We asked our readers and the business community to nominate women who have inspired, challenged and supported them in their careers. Why? Because we believe that increasing the visibility of women and acknowledging the distinct leadership and learning styles they bring will not only produce better business outcomes - it'll lead to us solving some of the biggest issues of our time. Browse the full list below, and while you're here, check out our list of the Top Australian Female Entrepreneurs. You can also read more about why we've built this showcase here.
Her relentless determination to keep growing the product management community in Australia over the last 15 years.
Aimee had created Noosa's first co-working space for women with a creche attached so they can build their empires while raising kids.
Through an indomitable spirit, courage and great self-belief she has built a business in the face of enormous pressures.
Alison has a heart of gold, speaks her truth with no apology and is a fierce advocate of women in tech startups.
Tenacious. Resilient. Ground breaking. Client centric. Fearless leader. Ambassador for Gender Pay Equity.
She is considered, intelligent and warm and every single person knows they can trust and approach her.
She is a positive role model to encourage young girls to study STEM.
Amanda created the Be A Looper mental health and peer support check-in app that saves lives in over 55 countries.
She shares ideas so that everyone can win!
Amanda is relentless in her commitment to the empowerment of women, by strategically connecting, supporting and mentoring.
Energetic, passionate, business-savvy and empathetic. Someone who supports women in all they do.
Manda is a gifted creative force and she empowers SO MANY women to build their own startups.
Her unashamed willingness to stand for minority groups, especially women in the workforce.
Insightful, highly empathetic and caring; Amanda helped me understand and accept myself like no one else.
Amber genuinely cares about her client\'s mental health and well being and works tirelessly to help them reach a full and happy life.
Amelia is creative, energetic and passionate about life. Her new ideas and attitudes have energised me in my business ventures over the years.
She's calm, professional but has a wicked sense of humour.
Her passion and in depth knowledge of game design. She was supportive to all her students.
She led by example. She was considerate of people's circumstances.
Having started with very little, she came with her family to Australia to escape a dangerous dictatorship - she has not stopped giving since.
She makes no apologies for her zero tolerance of discrimination and sexual harassment. That passion provides confidence for other women.
Andrea is driven and persistent.
Her passion and drive to improve an industry that could have such an enormous impact on our lives inspires me on a daily basis.
She gets on with things, works incredibly hard, and has kept an amazing brand and platform alive for women in Australia.
Through her open communication style she is able to support, coach and mentor women wanting to climb the corporate ladder.
She's a fabulous, intelligent, shining example of growth hacking in emerging tech.
After experiencing her own health issues, and using her nutrition and naturopathy qualifications, Anna founded a successful online cosmetics company.
Anna is super supportive of the female leadership and business community. Her passion is inspiring.
She is generous with her time and mentoring and strives for all to be the best version of themselves.
Anna has overcome a really disempowering childhood to become a leader and game changer for women in the real estate industry.
Anne leads with compassion, energy and intelligence - she understands people and how to support them to excel.
Annette is a go-getter in the Australia-China startup scene who co-founded Tekuma, a business helping people fly drones with a one-handed controller.
With Annie you feel like you are part of the story and you can make a real impact.
Leader with a heart who continuously strives to create opportunities for others in business, in education and in life.
Always willing to help, and supportive of other women who are trying to succeed.
She is changing the conversation in mental health and creating more mindful leaders.
Famous for selling replica costume props @april_staines can ÔÇ£makeÔÇØ anything - and sheÔÇÖs making more makers with her program #SheMakes
Asher works tirelessly to expose social injustice, such as the Centrelink Robodebt debacle.
Ash inspires me to push past what I think IÔÇÖm capable of and draw on all that I have to create change.
A leading employment lawyer, but with a compassionate soul who is always there for her staff and clients.
Her energy, experience and care for others lead to results that amaze me.
Bec has struggled against interminable odds to have women's talent, consumer power and burgeoning influence recognised by business and society.
