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Inspiring Women, Global Impact: WCEI at the 80th FCEM World Congress – Athens 2025
10 WCEI members were honoured to participate in the 72nd FCEM World Congress held in Athens …
Read MoreA 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.
Read MoreCelebrating 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.”
Read MoreFostering Global Connections: WCEI Partners with ASEAN-Australia Centre in Tasmania
Women Chiefs of Enterprises International (WCEI) recently hosted a special breakfast event in Hobart in collaboration with the ASEAN-Australia Centre, bringing together influential business leaders, policy makers, and trailblazing women entrepreneurs for a powerful morning of Conversation and Connection.
Read MoreWCEI Australia 40th Anniversary Celebration
On Wednesday, 28th May 2025, we gathered to honour 40 incredible years of WCEI in Australia and 80 years of our global sisterhood, FCEM. What an unforgettable evening – full of warmth, wisdom and deep connection 💫
From past to present, we were inspired by a powerful panel of WCEI National Presidents – Margot de Groot, Catherine Baudet, Andrea Plawutsky and Liz Ward – as they shared insights into the evolution of women’s leadership and the enduring strength of connection across decades.
Read MoreWCEI 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,…
Read MoreInternational Women’s Day 2025
Accelerate Action – Women Chiefs of Enterprises’ Roadmap to Real Change As we celebrate International Women’s Day 2025, the theme ‘Accelerate Action’ is not just a call to reflect –…
Read MoreWomen Chiefs of Enterprises International – Queensland Division 2024 Highlights
Explore the 2024 highlights of Women Chiefs of Enterprises International (WCEI), featuring the FCEM World President and Members Dinner, the inaugural WCEI National Awards, and scholarships supporting migrant and refugee women entrepreneurs. This year showcases the impactful work of WCEI in empowering women leaders and fostering global connections.
Read MoreConnecting the Dots – Women Leading Globally at the 71st FCEM World Congress Opening
The 71st FCEM World Congress commenced in Sydney with an unforgettable evening of connection, inspiration, and celebration. Hosted by Her Excellency the Honourable Margaret Beazley AC KC, Governor of New…
Read MoreCelebrating Women Entrepreneurs – Insights from WCEI 2024 Awardees
On Women’s Entrepreneurship Day, 19th November, we honour the resilience, creativity and determination of women driving change in the business world. Women entrepreneurs are shaping industries, creating opportunities and inspiring…
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