Leadership Event | Women in Industry Breakfast

This breakfast event is for Women in Industry and will focus on the topic of ‘Vulnerability as courage’

Our first 2025 Women in Industry Breakfast will bring together women from within our membership and is designed to foster an environment of support, empowerment, and networking. By providing a platform for women to connect with like-minded peers and learn from industry experts, the event seeks to facilitate personal and professional growth, enhance leadership skills, and most importantly create a strong network of supportive individuals.

The event takes the form of an intimate breakfast event, fostering an atmosphere conducive to meaningful conversations and connections.

At the heart of our Women in Industry Breakfasts are our guest presenters who are industry experts and thought leaders. These esteemed speakers share their expertise, insights, and experiences on industry-relevant topics, providing valuable knowledge and inspiration to the participants. Through their presentations and interactive discussions, attendees gain practical insights, fresh perspectives, and actionable takeaways to implement in their own workplace roles.

Presenter:      

   Jacque Lachmund
   Co-Director; Workplace Respect
   LinkedIn Profile
   

Vulnerability as Courage

Jacque will share her personal experience with Domestic and Family Violence (DFV) to highlight why it's an important workplace issue.

She aims to show how workplaces can provide safety and support for those affected by DFV.

Her goal is to normalise conversations about DFV to help reduce the stigma and shame surrounding it.

Jacque is a survivor of domestic and family violence, a champion for change, and brings a lived workplace experience to the table. Jacque has gained in-depth knowledge and experience in workplace prevention and is passionate about supporting workplaces and communities to be part of the change.

She has extensive experience developing and delivering workplace DFV programs to both the public sector and private organisations. Jacque is dedicated to educating and supporting businesses to make workplaces safer environments, where conversations about DFV can take place, without creating further stigma, shame, and fear.

A Co-Director of Workplace Respect, she was appointed to the QLD Government’s Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Council in March 2024 and also sits on the Board of the LGBTQ DV Awareness Foundation.

Agenda:

• 7:00am | Arrival and networking
• 7:45am | Breakfast
• 8:10am | Presentation and Q&A begins
• 8:45am | Networking
• 9:00am | Official event conclusion, followed by an opportunity to continue informal networking
• 9:30am | Event close

By attending the Women in Industry Breakfast participants can expect to:

• Experience empowerment and support. Be part of an inclusive and empowering community that recognises the value and contributions of women in the workplace, fostering a sense of support and encouragement.
• Expand your professional network. Engage, learn and connect to forge new relationships with your peers.
• Foster your personal and professional growth. Engage in thought-provoking discussions and acquire practical tools to excel in the workplace.

Who should attend?
This event is aimed at female professionals within our membership but is open to anyone interested in supporting diversity and equality.
As a member of IPA you can register up to 2 people, subject to availability, to attend the event.
This event is for IPA members only, there will be no public access to this event.

When do I need to register by?
Registrations close 7 days prior to the event date. 
Registrations are based on a "first-come, first-served" basis. 
There are no allocated seats with membership.

Who can I contact for further information? 

     
     Samantha Jeffrey | National Engagement & Events Manager
     samantha@industrypartners.com.au 
     0438 058 823



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