ÔÇ£BCÔÇØ has an unassuming leadership style that belies her sporting achievements. She is genuinely motivated by the desire to create opportunities for others.
Belinda has driven improvement and growth for businesses across a range of industries from education to member services.
Kind, generous and incredibly supportive, she gives me confidence to take steps forward.
She inspired me to have a deep understanding about business and encouraged me to try new challenges.
She supported me through some of the hardest days of my life. Without her belief in me and her support I could not have got to where I am today.
Independent thinking, motivational, self starting, innovative, humble and kind.
With strength/wisdom beyond her age. She\'s the glue that has driven her to revenue/growth. Her social focus of feeding the hungry fuels her vision.
Brett is a visionary developer working truly collaboratively for a more vibrant Tasmania.
Clever, wise and with a high EQ, her gutsy move from media to sport many years ago still inspires me.
Bronwyn has inspired me to seek balance in my career, in leading both a successful professional and personal life.
Carla created GLOW Inner Beauty Powder and pioneered the global ingestible beauty category. Her mantra is ÔÇÿbeauty begins in the bellyÔÇÖ.
She has put so much of her passion into creating her online business. She is my absolute inspiration.
She is still an entrepreneur at a very mature age.
For decades Carol has been a great advocate to get more women in leadership in politics and business.
Carole showed me how to be a powerful woman without losing any femininity or compromising on what matters personally.
Her never-ending passion and dedication to improving leadership and empowering women to thrive.
To have confidence, live big and work towards my dreams.
She finds diamonds in the rough and crafts them into jewels.
Cat is the sharpest marketer I have encountered. All while continually learning, being hilarious and modest.
Her energy leaves everyone she meets feeling inspired and excited for the possiblities for their own futures.
She is the person you should talk to if you want to do anything startup. She has a lot of experience!
Catherine founded healthtech KinChip to help families consolidate medical data, so parents can track their children's developmental needs.
Her dedication to the betterment of others, even through her current treatment of breast cancer, is nothing short of inspiring and phenomenal.
She is a total go-getter who is changing health care around the globe.
Cath teaches legal concepts in a creative, interesting and practical way and is an advocate for working women.
Chanie moves mountains every day - bringing massive energy, unique insight and a deep empathy to everything she does.
With a young child Chantal established a firm and carved out a role at one of Victoria's largest property developers. She is a gutsy woman.
Her relentless energy and passion to include young Australians in our political system.
She's stoic, helpful and humble.
Her philosophy is women who want to follow their passion should not have to sacrifice paying themselves a wage, be isolated or rely on a significant other to succeed.
Body positivity is her mission in life.
Her support for fostering female talent, addressing gender bias and significantly improving representation of women in leadership roles.
A solo female founder, who is absolutely smashing expectations and inspiring me to do the same!
Intellectually curious, vulnerable, optimistic and pragmatic. Her motto: Talk less, inspire more.
She is a generous and committed mentor who spends time giving mentees constructive guidance and gives us confidence to think outside the box and back ourselves.
She's the greatest co-founder I could have wished for.
I have learnt from Clare that a truly effective leader does it with a balance of bravery, compassion and a desire to learn.
She makes you tougher and stronger by believing in your ability to clear the high bars she's set for you.
She puts so much time and energy into helping others achieve their goals.
Dai has achieved success through her integrity, dedication and endless contribution to making a better world.
Wise beyond her years, she has terrific judgement and experience as a self starter. She is inspiration to new businesses.
She inspires me to never give up on what really matters to you ÔÇô your own story can be your biggest strength!
Danielle makes you feel safe and supported. I wouldn't be experiencing the growth in my business without the sisterhood she created!
She has taught me that although you can't have it all at the same time, you can indeed have it all.
Dayle Stevens is a beacon, a guiding light for women in technology and has created a path into technology leadership for women to follow.
She had a goal, self belief and grew her network to obtain four board directorships. She is now sharing with other women how to achieve this.
A motivating leader who takes joy in her teamÔÇÖs successes, Deb shares her wealth of knowledge and experience generously.
