In an era of relentless ambition and unprecedented challenges, the quest for leadership success has never been more demanding. The journey to the top is fraught with obstacles, not least of which is maintaining a harmonious balance between professional achievements and personal fulfillment. As we navigate through the complexities of the modern world, the significance of sustaining equilibrium in our lives and careers cannot be overstated.

Your Balance Blueprint is an innovative half-day masterclass designed to empower women with the strategies, tools, and insights necessary to achieve a sustainable blend of professional success and personal well-being. This workshop is more than a learning experience; it’s a transformational journey tailored to help you craft a life of equilibrium, where leadership excellence and personal satisfaction coexist harmoniously.

Key Course Takeaways:

• Master the Art of Equilibrium: Learn how to seamlessly integrate career aspirations with personal well-being to foster a
fulfilling life of leadership.
• Strategies for Sustainable Success: Uncover the secrets to long-lasting achievement in your career, without sacrificing
your health, relationships, or personal goals.
• Overcoming the Obstacles to Balance: Identify the common pitfalls that disrupt life balance and discover practical steps
to navigate around them.
• The Blueprint to Your Best Self: Craft a personalized plan that harmonizes your professional ambitions with your personal
life, ensuring you thrive in both realms.
• Mindset for Mastery: Shift your perspective to embrace a holistic approach to success, equipping you with the mindset
needed to excel as a leader and individual.
• Building Resilience and Adaptability: Strengthen your capacity to handle stress, adapt to change, and recover from
setbacks, all while keeping your sights set on your goals.
• Network of Empowerment: Engage in a supportive, collaborative environment with fellow women leaders, fostering
connections that inspire growth and resilience.

By the conclusion of this workshop, you will leave with a comprehensive blueprint for achieving leadership success that does not compromise your personal happiness or well-being. This session promises to be a dynamic and interactive experience, providing a safe space for women to explore, learn, and grow together, free from the constraints of judgement or organizational politics.

Join us on this enlightening journey to redefine what success looks like for women in leadership. Together, we will discover how to create a life of impact and fulfillment, proving that it is indeed possible to have it all.

No matter your role, it’s important that you speak your truth and learn how to communicate so that
your voice is heard.

All too often we find ourselves leaving conversations frustrated that we haven’t been heard or understood clearly. There are times when we haven’t been able to find the space in a meeting to
share our perspectives at all! This half day masterclass will give you the opportunity to build your gravitas in all contexts, communicate with confidence and clarity, and make the practical mindset changes needed to remove roadblocks to expressing yourself.

You will Learn:
• Limit inner conflicts which might limit workplace performance
• Project more authority and communicate with gravity
• Master sustainable control of stress and stressors in the work environment
• Improve positive-attitude maintenance in challenging situations
• Assess and adjust personal leadership style quickly, accurately and privately

By the end of the workshop you will have:

• Uncovered what is in the way of you finding and expressing your voice with confidence and clarity
• Understood how to build capacity in your communication style and how to listen for and respond
to other people’s styles of communication
• Built the confidence and know how to show up and have your voice heard

Dana Lightbody is the CEO of The Leadership Institute. She is a staunch advocate of equality for women in business and
believes women should be helping other women every chance they get. Dana established Konnect Learning in 2013 and the Leadership Institute in 2017. Since then she has advocated for equality for women in all aspects of her entrepreneurial and professional life – in particular by chairing and assisting the production team in the development of TLI’s Women in Leadership line of events.

As a senior leader with extensive experience in energy and infrastructure, Caroline will discuss the strategies she employed to overcome challenges and break through the barriers that often exist for women in such fields. She will explore how she navigated complex professional landscapes, built strong networks, and leveraged her expertise to rise to the top. Caroline will also provide insights into the importance of resilience, continuous learning, and advocating for oneself and others in similar environments. Attendees will walk away with actionable advice on how to assert their place and lead with confidence in traditionally male-dominated sectors.

In this session, will explore the profound impact that understanding one’s purpose has on leadership effectiveness. Amelia will share her journey in discovering her own leadership purpose and how this clarity has guided her decision-making, shaped her leadership style, and influenced the culture of the organisations she leads. She will discuss the importance of aligning personal values with professional responsibilities, and how this alignment can drive meaningful change, inspire teams, and lead to sustained success.

In this session, Sally will explore how her long-term loyalty to a single company became a
strategic advantage, allowing her to capitalise on a wealth of opportunities throughout her
career. By deeply understanding the business and its culture, Sally positioned herself as a
trusted leader, ready to take on new challenges and high-impact projects.
She will share how she leveraged her accumulated institutional knowledge and built a strong
internal network, using these assets to innovate, drive change, and continuously advance her
career within the organisation.

In this session, Rachel, shares leadership insights drawn from her experience in driving growth and innovation in the finance and investments sectors. She will highlight the importance of self-awareness, resilience, and inclusivity in leadership, offering practical strategies she’s used to navigate challenges and foster successful teams in pursuit of value creation. Attendees will gain valuable tools for continuous learning and mentorship, essential for developing a leadership style that adapts to today’s evolving business landscape.

In this session, the Head of HR for Ikea Australia will share her personal journey of navigating the
challenges of balancing a demanding executive role with the responsibilities of being a single
parent. This session will explore the strategies she has employed to maintain a successful career
while prioritising her family’s needs. She will discuss the importance of setting boundaries,
making intentional choices, and seeking support systems that allow for both professional and
personal fulfilment.
Attendees will gain insights into how to create a work-life balance that aligns with their values,
enabling them to thrive in their careers without compromising on what matters most in their
personal lives.

