WCEI Australia May 2025 Networking Recap: Clarity, Connection & Career Reframes
On Tuesday 21 May 2025, members from across WCEI Australia gathered virtually for a dynamic online networking event that sparked genuine insight, professional clarity, and meaningful connections. With breakout rooms, open sharing, and peer-driven coaching, the session reflected WCEI’s commitment to empowering women entrepreneurs and executives with support, strategy, and solidarity.
💡 A Space for Lightbulb Moments
Facilitated by the WCEI network and expertly hosted in small groups by experienced members like Wendy, the breakout rooms created a safe space for honest conversations. A standout moment came from Miriam Coleman, WCEI Tasmania State Division President who shared her breakthrough in articulating her next professional chapter.
“I’ve been searching for the words to describe where I want to refocus my business,” she said. “And when I heard the term portfolio career, it landed immediately. That’s it.”
From board roles to consulting, speaking, and non-linear paths, the idea of a portfolio career resonated deeply with participants navigating multifaceted professional identities. It was a reminder of the power of the right language to unlock clarity and momentum.
🧭 Peer Wisdom and Mutual Mentorship
Each breakout room was a rich source of knowledge and perspective, driven not by formal presentations but by generous sharing and real-time reflection. In one group, Andrea Plawutsky encouraged others to “listen to your whispers” – those intuitive nudges pointing to your next step. Another key theme was giving yourself permission to evolve, whether that means embracing the grey area between disciplines or stepping into leadership roles you once thought were out of reach.
Attendees also explored:
- How to position themselves for board opportunities
- The value of “saying yes to stretch opportunities”
- Creating work-life integration on your own terms
- Supporting one another through honest, supportive challenge
As one participant noted, “We don’t just talk business here – we build each other up.”
🔄 Connection that Continues
The energy of the session affirmed how powerful it is when ambitious women gather to listen, reflect, and lift each other. Whether you were mid-career, in transition, or scaling a business, the conversations offered tactical ideas and emotional encouragement alike.
Many walked away with a renewed sense of direction and a reminder: you don’t have to do this alone. WCEI’s strength lies in its community, and in opportunities like this where vulnerability meets strategy.
📅 Next Group Coaching Call – Wednesday 20 August 2025
Ready to dive deeper into your next chapter with the support of like-minded peers?
Join us for our next WCEI Group Coaching Call on
🗓 Wednesday 20 August 2025
⏰ 5.30pm – 7pm
📍 Online via Zoom
This call offers another chance to workshop challenges, share wins, and gain tailored input from fellow high-performing women navigating similar paths.
🔗 Register now – click here
Secure your spot and let’s keep the momentum going.