Div is a champion of inclusion for culturally and linguistically diverse people in Australia.
SheÔÇÖs taken her vision to amplify diverse womenÔÇÖs stories and made it happen
She created an agency that would help companies find their purpose and bring positive long lasting change to the corporate world.
Her passion for medicine, children and humankind inspires everyone to do and give more.
Catriona is a trailblazing entrepreneur and thought leader in AI and tech.
There were few role models in media 25 years ago. But there was Gael, a scientist who led and shaped science reporting and analysis on TV for more than 25 years.
She runs a vet, she has a startup, she's a non-executive director and an online personality. I don't know how she does it and always with a smile.
Kirstin has inspired me, and so many other women around the world, through her tireless campaign to make female role models visible.
Melina founded a social enterprise dedicated to supporting women pursuing diverse health and medical research careers.
She relates most exquisitely with her patients and brings the subject of death closer so it touches us in a positive way.
Her life goal is for everyone to improve their mental health and wellbeing, to be the very best they can and to reach their full potential. A much-needed salve for this troubled world.
Rungi has such wisdom and depth in her interactions with others as a professional and as a friend.
She is the [most] selfless and giving person I have ever known. She continually goes above and beyond when it is not necessary.
Edwina really makes you want do good! She is an entrepreneur, has a brilliant mind and engages in projects that have a true social impact.
Elaine is an amazing. successful and compassionate woman who transforms business under her stewardship.
She took a great leap from a high paying job to run a successful business, raise the profile of tourism and contribute to the economy.
Eleanore is the woman I aspire to be when I get to her age. She is a mature woman with such a vibrant spirit.
She's using her expertise and experience working at Google to run a tech company in a tech-disadvantaged area.
Every day she shows them how it's done with thoughtful, business-savvy solutions.
Ellen is a tireless advocate for women in leadership positions, and has encouraged me to lean in and take part in decision making.
Incredibly innovative, passionate and tenacious in a saturated industry.
By bringing awareness and helping disadvantaged communities.
She challenged herself to run her own company and used an engineering approach to problem solve and create efficient systems for her business.
Exited her first AI startup and is already giving back to Aussie tech startups via Startmate and M8 Ventures.
Authentic, supportive, solutions based, purposeful, fun.
Emma inspires people through her tenacity, strength, compassion and focus.
She shows that you don't have to be a tech head to elevate your business to a new level by leveraging technology.
Emma brings synthesised vision, original thinking, drive and a sense that the impossible can be achieved to create something we\'re proud of.
She's incredibly pro-active in helping people meet their highest potential.
Eva succeeds professionally and takes a social justice lens to her work, while supporting her two daughters to achieve their potential.
Evette is hard working, driven, curious, friendly and open. Her ability to juggle work, family life, health and well being is a credit to her.
At 21 she left a secure job to commit to what is now a company turning over a million dollars. I wish I'd had that gusto and gumption at 21.
Fay is a role model as a successful woman in business - not only for her accomplishments but for the virtues she displays as she interacts with her clients and others.
I love Felicity's enthusiasm, passion and commitment to diversity and inclusion. She's constantly creating exciting change initiatives.
Many struggle with the line between boss and friend but Felicity makes it look easy. Her advice is always useful and she gives unwavering support.
She knows what she wants and she is not afraid to go for it! She is always out and about and is a really loyal and wonderful friend.
Fiona is an incredible business leader who has always taken the time to help other women thrive and succeed.
Her upbeat, positive, open approach is leading edge, positively helpful and like no other offering in the market.
She is the modern day Wonder Woman!
She is a leader who demonstrates passion, integrity, compassion, intelligence and empathy.
Everyone that comes into contact with Fiona feels inspired and speaks highly of her beautiful love of people and her sparkling personality.
She has amazing clarity of her vision and is able to share that vision with everyone, and with ease.
Fran is the embodiment of community service and a living example of the importance of financial independence for women.
