Tech Gala 2024

Welcome to the inaugural Sisterhood Club "Tech Gala 2024" 🥂

Date: Thursday 14th November 2024

Time: 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Location: Rydges Melbourne CBD - 186 Exhibition St, Melbourne CBD (NEW VENUE)

Drinks and Canapes provided 

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Welcome to the Sisterhood Social Tech Gala: Reflect, Rise, and Forge Ahead.

As we approach the end of the year, this event is a chance to pause, look back on how far we’ve come, and set our sights on what’s next. It’s more than just a celebration—it’s a space to reflect on the lessons learned, acknowledge our growth, and prepare to move forward with renewed purpose and confidence.

Join us on Thursday, November 14th, at the beautiful Rydges Melbourne for an evening of thought-provoking discussions and inspiring stories from industry leaders: Katherine Boiciuc (Chief Technology Officer at EY), Krithika Hansen (Chief People Officer at TelstraSuper) and Kath Blackham (Founder/CEO at VERSA AI).

These influential speakers will share how they’ve navigated pivotal moments in their careers, the challenges they’ve overcome, and their vision for the future of technology and leadership. Whether you’re looking to advance your career, build connections, or gain a fresh perspective, this event will leave you with practical insights and the inspiration to rise to new heights. 

Drinks and canapés will be provided, offering the perfect backdrop for engaging with like-minded professionals and forging ahead into 2025 with clarity and determination.

We look forward to welcoming you to a night dedicated to celebrating resilience, growth, and the collective power of community.

Order of Events:

5:30 pm: Doors Open 🚪

5:30 pm Networking, Drinks and Canapes 🍷

6:30 pm - Mentee Spotlight: Reflections from the Sisterhood Club Mentor Journey

6:35 pm - Panel Speakers 🗣

7:30 pm - Q and A ❓

7:45 pm onwards: Networking and Drinks 🍷

The Line-Up:

Katherine Boiciuc - LinkedIn

Katherine Boiciuc is the Chief Technology and Innovation Officer for EY in Oceania. She brings a wealth of experience in digital transformation and leadership from her previous roles at Viva Energy, Telstra and Maximus International. She is known for her expertise as a futurist and has a deep background in guiding large-scale transformations across technology, customer experience, and digital enablement.

Throughout her career, Katherine has been recognised as a thought leader and advocate for women in STEM and tech leadership, speaking extensively on topics such as AI, digital ethics, and the future of leadership. Her focus at EY is on leveraging cutting-edge technologies like generative AI to drive productivity and innovation, and she actively contributes to discussions on the societal and regulatory implications of these advancements.

Krithika Hansen - LinkedIn

Krithika Hansen is the Chief People Officer at TelstraSuper, where she is responsible for leading all people and culture initiatives. With over 15 years of international executive experience, she has worked across large and medium-sized organisations in the US, Europe, Asia, and Australia. Krithika's expertise includes driving employee engagement, talent development, and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategies that help build strong, inclusive workplace cultures.

Before joining TelstraSuper in October 2021, she held senior roles at BHP Billiton, Coles, and Pitcher Partners. Krithika is recognised for her work in advancing gender equality and diverse cultures and has been part of initiatives like the G20 Empower Consortium

Kath Blackham - LinkedIn

Kath Blackham is the founder and CEO of VERSA, a global leader in Conversational AI. Through her innovative leadership, VERSA has transformed customer experiences by integrating AI and voice technology, helping businesses automate up to 70% of their customer interactions 24/7. Kath spearheaded the creation of Australia’s first enterprise-level voice experience agency, and VERSA now operates across the globe, with teams in countries including the US, Japan, and India.

A strong advocate for mental health and gender equality in the workplace, Kath pioneered the introduction of the four-day work week at VERSA, which has not only boosted employee well-being but also led to tripling profits. As a sought-after speaker, Kath shares her insights on AI, the future of work, and leadership, making her a key figure in shaping both the tech landscape and workplace culture and we are fortunate to welcome her to our Sisterhood Club social.

All Our Sisterhood Club Digital Token holders gain FREE ACCESS to the event:

If you are a Sisterhood Club NFT holder, please visit this site; you will be granted a unique discount code which will grant you free access to tickets to the Sisterhood Club event (we recommend doing this via your desktop/laptop computer)

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Our Mission:

Sisterhood Club is at the forefront of the mission to secure a women's place in the future of work. 

Recognising the importance of diversity and gender equality in the workplace, the club empowers women to connect, collaborate and thrive in their lives and careers.

Our club's mission to educate and elevate women is reflected in its focus on providing access to knowledge and resources to help women succeed in their careers. Through our events, podcast and mentorship program, the Sisterhood Club is building a network of empowered and ambitious women shaping the future of work in technology and creating a more diverse and inclusive industry.

Admission, entertainment, food and beverages included