A Night of Glamour, Connection, and Recognition: WCEI National Awards Gala Dinner 2025

The 2025 WCEI National Awards Gala Dinner was a night of glamour, inspiration, and global recognition. From celebrating our extraordinary national award winners — including Busi Faulkner, Deborah Wace, Kelly Slessor, Andrea Plawutsky, and Tracy Sheen — to applauding the international honours awarded to Liz Ward and Janis McKenna by the International Alliance of Women, the evening highlighted the strength, innovation, and impact of women across our community.

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Celebrating Excellence: Reflections on the WCEI National Forum 2025

On Friday, 5 September 2025, WCEI members and guests gathered in Melbourne for the National Forum — an afternoon of connection, insight, and inspiration. With the theme Celebrating Excellence, the program featured bold conversations on growth, technology, and leadership, reminding us that “Alone we are invisible. Together we are invincible.”

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Samantha Lewis

Samantha Lewis – Principal Lawyer | Accredited Family Law Specialist | Collaborative Lawyer With over 15 years of experience, Samantha Lewis is a trusted name in family law known for…

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Lara van Raay

Lara van Raay, Chief Story Catcher – Small World Documentaries, BA Communications Lara is a multi-skilled content creator who can produce, direct, shoot and edit. She has been involved in…

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Dr Grace Ng

Dr Grace Ng, Gyrilla Investments Group, CEO, Board Member, Angel Loop (NFP) Grace Ng is a doctor-turned-strategist who helps healthcare and service-based businesses scale using AI, automation, and smart business…

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Susie Taaffe

Susie Taaffe, Skanties Anti-Shapewear – Founder & CEO, Optus Small Business Council, BEng (Chem) MAppFin Susie Taaffe is a multi-time founder and the creator of Skanties — a body-positive underwear…

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Antoinette Aquilina

Antoinette Aquilina has dedicated her life to protecting children, supporting families, and addressing some of society’s most urgent challenges.

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