She goes above and beyond for her students and is a role model. A true entrepreneurial spirit.
Changing the way landlords engage and interact with tenants in office buildings locally and now internationally. Prop tech industry leader.
I have never known such a powerhouse of ideas, positivity and energy.
Gemma has and continues to inspire me with her incredible drive to improve workplaces and shift the dial on gender equality.
Gill Walker has inspired myself and my company to integrate better processes that have seen us thrived.
Gonul goes above and beyond to use her position of power to support and connect women in business in Victoria.
She shared her vision & passion which inspired me to grow my own skills. Life without her would be diminished and boring!
She has done so much for others and works tirelessly to help others; she is a young leader who is changing the attitudes of a male-dominated industry.
She reinvented herself and in her spare time has a business that helps parents prepare their kids for the future. Being a single mum never stops her.
Hiam inspires me every day with her unwavering passion to uplift those with disabilities, propelled by her belief in the power of people.
Honi has the ability to think strategically, creatively, listen and then act with grace and humour.
She is hard-working, positive, always thinking about others and ways to help them be better in life.
Her work with the SA Chiefs for Gender Equity group has helped her address the problem of encouraging more females to enter STEM careers.
She continues to empower women all over the world. Jacinta is a change-maker.
Jackie is moving mountains in the very exciting world that is drones.
Her Olympic Dam project has the first gender-balanced leadership team and sheÔÇÖs announced plans to have 50% females in the organisation by 2025.
Jade's thought leadership has led to consumer activism towards gender equality in Australia. A smart approach to solving a world problem.
Jade has been a huge inspiration to me but most importantly the biggest cheerleader, which I know she is to many woman starting businesses.
She has strong motivation and believes in her abilities to succeed through hard work.
She rescued me from thinking I was doomed to be ordinary and I got to be part of her movement for change.
She truly embraces a ÔÇÿwhyÔÇÖ that lifts up all those whose lives she touches.
She does what she sets out to do and makes everyone feel valued. She is passionate about innovation and creating ÔÇÿgirl bossesÔÇÖ.
Jano started her business in her teens and works doggedly to make the world look and feel better.
She stuck to her passion, her integrity and after an extremely difficult four years, she came out on top but financially ruined. A huge organisation failed to destroy a truly amazing single Australian business woman.
You can achieve anything with her right behind you, hustling so your dreams come true.
Jeanette is a passionate supporter of women in rural and regional areas. She empowers others to expand their horizons.
Jen started a values-driven PR and communications agency - dedicated to projects that matter and contribute positively to world we live in.
Jen is the Oprah of organisational change management!
She's an Honours Law graduate, Chartered Secretary, corporate executive while raising three children. I wish I had a 10th of her drive and intellect.
She has so much energy and time for anyone who needs her.
Her wealth of knowledge to design a digital future for today has empowered me to share her knowledge and create awareness in the ecosystem.
She is passionate about giving women the skills to be financially secure and self-reliant.
Through extraordinary adversity, including mental health issues, Jessica has led Enabled Employment through thick and thin.
She is not just an expert in her field, she is a mentor to many and has tirelessly supported our journey in business.
She leads a team of people who admire her and learn from her every day.
She has an infectious joy about her which, coupled with her entrepreneurial spirit, makes her an absolute dynamo!
What inspires me is JoÔÇÖs ability to connect and take time out for people, a kind word, guidance, a word in the right ear.
Disturbed by the amount of EPS used in supply chains, she located a sustainable insulated packaging product overseas.
Joany is incredibly diverse and creative. She continually applies herself in her profession, always improving whatever it is she can.
She supported my aspiration to work flexibly around my children and from home as required.
SheÔÇÖs a supreme storyteller and pitches like a boss. Her determination, vision and passion for change is what we need more of.
They live by what they preach and have taken huge risks by leaving their executive roles to set up this resource to support working women.
Jodie has supported women in law above and beyond many other female lawyers ÔÇô I think she is incredible!