In this key session, Liz will reflect on her remarkable career in journalism, reflecting on the
challenges and triumphs she has faced over the years. Liz will discuss the evolving landscape of
media and how it has impacted the portrayal and treatment of women as they age.
Drawing from her personal experiences, she will offer a candid perspective on the pressures
and expectations placed on women in the industry and how she has navigated these challenges
to maintain her enduring presence on screen. Liz will also look ahead to the future, sharing her
thoughts on the changing media environment and what lies ahead for women in journalism.

Dana Lightbody is the CEO of The Leadership Institute. She is a staunch advocate of equality for women in business and believes women should be helping other women every chance they get. Dana established Konnect Learning in 2013 and The Leadership Institute in 2017. Since then she has advocated for equality for women in all aspects of her entrepreneurial and professional life - in particular by chairing and assisting the production team in the development of TLI's Women in Leadership line of events.

Louise Baxter is the CEO & Executive Director of the Starlight Children’s Foundation. She is also on the Board of Community Council for Australia, Stanford Australia Foundation and a Member
of Chief Executive Women. Louise will cover the significance of self-awareness in leadership development. She will explore how to identify personal strengths and play to these, as well as
harness the strengths of others.

Louise will share practical strategies for building resilience and finding opportunities in the face of challenges. And, how all of this contributes to a high performing team and culture of creativity
& innovation. Starlight was awarded ‘Best Place to Work for Women 2023’ (As recognised by Great Place to Work Australia 23).

Panelists will provide insights on overcoming common obstacles and effective
strategies for making significant career leaps.

In this session, Di will share her inspiring journey from being a Registered Nurse (RN) to leading one of Australia’s foremost healthcare organisations. Di’s path to the top is a testament to the power of resilience, continuous learning, and the courage to embrace non-traditional career routes.
She will discuss how her clinical foundation as an RN shaped her leadership style, the challenges she overcame in transitioning to executive roles, and how she has maintained a patient-cantered approach even at the highest level of management.

As a celebrated producer and director, Claudia’s creativity and vision have significantly shaped
Australian entertainment. Her journey from a young actress to a multifaceted industry leader
showcases her resilience, talent, and dedication. At the Women in Leadership Summit 2024,
Claudia will share her experiences and insights, offering invaluable lessons on perseverance,
innovation, and leading with authenticity.
Join us to be inspired by Claudia’s story and her commitment to empowering women to break
barriers and achieve their fullest potential.

In this session, Ellen , will share her journey to leadership within one of the world’s leading
professional services firms. She will discuss the unique challenges and opportunities women face
in rising to senior leadership roles and how she navigated these challenges throughout her career.
Ellen will offer insights into the importance of mentorship, sponsorship, and building a strong
network, as well as the role of resilience and adaptability in leadership. She will also explore how
organizations can create environments that support and promote women leaders, and what
individuals can do to advocate for themselves and others in their leadership journey.

In this key session, our speaker emphasises the significance of self-awareness in leadership development, urging attendees to identify their own personal strengths and areas for growth in the
way that she identified theirs. She will share practical strategies harnessed for building resilience in the face of challenges and fostering inclusive work environments. Leveraging her own experiences, she highlighted the importance of continuous learning and mentorship and the importance of establishing a toolkit that works for you.

Deanne Stewart, CEO of Aware Super, will share her insights on how she has sustained a successful career in finance, emphasizing the importance of resilience, innovation, and ethical leadership. Additionally, Deanne will explore the critical role financial literacy plays in empowering women, highlighting how informed financial decisions can significantly impact women’s long-term financial security and independence. She will discuss initiatives that promote financial education for women, aiming to close the gender gap in financial knowledge and ensure that women are equipped to navigate their financial futures confidently.

This one-day workshop for aspiring and current female leaders will provide progressive approaches to boost self-confidence, gain influence at multiple organizational levels, live a more balanced life, and inspire other women to do the same. This program will take an “inside-out” approach to introduce the relevance and benefits of mindfulness and compassion in leadership. The facilitator will utilize practical activities, exercises, and tools, and will incorporate case studies on how mindfulness can make a measurable impact on organisational effectiveness.

Key Benefits Of Attending:
• Lead with authenticity
• Unlock your highest potential
• Cultivate greater influence
• Build a courage mindset
• Create greater joy and meaning

By the end of the day you will have a personalised plan to build your gravitas that will have you seen as a serious contender for major role advancement/promotion/project lead/overseas secondment/board appointments. This is a collaborative and highly interactive experience for women, in a safe environment free from judgement, censure, politics or organisational power plays.


Tulsi is a former lawyer with a psychology, mediation, investigation and counselling background. Through working as an investigator and mediator of discrimination
complaints at the Australian Human Rights Commission and then as an investigator
for the Department of Education and Communities investigating improper conduct
and child abuse allegations, she realised she wanted to fix problems and not just
investigate them. Tulsi is well known among our clients, as the ’empathy’ person who has a unique ability to develop communication and conflict resolution skills to bring out the best in leaders, staff and teams and build positive workplace cultures. Her expertise covers management consulting, facilitation, coaching and mentoring with a particular focus on conflict resolution, communication skills, building relationships, rebuilding and
strengthening teams, dealing with difficult behaviours, having brave conversations and building emotional agility and resilience.