NZ Global Women

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Global Women is a collaboration of New Zealand’s most influential women leaders promoting inclusion and diversity for improved societal and economic growth. Established in 2009, Global Women is working to transform the leadership landscape of women in New Zealand, and to champion diversity and its positive impact on business performance.

Have you got your ticket yet? Don't miss out on our next insightful kōrero being held in Queenstown on 10 August, on Tra...
03/08/2026

Have you got your ticket yet? Don't miss out on our next insightful kōrero being held in Queenstown on 10 August, on Transitional Leadership, with our panelists exploring the journeys of transitioning from urban leadership roles into the unique context of the Queenstown Lakes District.

Exclusive to Global Women and Power Circle members.

Click the link below to register, limited tickets available!
https://ap1.hubs.ly/H01b3ZM0

Yesterday’s team day was a valuable opportunity for the wāhine of Global Women to connect and learn about one another, r...
31/07/2026

Yesterday’s team day was a valuable opportunity for the wāhine of Global Women to connect and learn about one another, reflect on the mahi we are doing, and collaborate in breakout sessions as we shaped our priorities for the next six months and beyond into 2027.

The day reinforced our continued commitment to advancing women in leadership and driving measurable diversity and inclusion outcomes through Champions for Change. It also strengthened our focus on building capability and creating meaningful mentoring, networking, and leadership development opportunities for our Power Circle community.

Congratulations to Global Women member Anita Hawthorne for being appointed CEO of Orbit World Travel (NZ), the first CEO...
27/07/2026

Congratulations to Global Women member Anita Hawthorne for being appointed CEO of Orbit World Travel (NZ), the first CEO in Orbit World Travel’s 30-year history!

Anita brings close to three decades of experience across travel and customer-focused organisations, including senior leadership roles at Air New Zealand, Southern Cross Travel Insurance and Oceania Healthcare. She will be officially starting with Orbit on 3rd August.

Ka mau te wehi Anita, this is an exciting opportunity and we wish you all the best 👏.

Congratulations to Global Women member Polly Pope as being listed a 'preeminent' (the highest ranking) barrister in Doyl...
23/07/2026

Congratulations to Global Women member Polly Pope as being listed a 'preeminent' (the highest ranking) barrister in Doyle's Guide 2026 for Leading Commercial Litigation and Dispute Resolution Junior Counsel in New Zealand. 10 members were listed from Bankside Chambers, with Polly one of two wāhine.

Doyle's Guide rankings feature leading lawyers, law firms, and barristers across the Asia-Pacific, the United Kingdom and the United Arab Emirates.

Ka mau te wehi Polly, what an outstanding achievement!

Congratulations to Global Women member Karen Vercoe on her appointment as a Board member at Barnardos Aotearoa.Karen is ...
23/07/2026

Congratulations to Global Women member Karen Vercoe on her appointment as a Board member at Barnardos Aotearoa.

Karen is an accomplished governor, former Black Fern and Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit. She is the Founder and Director of KTV Consulting, and is widely recognised for her strategic leadership and commitment to achieving enduring outcomes for Māori.

Ka mau te wehi Karen👏

'Call for more pay gap reporting'.We are incrediblly proud to see today's pay gap reporting article front page in The Po...
21/07/2026

'Call for more pay gap reporting'.

We are incrediblly proud to see today's pay gap reporting article front page in The Post today, and even prouder to keep pushing for change. This piece speaks to something bigger than a headline: the importance of keeping gender equity and leadership firmly on the national agenda.

A huge thanks to Antonia Watson, CEO of ANZ, Traci Houpapa, Professional director and trusted advisor to Maori, Government and Industry, and David McLean, Chair of Kiwi Group Capital, for backing our voice and helping bring this conversation into spotlight. We’re proud to see this published for many New Zealanders to read.

Online article here: https://ap1.hubs.ly/H016NR40

Today our Women CEO Katie Bhreatnach and Chair Dame Theresa Gattung DNZM took out a full page open letter in The Post, ...
21/07/2026

Today our Women CEO Katie Bhreatnach and Chair Dame Theresa Gattung DNZM took out a full page open letter in The Post, underscoring that greater transparency would support fairer workplaces, stronger businesses and a more productive economy.

The move would bring New Zealand in line with countries including Australia and the United Kingdom. It would also reflect a wider global shift towards stronger pay transparency, including new European Union mandates requiring larger employers to report pay gaps and address significant, unexplained disparities.

Global Women Chair Theresa Gattung DNZM stated "Making reporting standard for large employers would create a consistent expectation and ensure more organisations have the information needed to measure, manage and close their gaps.”

Our CEO Katie Bhreatnach shared “Like all things in business, what gets measured gets managed. Reporting gives organisations the transparency and accountability needed to identify inequities, understand what is driving them and take measurable action.”

The message is simple. What gets measured gets managed. Let's make fairer workplaces and a stronger economy for Aotearoa.

Read the full media link in today's The Post here: https://ap1.hubs.ly/H016NBq0

Join us next month in stunning Queenstown for an insightful kōrero on Transitional Leadership. The evening will bring to...
16/07/2026

Join us next month in stunning Queenstown for an insightful kōrero on Transitional Leadership. The evening will bring together inspiring wāhine leaders to explore journeys of transitioning from urban leadership roles into the unique context of the Queenstown Lakes District.

Christine Sharp, CEO of Aspen New Zealand, Olivia Egerton, former CEO of Te Atamira, and Mia Feasey, CEO of Siren Design Group, share personal insights, challenges, and lessons learned along the way. Facilitated by Katie Bhreatnach, CEO of Global Women.

Exclusive to and free for Global Women and Power Circle members.

Tickets are limited, register here: https://ap1.hubs.ly/H015-CL0

Please join us in congratulating the successful applicants to our 2026 Breakthrough Leaders cohort, and in doing so ackn...
14/07/2026

Please join us in congratulating the successful applicants to our 2026 Breakthrough Leaders cohort, and in doing so acknowledge the champions who have backed them and those that will walk alongside them on the journey ahead.

Nau mai, piki mai - welcome to this year’s cohort of senior wāhine leaders: a group ready to broaden horizons, shift dials, and grow their impact and influence.

We are excited for what they’ll build together - the relationships and shared learning that extend each leader’s reach well beyond her own organisation, and the alumni community they will step into.

Congratulations to Global Women member Monique Forbes on her appointment as an Independent Director on the GetHomeSafe B...
14/07/2026

Congratulations to Global Women member Monique Forbes on her appointment as an Independent Director on the GetHomeSafe Board.

Monique brings more than 25 years of leadership experience across New Zealand and Australia, with expertise spanning customer strategy, digital transformation, brand, marketing, and commercial growth. Her appointment reflects a strong track record of driving impact and helping organisations navigate growth and change.

We are delighted to celebrate Monique’s appointment and look forward to the valuable contribution she will make in this new governance role.

Ka mau te wehi, 👏

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