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MEET OUR MEMBERS
Laurie McDonald
Managing Director Canberra Furnished Accommodation | MEMBER SINCE Mar 2012About me
I'm married to the best man on the planet, have 2 gorgeous little boys, a puppy called Max, a Parrott called Pete and 3 goldfish. I've driven a semi-trailer, danced with a prince, started a business from scratch, carried 60 or so couches, renovated 15 properties and been awarded business woman of the year.
Helen Lambert Ardley
EA/Project Lead Hewlett Packard Pty Ltd | MEMBER SINCE Nov 2012About me
I have my own health & wellness company which I'm very passionate about. I'm also very passionate about female programs in the corporate workplace. I'm at a point in my life where I know there's so much to learn from others so I really appreciate all interactions, particularly those with other women that have succeeded in life against all odds.
Mary-Ellen Catchpole
Director MEC Consulting | MEMBER SINCE Oct 2012About me
I started MEC Consulting on 1 January 2012 because I love doing what I do and wanted to work with great clients in my own way. It’s all about relationships with me – how can you offer a great solution if you don’t get to know an organisation and its people. Whilst this might be a bit fluffy for some, it’s how I work. Great relationships = great work! ...
Julie Hogben
| MEMBER SINCE Sep 2012About me
Grew up in Western Australia started work at 16 in the travel industry. Have not looked back Travel is a great industry that is so exciting and the next client brings something new every day. I love to help my clients create their own amazing travel memories.
Leanne Zeid
Director Event Assist | MEMBER SINCE Jun 2011About me
Recently started my own business Event Assist which provides highly skilled sales and event staff required on a temporary or project basis by corporate organisations, not-for-profit organisations and event management companies.
Julie Baker
Project Director Westpac | MEMBER SINCE May 2011About me
• Experience in managing across cultural and language barriers throughout the Asia Pacific region • Customer focused – able to effectively communicate & negotiate with internal and external customers in order to identify and deliver customer requirements • Results driven – significant experience in successfully delivering major projects particularly â€...
Lyn Murnane
Knowledge Manager IDP Australia | MEMBER SINCE Apr 2012About me
Play golf when I can and looking forward to a sort of tree change when I move to Bacchus Marsh and become a Vline commuter later this year
Anne-Marie Mooney
Group General Manager Commercial Ridley Corporation | MEMBER SINCE May 2013About me
My focus is on transformation strategies, building agile cultures, supporting execs through implementation. I love coaching people to realise their dreams and conquer challenges they face. Most importantly I am mum to 2 gorgeous little girls, commonly known as my divas, that I absolutely adore.
Karen James
General Manager, Women in Focus Commonwealth Bank | MEMBER SINCE Jan 2011Jodi Arthur
Business Manager My Guitar School | MEMBER SINCE Sep 2011About me
Inner West Business Award Winners in 2012 & 2010 our proven method of teaching will have most beginner students playing within 10 weeks. With over 400 students Sydney wide (and growing) we are Sydney's specialists in group guitar lessons.
Meg Price
Director HR Inside | MEMBER SINCE Apr 2013About me
n November 2012 we were very excited to launch an iphone and ipad app created by my daughter Sara at the age of 11. Positive Penguins is a fun educational ipad/iphone app developed for children to help them understand the range of emotions they feel and help them challenge their negative thinking.
Amanda Webb
Director One Degree HR | MEMBER SINCE Oct 2011About me
I'm an avid Aussie rules fan (Sydney Swans) who loves travel and an occasional glass of good South Australian red!
Beata Steiner
owner/ manager Absolutely Corporate | MEMBER SINCE Apr 2012About me
and I bought Absolutely Corporate, a company specialising in mobile corporate massage. Now I am managing a great team of trained massage therapists and working with corporate companies. I arrived in Australia 26 years ago coming from Czechoslovakia. Since then I have come to absolutely adore the people and environment of Sydney. I have a wonderful daughter who i...
Therese Oneill
Founder Alphabroker Consulting Mentoring Coaching | MEMBER SINCE Oct 2012About me
Professional Presenter & Facilitator. Business Consultant. Specialist Developer of New Talent. Lived all over Australia. Work between Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. Banking, finance and accounting background. MBA, Diploma of Finance, Cert IV TAA Authentic, Happy, Balanced!
Ingrid Perri
Owner The Happiness Coach/Success & Fulfillment Coaching | MEMBER SINCE Aug 2012About me
I have been a Naturopath for 20+ years and am also qualified in many other natural therapies. With a background in Psychiatric Nursing, my specialty is emotional issues and mindset. I run a successful Quit Smoking program and help women change their lives by releasing limiting beliefs and negative emotions, permanently.
Marie-Camille Hogg
Senior Event Project Manager AV 24/7 | MEMBER SINCE Jan 2013About me
My amazing company www.av24-7.com; also check out my personal website for some colourful photos, and a handful of event case studies. www.mariecamillehogg.com.
