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What a Job! with Claire Lauber: Leading with Purpose, Inclusion and Courage at Coles Liquor
07.10.25 Webinar What a Job!
In our latest What a Job! session, Claire Lauber, Chief Executive of Coles Liquor, joined us for an extended and deeply insightful conversation. With more than 25 years of experience…
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100 Women in Operations: Simone Thomassen, Head of Global Marketing – Ego Pharmaceuticals
03.10.25 100 Women in Operations
From QC Chemist to Head of Global Marketing at Ego Pharmaceuticals, Simone leads teams delivering projects from concept to market across multiple countries. Known for her people-first approach, she mentors…
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Career Club: Own Your Story – Preparing for and Excelling in Interviews with Jenny Gillam
22.09.25 Articles Career Club Event Webinar
Feeling unsure about how to prepare for interviews or tell your career story with confidence? Whether you're aiming for a promotion or exploring new opportunities, interviews can be nerve-wracking. In…
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Libby Williams is passionate about safety, service and inclusion. In this What a Job! session, she shares her career journey at Ampol, her volunteer work with SES, and practical strategies…
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In 2012, four senior women in manufacturing and supply chain roles volunteered to mentor sixteen women working in operational businesses. That pilot program sparked a movement. Fast forward to the…
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100 Women in Operations: Joni Kua, Manager Commercial & Contractual Engagement, ARTC (Australian Rail Track Corporation)
27.08.25 100 Women in Operations
Joni began her journey with ARTC as a work experience student 20 years ago and has held various roles within the business, recently stepping into a new position as Manager…
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Inclusive, Equitable Leadership: What It Looks Like and Why It Matters
28.05.25 Allyship Articles Opinions Professional Development Program Resources
Inclusion isn’t optional — it’s essential for modern operations. At NAWO’s recent forum, leaders agreed: true inclusion is active, accountable, and built into everyday practice. It means listening deeply, recognising…Read more -
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NAWO Career Club: Working with recruiters for your next career move
22.05.25 Career Club Event Webinar
In this Career Club session, NAWO welcomed Scott Logan, Manager of Engineering, Operations & Technical at Six Degrees Executive, for a candid and insightful conversation about career progression in operations…Read more -
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What a Job!: Viv Worden, Executive General Manager Operations, Detmold Group
08.05.25 Profile Webinar
In this special extended What a Job session, hear from Viv Worden about her extensive experience in operational industries, spanning multiple areas and countries. These informal sessions are exclusive for…Read more -
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100 Women in Operations: Louise Waddell, Work Pack and Completions Coordinator, Monadelphous
08.05.25 100 Women in Operations
With 35 years of experience, Louise brings deep expertise in technical support and project coordination. She works closely with clients, company leadership, and cross-functional teams in engineering, production, materials, logistics,…Read more -
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Five Uncomfortable Truths of Allyship
01.05.25 Allyship Articles Opinions Professional Development Program Resources
An ally, quite simply, is someone who takes action to support a group they are not part of. Whether you’re an employee, a team leader, a manager, or a director,…Read more -
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100 Women in Operations: Jody Smith Packaging Shift Leader and Resource Coordinator, Treasury Wine Estates
28.04.25 100 Women in Operations
Treasury Wine Estates has offered Jody a range of opportunities across different roles, but it was in people leadership that she found her true passion. She has built strong, collaborative…Read more -
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Looking to build your business presentation skills? In our April 2025 Career Club session we were joined by speaker, coach, and engineer Brenda Denbesten, who shared her top tips for…Read more -
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Since 2011, Luna has built a career in logistics and supply chain across the mining and metals industries. Starting in transport, warehousing, and inventory coordination, she now manages Bradken’s international…Read more -
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Celebrating NAWO Member Momentum: VIVA Energy – Aviation Refueller Training Program
15.04.25 Announcement Articles Member Updates Resources
Celebrating NAWO Member Momentum! In this article we're spotlighting VIVA Energy’s Aviation Refueller Training Program and its success in increasing female representation in refuelling roles across the country, while creating…Read more
