International Women’s Day: Women in Tech and Startups

Thursday, March 14, 2019

Published on 22.02.2019 by Australia-United Kingdom Chamber of Commerce

As technology continues to evolve, there is a greater call to action towards higher female representation in a sector which has become integral to our everyday lives. With leading women often the exception in tech and innovation, those at the top of the industry play a crucial role in highlighting the disparity and driving change.

International Women’s Day: Women in Tech and Startups

Join us on Thursday 14th March as we hear from our inspirational speakers in the tech and startup industry on the importance of female driven Startups and supporting greater diversity in the technology sector.

Speakers include:
• Dr Susan Graham, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder, BioCarbon Engineering
• Leanne Kemp, Chief Executive Officer and Founder, Everledger
• Hanna Johnson, Chief Operating Officer, PUBLIC

More speakers to be announced!

Aus-UK Chamber Members – Free
Guests & Non-Members – £20

Purchase your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/international-womens-day-women-in-tech-and-startups-tickets-55901564083?aff=ABIE

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International Women’s Day: Women in Tech and Startups

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Business After 6

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International Women’s Day: Women in Tech and Startups

Shipping the Economy | eCommerce and Freight

Innovation Talks | FinTechs in Open Banking