Building Bridges: Empowering Women in Project Management

Join us for an inspiring and interactive evening designed to celebrate and empower women in project management while recognising and welcoming the invaluable support of men as allies. This inclusive and diverse event provides a platform to share experiences, build connections, and drive professional growth within a supportive community.

Evening Highlights

The event will kick off with a warm welcome and an engaging icebreaker session, including a group photo and an introduction to Women in Project Management (WiPM) PMINZ. Participants are invited to contribute to the Success Wall, a creative space to showcase career milestones, personal breakthroughs, leadership highlights, and continuous learning achievements.

Keynote Sessions

"Breaking Barriers, Building Success" by Helen Corban, Business Productivity Coach at Reach Potential

Helen is an expert in business coaching, time management, leadership, and personal development. Passionate about empowering individuals and creating lasting impact, Helen combines professionalism, motivation, and approachability in every interaction. With extensive experience in guiding business owners and professionals to maximise their potential, Helen specialises in strategic approaches that fast-track success in both business and life.

"Turning Points in My PM Journey" by Renata Pompermayer Candido Ferreira.

Renata is an accomplished project manager with over 30 years of experience across construction, finance, and HR industries. She has led complex infrastructure projects, mentored emerging professionals as a PMI volunteer, and champions empathy-driven leadership inspired by the philosophy of Ubuntu. Currently pursuing an MBA in Project Management, Renata is committed to fostering diversity, adaptability, and collaboration, bringing a global perspective and passion for empowering teams to achieve shared success.

Activities

• Project Management Bingo: A fun and interactive game to foster connections through shared experiences.
• World Café Workshop: Join dynamic table discussions on key topics such as career challenges, leadership styles, negotiation skills, and future trends in project management. Insights from these discussions will be visually captured for future inspiration and collaboration.

Exclusive Perks

• Catering: Enjoy a delicious spread of refreshments as you engage with fellow participants.
• Prizes: Exciting giveaways throughout the evening to add a touch of fun and celebration.
• PDUs: Earn valuable PDUs to support your ongoing professional growth with PMI. There are 3 PDUs available for this event: Ways of Working: 1 PDU, Business Acumen: 1 PDU, Power Skills: 1 PDU).

Inclusive and Diverse Community

At WiPM, we believe in the power of collective progress. This event is open to everyone - women and men alike - who are committed to championing equity and driving positive change in project management. Together, we aim to break barriers, build bridges, and create a thriving professional community where all voices are valued.

Closing Session and Networking

The event will conclude with Connection Cards, a reflective activity to build a community resource map, followed by networking opportunities to connect with like-minded professionals. Closing remarks will highlight key takeaways and announce exciting upcoming events.

Why You Should Attend

This unforgettable evening offers more than just inspiration - it’s a chance to build long-lasting relationships with professionals who share your passion for project management. You’ll leave with new insights, meaningful connections, and memories to cherish as you continue to grow in your career.

Thank you to our Event Sponsors!

We proudly thank Watts & Hughes, champions of women in the industry, and Renata Pompermayer Candido Ferreira of Beyond Borders, a trailblazer in project management, for their generous support in making this event possible.

Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate diversity, foster inclusion, and advance equity in project management. Join us and be part of this transformative experience!