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ACT Industry Breakfast 2024

Written by Esther Micah | Sep 10, 2024 1:54:02 AM

 

The 2024 ACT Industry Breakfast theme is "Women, Water, and Leadership." Join us for an insightful discussion featuring a panel of three trailblazing women from the ACT Water Industry

The breakfast will feature a panel of engaging, dynamic, diverse and thought-provoking women leaders, driving change and impacting the water and infrastructure sectors. The panel of senior women leaders will reflect on their careers, share insights, and discuss opportunities for inspiring inclusion at an individual and organisational level. Meet the real leaders behind the title as they delve into their leadership experiences and explore ways to cultivate a more equitable and thriving Australia together through enriching conversations and connections with senior females of the industry.

Let's come together to ensure women and girls have the tools to thrive, lead, and make an impact in the water sector. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of the discussion and inspire positive change!

 

Speakers 

Panel Facilitator Nic Morgan, ACT  Branch President

Panel Members


Gillian Geraghty, ACT Chief Engineer and Director-General of Major Projects Canberra 

Gillian is the Director-General and ACT Chief Engineer of Major Projects Canberra. The position leads the procurement and delivery of the Territory’s infrastructure program.

Gillian has dedicated almost 30 years to the building and infrastructure industry and has a Bachelor of Engineering (Civil), First Class Honours from the University of Sydney. She has a strong track record of leadership on major and complex infrastructure projects across multiple sectors and geographies and is passionate about enabling people to be their best as a solid foundation for high-performing teams.

Prior to her current role, Gillian held senior executive roles in the NSW Public Service, where she led planning, development, and delivery teams for a number of landmark projects for NSW Health and Transport for NSW.

 


Joy Yau, Chief Financial Officer, Icon Water


Joy Yau is responsible for the overall financial management, economic regulation, asset management strategy, data governance, and business strategy of Icon Water, including oversight of its investment in ActewAGL. Ms Yau joined Icon Water in 2014 and has over 20 years of professional experience, including extensive commercial and strategic financial management roles across the utility, retail and hospitality sectors in Australia and the United Kingdom.  

Ms Yau holds a Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Accounting and Management Control, is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, is a member of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, and Graduated from the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

 




Lindsey Brown, 
Australian Market Leader - Water, GHD


Lindsey Brown is a well-known water sector leader and influencer. With a background in public policy and a Master's in water regulation, she has contributed to the direction and development of water strategy and policy across Australia since moving here from Canada in 2008. She has worked in public and private sectors across three continents, owned and operated her own business, and is now the shepherd of the largest team of water engineers in Australia as Australian Market Leader—Water at GHD.  

Lindsey is an in-demand speaker and commentator on a range of industry issues, from diversity and inclusion to innovation and change, and can be found appearing in both industry publications and mainstream media. She is a past AWA branch President, founding committee member of WaterAble, and a WaterAid Ambassador.   

Event Details

Date

Tuesday 19 November, 2024
Time Arrival from 7:45am for a 8:00am start - 9:30am
Venue

Juliet Event Space, within the Verity Lane Market

Address

50 Northbourne Avenue, Canberra, ACT

 
 Corporate Tables
 
To secure a full table, all tickets must be purchased individually so that we can collect each individual's relevant contact details. Tables will consist of eight (8) persons. If you wish to purchase a full table, you must purchase eight (8) individual tickets - select the "or add multiple" option displayed under a ticket type and input the quantity required.
 
Not a member? To find out more about AWA's membership benefits, please contact membership@awa.asn.au. 
 
Registration Type Registration Fee
Member $95
Non-Member $115
Concession Member (students, retired members, YWP under 25) $60

If you require more information, please contact:

Verina Galdas, Events Manager | P: 02 9436 0055 | E: vgaldas@awa.asn.au
Peter Fry, Member Engagement Manager | Ph: 02 9467 8419 | pfry@awa.asn.au
Troy Waite, Partnerships and Sponsorships Manager | P: 02 9467 8426 | E: twaite@awa.asn.au to secure one of these opportunities.