Join Women in Business Wagga Wagga in welcoming Former Senator the Hon Marise Payne to the wonderful town of Wagga, joined together with a local discussion panel for International Women’s Day 2024, themed "Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress".

About Former Senator The Honourable Marise Payne:

The Honourable Marise Payne is an accomplished, considered strategic leader, highly experienced in foreign policy, national security and strategic issues.

She served as Australia’s Minister for Defence and Minister for Foreign Affairs. Her career focus is on working closely with allies and partners and developing key relationships to deliver greater strategic strength and resilience, and served in the Australian Senate for over 26 years between 1997 and 2023, becoming the longest serving female Senator in Australian history.

Marise Payne is a Distinguished Visiting Fellow at Hoover Institution, a Board Member of ORF-America (Observer Research Foundation) and a Vice Chancellor’s Fellow and Professor of Practice – International Relations and Public Policy at Western Sydney University in Australia.

Event will also include local panelists:

Dianna Somerville:

Dianna, a staunch advocate for regional Australia, chairs the Thomas Bros Group inregional NSW and founded RGTC to aid regional organizations in securing grants. Witha background in the automotive industry, she contributes to government advisory panels.Previously, she managed Bridge Hub, fostering agrifood innovation and establishingpartnerships. Dianna initiated Regional Pitchfest and has been recognized for herleadership by organizations like the Australian Defence Force Academy. With extensiveexperience in defense, she chairs the Regional Development Australia Riverina Board andserves on the Country Hope Board. Dianna resides in the Riverina with her family,actively engaged in their cropping farm..

Kaitlin Fuller:

Kaity, a seasoned Principal Consultant at Huntsman Recruiting, brings over 8 years ofexpertise across diverse sectors such as Community NGOs, Banking & Finance,Agriculture, Local Government, and Manufacturing. Her career is characterized byversatility and adaptability, navigating through various industries with flair. With a deepunderstanding of sector intricacies, Kaity delivers tailored solutions that meet the uniqueneeds of clients and candidates. Beyond her professional endeavors, she actively engagesin her local community, chairing and participating in not-for-profit organizations,reflecting her passion for driving positive change.

Central to Kaity's approach is a commitment to understanding organizational culturesand identifying key skills for success. She fosters connections between employers andemployees, aiming for professional and cultural alignment that leads to mutualsatisfaction and success.

Event details:

Ticket Pricing: Tickets are limited and are available until sold out.

· We are pleased to offer this event for Free for our WIB members.
· $20.00 for Non-Members or if you wish to become a Women in Business Wagga member, click here (Annual membership is $50.00)

Attire: Smart Casual
When: Friday, 8th March 2024, 12.00pm to 2.00pm
Where: Mercure Wagga Wagga (1 Morgan Street, Wagga Wagga NSW 2650)
Parking: Parking is available at the venue and street parking.

Refunds and transfers are available up to 48 hours before the event, please contact our Committee us via email at info@waggawib.org.au

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