Jessica Moses
Internships Coordinator The University of Adelaide | MEMBER SINCE Aug 2011About me
My employment background is Human Resources and I really enjoyworking with people.
Sue-Ellen Gray
eCommunications Officer Deakin University | MEMBER SINCE Jan 2013About me
I am always looking for a new adventure, and am excited to be accepted as part of The Business Chicks Immersion and Leadership Program with The Hunger Project Australia, travelling to Uganda in November 2013!
Kate Muller
Director Financemark Recruitment | MEMBER SINCE Aug 2011About me
I am the mother to my 13yr old son and two step children and a surrogate mother to a large immediate family. I have a very busy life running a business & house but unfortunately that leaves very little time for my friends.
Helen Nicotera
Human Resources Manager Volvo Group Australia Pty Ltd | MEMBER SINCE Apr 2011About me
It has given me the opportunity to gain experience in all the HR streams. Building an engaged company culture and developing individuals is a very rewarding aspect for me.
UPCOMING EVENTS
SYDNEY BUSINESS CHICKS BREAKFAST WITH ALISA CAMPLIN
FRI 21 JUN 2013, REGISTRATION FROM 6.50AM FOR A 7.15AM START. ENDS AT 9AM.Where: Grand Ballroom, The Westin Sydney, No. 1 Martin Place, Sydney
Price: Premium members - $99.00 Subscribers - $115.00 Table of 10 - $990.00
- SYDNEY BUSINESS WORKSHOP WITH DR JOHN GRAY
MON 24 JUN 2013, REGISTRATION - 2:30PM, EVENT - 3:00PM - 5.00PM - SYDNEY RELATIONSHIP WORKSHOP WITH DR JOHN GRAY
MON 24 JUN 2013, REGISTRATION - 6:30PM, EVENT - 7:00PM - 9:00PM
BRISBANE BUSINESS WORKSHOP WITH DR JOHN GRAY
TUE 25 JUN 2013, REGISTRATION - 2:30PM, EVENT - 3:00PM - 5.00PMWhere: Plaza Terrace Room, Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, Merivale Street, South Brisbane
Price: Premium members - $149.00 Subscribers - $149.00
- BRISBANE RELATIONSHIP WORKSHOP WITH DR JOHN GRAY
TUE 25 JUN 2013, REGISTRATION - 6:30PM, EVENT - 7:00PM - 9:00PM - BRISBANE BUSINESS CHICKS LUNCH WITH CANDACE BUSHNELL
TUE 23 JUL 2013, 12.30PM - 2.30PM
MELBOURNE BUSINESS WORKSHOP WITH DR JOHN GRAY
WED 26 JUN 2013, REGISTRATION - 2:30PM, EVENT - 3:00PM - 5.00PMWhere: Plenary 3 room, Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre, 2 Clarendon Street, Melbourne
Price: Premium members - $149.00 Subscribers - $149.00
- MELBOURNE RELATIONSHIP WORKSHOP WITH DR JOHN GRAY
WED 26 JUN 2013, REGISTRATION - 6:30PM, EVENT - 7:00PM - 9:00PM - MELBOURNE BUSINESS CHICKS LUNCH WITH CANDACE BUSHNELL
WED 24 JUL 2013, 12.30PM - 2.30PM
ADELAIDE BUSINESS WORKSHOP WITH DR JOHN GRAY
THU 27 JUN 2013, REGISTRATION - 2:30PM, EVENT - 3:00PM - 5.00PMWhere: Hall E, Adelaide Convention Centre, North Terrace, Adelaide
Price: Premium members - $149.00 Subscribers - $149.00
- ADELAIDE RELATIONSHIP WORKSHOP WITH DR JOHN GRAY
THU 27 JUN 2013, REGISTRATION - 6:30PM, EVENT - 7:00PM - 9:00PM - ADELAIDE BUSINESS CHICKS LUNCH WITH CANDACE BUSHNELL
FRI 19 JUL 2013, 12.30PM - 2.30PM
PERTH BUSINESS CHICKS BREAKFAST WITH SIR BOB GELDOF
WED 29 MAY 2013, REGISTRATION FROM 6.50AM FOR A 7.15AM START. ENDS AT 9AM.Where: Grand Ballroom, Hyatt Perth, 99 Adelaide Terrace, Perth
Price: Premium members - $149.00 Subscribers - $169.00 Table of 10 - $1490.00
- PERTH BUSINESS WORKSHOP WITH DR JOHN GRAY
FRI 28 JUN 2013, REGISTRATION - 2:30PM, EVENT - 3:00PM - 5.00PM - PERTH RELATIONSHIP WORKSHOP WITH DR JOHN GRAY
FRI 28 JUN 2013, REGISTRATION - 6:30PM, EVENT - 7:00PM - 9:00PM









