect with our group quiz and put your knowledge to the test!

  • Nadia Lim (30min + 5min Q&A)

  • We invite you to unwind and connect with fellow attendees during our Networking Drinks. This is an excellent opportunity to foster new connections, exchange ideas, and extend the conversations sparked throughout the event in a relaxed atmosphere.

  • For those that have purchased VVIP tickets, indulge in an exclusive dinner experience, sharing the evening with distinguished VVIP guests and speakers in an intimate setting. This is a great opportunity to network.

What’s Included

Stalls & Activations

Stalls and activations in the foyer from brands that you love including Shiseido, Red Bull, Dermalogica, The Beauty Chef AND MORE!

Fashion Show

Exclusive Fashion Show by Jessica Couture

Goodie Bags Valued $150+

including items from Together Journal, Tidal Hair, Red Bull, Two Islands, Eve Wellness other top brands!

2024 Speakers

  • Nadia Lim | My Food Bag

    Nadia Lim | My Food Bag

    Nadia Lim is a celebrity chef, entrepreneur, bestselling author, media and television personality, has her own magazine. Nadia is a strong advocate for creating healthy and nutritious recipes and as a result co-founded My Food Bag. In 2022, Nadia head judge on Masterchef NZ.

  • Priscilla Hajiantoni | Bangn Body

    Priscilla Hajiantoni | Bangn Body

    Priscilla Hajiantoni founded Bangn Body one of Australia’s most renowned skincare brands. It shortly became number one brand and product in Sephora’s Body category, the brand’s journey shows its unwavering commitment to providing clean, effective skincare solutions. Priscilla made s Forbes 30 Under 30 list in less than two years.

  • Amber Reid | Cobalt

    Amber Reid | Cobalt

    Having built one of NZ’s fastest growing gyms and fitness community within a year, personal trainer Amber Reid, is all about healthy relationships – both developing them personally and via lifestyle choices. Amber is renowned for her challenges and overall ethos blends informative advice, motivational chats, killer workouts and balanced eating advice.

  • Greta Kenyon | Together Journal

    Greta Kenyon | Together Journal

    Following a successful career in senior marketing positions within the technology and fashion sectors and then as a freelance photographer, Greta identified an untapped opportunity in the market for a contemporary, international wedding and lifestyle magazine and digital platform.

  • Brianne West | Founder & former CEO of Ethique

    Brianne West | Founder & former CEO of Ethique

    Brianne West is a New Zealand environmentalist, entrepreneur and the founder of Ethique, the world's first zero-waste beauty brand. In 2016 she was named a "Global Thinker" by Foreign Policy magazine and in 2019 the EY Young Entrepreneur of the Year.

  • Alliv Samson | Kami

    Alliv Samson | Kami

    Alliv Samson is the CGO and Co-Founder of Kami, a Kiwi ed-tech company that is transforming the way students and teachers engage and collaborate with learning resources. Alongside her three co-founders, Alliv has helped grow Kami’s user base to nearly 40 million users across 180 countries in just over a decade.

  • Leah Lim | Branded & Ellen Studio

    Leah Lim | Branded & Ellen Studio

    With 7+ years of experience as the founder and creative director of Branded, a custom packaging business, and Ellen Studio, a full-service graphic design agency, she has honed her skills in both creative direction and business management.

  • Chand Sahrawat | Cassia Restaurant & Sid The French Cafe

    Chand Sahrawat | Cassia Restaurant & Sid The French Cafe

    Chand opened up their first restaurant in Ponsonby’s Sidart in 2009. After that opened another two successful restaurants. Chand plays a pivotal role in the running of all three restaurants. Currently Chand has shifted towards working for a non profit organisation.

  • Kirsten Taylor | Sleep Drops

    Kirsten Taylor | Sleep Drops

    Kirsten Taylor turned SleepDrops into a household name. Over $60,000,000 of her products have been bought in New Zealand. Come along and learn how Kirsten changed her approach to making her business a success, how that impacted her health and how building brands that add to humanity is her big passion.

  • Sonya Williams | Sharesies

    Sonya Williams is a New Zealand entrepreneur and business woman. Sonya is the Co-founder, Director and Co-CEO of Sharesies.

OTHER SPONSORS & VENDORS

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FAQs

  • We recommend for you to come on your own - that is the best way to meet new people!

  • This conference is black tie or formal - think power suits or a gown, we any occasion to dress up! Come in your

  • Yes, we have multiple options:

    • Showcase your business with a stall

    • Become a sponsor and receive benefits

    • Provide product(s) or services for the event

    • Placement in Goodie Bags (promotion to social media + email database)

    Email info@girlsinbusiness.org.nz for more information on how to get involved (enquire ASAP due to limited availability).

  • Yes - there is a Q&A session after each speaker & panel to answer questions from the audience, you may also liaise with speakers during the break or before and after the conference.

  • Yes, you absolutely can - men are able to attend if they wish and several have in the past!

  • While we understand the desire to accommodate all attendees, unfortunately, due to the nature of the conference and its activities, we are unable to accommodate infants or young children.

    We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

  • Each year the event sells out and we have a waitlist of people that have missed out on tickets,

    You may list your ticket on a ticket resale website like https://tixel.com/nz/ and we will direct the waitlist to purchase your ticket if you can no longer attend.

Complete the form below to be involved as a Vendor, Sponsor or Stall Holder.