WiTWA Tech [+] Awards Launch + Meet Previous Winners

It’s time for WiTWA’s annual Meet & Greet event to launch our 2025 WiTWA Tech [+] Awards!
This program is dedicated to shining a sparkling light on the incredible talents in our industry and giving them the recognition they deserve.

This event is your chance to get a clear overview of how the Tech [+] Awards work, hear directly from past winners and judges about what makes a standout nomination, and connect with an inspiring community of women and allies in tech.

This event is perfect for anyone who:

• Has considered applying for the Tech [+] Awards before but lacked the motivation or clarity to do so.

• Knows a potential nominee and wants to encourage them to nominate themselves — or would like to submit a nomination on their behalf.

• Is a past WiTWA Tech [+] Award winner and keen to reconnect with fellow alumni or inspire a new generation.

• Is excited to mingle with WiTWA’s incredible community of women and allies.

Agenda:
5:00pm – 5:30pm: Arrival
5:45pm – 6:15pm: WiTWA Awards Introduction and testimonials from previous winners and judges
6:15pm – 7:30pm: Networking and refreshments

Meet our Guests:
🔸 Rebecca MacPherson
2024 WiTWA Tech [+] Shining Star Award winner for Sales, Marketing & Business Support. As Head of Sales at Quartex, Rebecca leads global growth initiatives in high-risk, asset-intensive industries. A champion of AI-powered sales and inclusive leadership, she’s building high-performing teams and creating space for the next generation of diverse tech talent.

🔸 Nicola Hodgson- Founder/CEO- Tempo
Founder & CEO of Tempo and Still Me, Nicola is a multi-award-winning healthcare innovator and 2023 WiTWA Rising Star. With over 20 years in nursing, she’s on a mission to redesign flexible, sustainable careers in healthcare.

🔸 Alison Neal
CEO of DataDivers and long-time WiTWA judge, Alison is a values-driven leader dedicated to equity in tech. She’s the force behind Digital Transformation Perth and plays a key role in shaping inclusive digital communities.

🔸 Michelle Wong
Known as the “Chief Disruptor” at GoSH, Michelle is a neurodiversity advocate and award-winning WiTWA Shining Star. She champions strength-based innovation for youth and neurodivergent inclusion in tech spaces.
Come for the stories. Stay for the community.

The power of a network is something we at WiTWA champion through our tagline: "If you can see her, you can be her." We know you’ll leave this event feeling inspired and ready to take your next steps toward the WiTWA Tech [+] Awards.

We encourage you to bring your questions — and don’t miss out on this inspiring event!