NZ’s largest Women’s Business Conference & Awards is back for 2025!

1-DAY MULTI-SPEAKER WOMENS BUSINESS EVENT

Ready to take your ambitions to the next level?

Step into a day of inspiration, empowerment, and action at New Zealand’s premier women’s business event. Featuring global trailblazer Lorna Jane alongside a powerhouse lineup of visionary entrepreneurs, you’ll hear the real stories, winning strategies, and mindset shifts that fuel lasting success.

Proudly presented by Girls in Business, this marks our 12th transformative conference in New Zealand—bringing together some of the nation’s most influential voices in leadership and female entrepreneurship.

Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, established business owner, or ambitious professional, this event is your chance to level up, connect with like-minded women, and reignite your business journey.

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The Details

When: 20th September 2025

Time: 9am - 4pm

Where: Auckland Viaduct Event Centre

Capacity: 800 Attendees

Dress code: Formal / Black Tie

MAIN SPONSOR:

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OTHER PARTNERS

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Stylized text spelling 'PEACE' in elegant thin lines.
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Logo for Countess Inc featuring gold text and a crown against a green background, with the tagline 'Accounting | Bookkeeping | the Vibe you need'.
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Career Development

Hearing stories of overcoming obstacles and achieving success can inspire you to aim higher and approach your career with fresh energy.

By attending, you’ll gain exclusive insights from industry leaders through presentations, panel discussions, and interactive Q&A sessions.

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Networking

The networking event of the year: Meet the industry elite and network with 800+ other delegates - including marketers, ecommerce brands, entrepreneurs and founders.

Meet Your Speakers

Sarah Brown

She’s Not Your Rehab

Caitlin Crisp

Caitlin Crisp

Designer Kathryn Wilson wearing a pink shirt, holds a white sneaker with gold accents and polka dots, and smiles at the camera against a plain white background.
Tegan Yorwarth, smiling and resting her chin on her hands, wearing a black sleeveless top, with a geometric tattoo on her left forearm and gold jewelry, in front of a window with outdoor scenery.
Kate Gatfield-Jeffries wearing a sleeveless cream-colored top with buttons, sitting against a plain neutral background.
Iyia Liu, wearing a black and white houndstooth blazer, gold chain necklace, and black pants, standing indoors with her arms crossed, next to a white door and bed.

Kate Gatfield-Jeffries

Moodi

Iyia Liu

Girls in Business / Make It Happen

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Lorna Jane, A woman with blonde hair resting her chin on her hand, wearing a checked blazer, smiling at the camera.

Ilse Wolfe

Wolfe Property

Lorna Jane

Lorna Jane

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Tegan Yorwarth

Radio Personality

Kathryn Wilson

Kathryn Wilson

Ash Habgood

Neverland Studios

Carmen Vicelich

Velocity

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Lou Walker

AkiAki

The Agenda

9:00 Doors Open & Networking

9:45am VIP to be seated

9:55am GA to be seated

10:00 Host Welcome & Introduction + Housekeeping

10:05am Networking Icebreaker Activity

10:15am Panel 1 - Business

11:00am Speaker 1

11:55am Kathryn Wilson Fashion Show

12:05pm Lunch Break

1:15pm Speaker 2

2:00pm Panel 2

3:00pm Business Awards Ceremony

3:15pm Speaker 3

3:30pm FujiFilm Speaker as Gold Sponsor

3:45pm Closing Remarks & Event Ends

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Experience the Power of Connection

At Girls in Business, our events are curated to be immersive experiences that go beyond the ordinary.

We understand that success often hinges on meaningful connections and staying informed about the latest industry insights.

That's why our events are carefully designed to provide inspiration, learning, and valuable networking opportunities.

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FAQs

  • We recommend for you to come on your own - that is the best way to meet new people!

  • This conference is black tie or formal - think power suits or a gown, we any occasion to dress up! Come in your

  • Yes, we have multiple options:

    • Showcase your business with a stall

    • Become a sponsor and receive benefits

    • Provide product(s) or services for the event

    • Placement in Goodie Bags (promotion to social media + email database)

    Email info@girlsinbusiness.org.nz for more information on how to get involved (enquire ASAP due to limited availability).

  • Yes - there is a Q&A session after each speaker & panel to answer questions from the audience, you may also liaise with speakers during the break or before and after the conference.

  • Yes, you absolutely can - men are able to attend if they wish and several have in the past!

  • While we understand the desire to accommodate all attendees, unfortunately, due to the nature of the conference and its activities, we are unable to accommodate infants or young children.

    We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

  • Each year the event sells out and we have a waitlist of people that have missed out on tickets,

    You may list your ticket on a ticket resale website like https://tixel.com/nz/ and we will direct the waitlist to purchase your ticket if you can no longer attend.

  • Yes - a light lunch is provided. At the venue there are also a variety of food options and outlets outside.

  • Seating is unreserved in each ticket class. Arrive early to secure the best seat & increase the chances of your group sitting together.

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Step into an atmosphere where empowerment, learning, and connection converge.

Past Speakers

  • Karen Walker

    Karen Walker first launched her label in 1989 but rose to prominence in 2000, when she debuted at New York Fashion Week. Having launched her label at age 18 with just NZ$100 and two T-shirts, she now presides over an international fashion, jewellery, and accessories brand.

  • Kathryn Wilson

    Kathryn Wilson has established herself as New Zealand's premier footwear designer, growing from a fledgling designer to becoming an influential business woman with a brand that is in constantly high demand.

  • Miria Flavell

    Miria Flavell founded and launched a womens only activewear brand called HINE Collection in 2018. HINE was a community & purpose driven movement that was built to inspire change. They are an Indigenous owned brand that is by women, for women. Leading the way as the most size inclusive & diverse activewear brand.

  • Annette Presley

    Annette Presley is the co-founder of Slingshot, one of New Zealand's largest internet service providers. Annette is now helping women in business by funding startups with female founders through the Lightning Lab XX program run by Creative HQ in Wellington, New Zealand.

SEE MORE

Do you need more hands on guidance to start or grow your business?

We have it covered with our Make It Happen Business & Marketing Masterclass.

You will have access to our 3-Step Success Strategy, presented by Founder of Girls In Business Iyia Liu.

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“When I first started, I was a student with a goal to sell 10 products a week to put an extra $300 in my pocket. Instead I sold $4.5million worth in 18 months.”

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