Heather Croall AM, CEO and Artistic Director of the Adelaide Fringe, shares her journey from documentary filmmaker to leading one of the world’s largest open access arts festivals. ?? Heather talks passionately about the power of inclusivity in the arts, and how Adelaide Fringe has become a platform where every artist, no matter their background, has the chance to tell their story. She highlights the Festival’s mission to create a space where everyone belongs, allowing both emerging talent and established performers to thrive. ??️ Heather also reflects on the challenges of running a ..read more

Rebecca Wessels, proud Peramangk & Ngarrindjeri woman and Founder of Ochre Dawn, shares her journey from 'Chief Everything Officer' to leading with a focus on authentic engagement and meaningful commitments to cultural sensitivity. ?? She emphasizes the critical role of Reconciliation Action Plans (RAPs) in fostering genuine relationships and accountability, explaining how RAPs help organizations commit to actions that promote Reconciliation. ??️ Rebecca also highlights Ochre Dawn’s mission to bring First Nations culture to life in workplaces, school ..read more

We have Donny Walford, Founder of behind closed doors, speaking to Michelle Bowes, journalist, mother, author, entrepreneur and speaker on her career journey and what inspired her to write Money Queens! To find out more about behind closed doors, check out our website . Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook. To find out more about her book Money Queens or to book Michelle Bowes for a workshop/speaking engagement, check out www.moneyqueens.com.au ..read more

Alex is an authentic and transformational leader with a passion for people, innovation and collaboration. She is a proven creative leader with innovation in technical approaches and METS programs with global reach and big picture thinking. Alex has had a rich diverse technical and leadership background across the globe, from sustainability and ESG management, to head of Government mining regulation, earth sciences and innovation. Alex was the first woman to be awarded the Australian New Zealand Environmental Practitioner of the Year. Alex is Head Judge for the 2023 Australian Innovation Compet ..read more

Dr Jana Matthews has had a successful career, from completing a Doctorate in Management and Planning at Harvard University, to CEO of her own company, The Jana Matthews Group, and now achieving great success in her current roles as ANZ Chair in Business Growth, Professor, and Director at UniSA’s Australian Centre for Business Growth.  In this episode, she talks about how she has supported CEOs, MDs, and Executives of small and medium companies identify and address issues that are inhibiting their own business growth ..read more

Samantha is no stranger to overcoming adversity. A late diagnosis of congenital hip dysplasia led to multiple corrective surgeries as a child. After starting school in a wheelchair, she finished school at age 16, completed medical and surgical training, and became the first female Urological Surgeon in South Australia.  With a vision to deliver specialised incontinence treatments to the women of South Australia, she became the first urologist in Australia to exclusively specialise in female and functional urology, establishing Continence Matters in 2002, subsequently building her sin ..read more

Pollyanna is one of Australia’s leading professionals in creating high-performance cultures that transform results. For the past 20 years she has supported clients across Govt, Blue chip Corporate, NFPs and Mid-tier professional services organisations. She achieves this by helping her clients to develop consistent high-performing teams, elevating leadership capability, lifting employee engagement and maturing the potential of all. Among her accomplishments are building a multi-million-pound business from the ground up, author of the book Women & Success, she was a regular contributor to Au ..read more

We are thrilled to announce that Episode 4 of Season 3 of our Women On The Move podcast is out now! In this episode, we're joined by Project Management expert, Estelle O'Callaghan, who shares her knowledge and insights in leading projects and managing teams. behind closed doors' Founder and Managing Director, Donny Walford, has a vibrant conversation with Estelle about her careers in music and singing, public administration, and coach consulting, and seeks insight from Estelle on leadership and project management in the social purpose sector. Estelle also shares how her boo ..read more

In Episode 3 of Season 3 of Women On The Move, we are joined by award winning lawyer and Board Director, Joanna Andrew, who sheds light on the topic: Achieving Success and Juggling It All. behind closed doors' Founder and Managing Director, Donny Walford, speaks with Joanna about how she climbed the corporate ladder so quickly, having started at South Australian legal firm Mellor Olsson at 23 years old before being promoted to Partner at 28, and then Capital Partner at 33! Continue listening to discover how Joanna manages multiple work priorities in conjunction with raising a family and b ..read more

In Episode 2 of Season 3 of Women On The Move, we unpack the topic of Quietly Powerful Leadership with award winning author, speaker, coach and leadership consultant, Megumi Miki. behind closed doors' Founder and Managing Director, Donny Walford, speaks with Megumi about perceptions and misconceptions of strong leadership, the unique contributions that quieter professionals can make, and why spotting and developing quietly powerful leaders in your teams could be the best thing you ever do. Megumi is an author, speaker, coach and consultant in leadership, culture, diversity, and inclusion ..read more