Inaugural Women's Forum · Pre-Conference Day

Women's Forum: Leading Through Change

Join women, allies and members of the SAP community for an afternoon of leadership insights, meaningful connections and practical learning designed to help you thrive in a changing world.

  • 📅 Tuesday, November 17
  • 🕐 1:00 PM–4:30 PM
  • 📍 ICC Sydney
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Why attend

Connection. Confidence. Community.

Technology, leadership and careers are evolving faster than ever. The Women's Forum brings together leaders, peers and emerging talent to share experiences, learn from one another and build meaningful connections that last beyond the event.

Lead Through Change

Explore how AI, evolving workforce expectations and inclusive leadership are reshaping the future of work.

Learn from Leaders

Hear real experiences and practical advice from women navigating change, growth and leadership within technology organisations.

Build Confidence

Participate in an interactive workshop designed to strengthen communication, influence and professional presence.

Expand Your Network

Connect with peers, speakers, Women in SAP Scholars and Woman of Impact finalists.

Forum at a glance

One afternoon, four ways to grow

01

AI, Inclusion & Future of Work

Technology is transforming how organisations operate. Learn how leaders are creating innovative and inclusive environments where people thrive.

02

Mentors, Coaches & Champions

Discover the relationships and support systems that help professionals overcome challenges and accelerate growth.

03

Speak with Confidence

A highly interactive workshop with Sally Prosser focused on communication, influence and authentic leadership.

04

Networking Reception

Build new relationships and continue conversations over drinks with fellow attendees and speakers.

Featured workshop

Speak with Confidence

Your voice is more than how you sound. It's how your expertise, leadership and ideas are experienced by others.

In this immersive 90-minute workshop, participants will:

  • Communicate with greater confidence
  • Increase professional presence
  • Handle interruptions effectively
  • Contribute assertively in meetings
  • Navigate difficult conversations
  • Strengthen self-trust
  • Build influence and credibility
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Sally Prosser

Workshop leader

Sally Prosser

Communications Advisor

2:30 PM · 90 minutes

Event agenda

Tuesday 17 November · ICC Sydney

  1. 1:00 PM

    Open & Welcome

    Annette Slunjski and Sally Prosser

  2. 1:30 PM

    Leading Through Change: AI, Inclusion and the Future of Work

    Jamie Grande, Rachel Hunter and guest panelists

  3. 2:00 PM

    The Power of Mentors, Coaches and Champions

    Aman Kaur-Shaik, Cathy McGurk and guest panelists

  4. 2:30 PM

    Speak with Confidence Workshop

    Sally Prosser

  5. 3:55 PM

    Closing Remarks

    Annette Slunjski

  6. 4:00 PM

    Networking Drinks Reception

See the full sessions on the agenda: Leading Through Change · Speak with Confidence

Who you'll meet

Forum speakers

Annette Slunjski

Annette Slunjski

CEO, Mastering SAP

Sally Prosser

Sally Prosser

Communications Advisor

Jamie Grande

Jamie Grande

Head of Enterprise Applications and Architecture, Lion

Rachel Hunter

Rachel Hunter

Head of AI - Customer Advisory, SAP

Aman Kaur-Shaik

Aman Kaur-Shaik

HR Director, Nutrien

Cathy McGurk

Cathy McGurk

Head of Solution Advisory - AI, Data & Platform (ANZ), SAP

Key themes

What we'll explore

Leading Through Change

Navigating uncertainty, transformation and emerging technology.

Future of Work

How AI and new ways of working are changing leadership.

Mentorship

Building support systems that accelerate success.

Reserve your place at the Women's Forum

Tuesday, November 17 · 1:00 PM–4:30 PM · ICC Sydney

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