Johanna epitomises the ÔÇ£go-giverÔÇØ mentality - always building opportunities and connections for others. She is a truly generous leader.
She founded Mingle Seasoning, grew the business from scratch, and recently won her way into the Chobani Food Incubator program in Australia.
She was so inspiring that she pushed me to apply to a position at the Court and thanks to her, I got my first job.
Her mission has always been to support women to feel empowered and inspired.
SheÔÇÖs driven to make a difference for women in science and technology. SheÔÇÖs collaborative and community-oriented.
Educating girls leads to a fairer, healthier and more environmentally conscious society. Julie is tackling this with a passion to succeed.
Julie pulls together all the resources required to elevate people towards their full potential.
Julie is fair, just and kind. Her tenacious ability to keep moving forward is testament to her strength.
After daughter Olivia died 10 years ago, Justine and husband John established Touched By Olivia. Last year, on Olivia's anniversary, she launched Random Act of Kindness Day, encouraging everyone to go out and do a good deed.
Not so long ago she battled with massive health issues, but she fought her way through and now follows her passions.
Karen's an inspiration to other business women and her writing is completely raw, honest and touching.
She is determined and driven yet generous and collaborative, and always up for fun.
She has so much love to give and gives it freely in everything she does.
Outspoken, fearless and empowers others to be truthful and chase their dreams.
Karina is forging a path for women in data by fearlessly co-founding DataMinds, a data science and analytics consultancy.
I am so proud to see her using her label as a platform to lift up others.
An impressive young women, who arrived from Western Europe and wanted to make a difference to women.
Kate champions the rights of small business people nationwide.
She is quiet and unassuming but deep and bright. She is at the top of her game and is a shining star for other women.
Kate has volunteered at several startup weekends and other Hackathons. She doesn't seek the spotlight but deserves recognition.
SheÔÇÖs highly empathetic and will listen to you and allow you to be heard, but encourage you to know your worth and stand up for yourself.
Incredible resilience combined with generosity and balanced leadership.
By always pushing to do better and being willing to try big ideas. Plus being a trusted sounding board and an awesome person in general.
In two years, built Brighte from scratch to $250k+ revenue - sole female founder who has built one of AustraliaÔÇÖs fastest-growing fintechs.
I have observed Kathy's evolution from an IT-focused change manager, to an authentically powerful corporate leader, while overcoming adversity.
Kathy is a role model for how to get things done as team.
Katie works tirelessly to support our clients when they are in trouble and has the uncanny ability to turn the most gruff customers into evangelists with a single phone call.
She shows that the UX and design industry holds a lot opportunities for women to shine.
Katrina is a trailblazer in the blockchain space and a shining light for women in tech.
She has juggled family trauma, a separation, a four-year-old son and many other hurdles to being a highly successful woman and property investor.
Her lifelong commitment to disrupting the food system in order to reduce food waste. She has founded three successful businesses to achieve this.
Her drive and willingness to keep growing and learning. She does this with positivity and is not afraid to share her experiences with others.
Lives with cancer and long-term complications herself but has raised over $700,000 for childhood cancer.
Her role modelling of business acumen and people skills are second to none.
Kelly not only initiates and fosters commercially successful businesses, she also shares her knowledge with her community through public events.
She sold a company to Microsoft, led the growth of local tech companies and makes time to support, inspire and lead the next generation of women.
An entrepreneur who lives and breathes inclusive innovation.
Has founded a program for young girls to improve body image and self esteem, something that was missing as I grew up.
She has given back and supported various organisations with the enthusiasm that she applies to everything she does in life.
She prosecutes bad guys and does so much pro bono work. SheÔÇÖs passionate, articulate and knows how to get what she wants.
She is a dedicated, compassionate woman who inspires me to be a better person not only within my work but on a personal and community level.
She inspires me every day with her willpower to continue and stay committed to her goals.
Her passion to acknowledge ordinary women through her Celebrating Women project was inspirational!
She has created a truly innovative product that will revolutionise how women use feminine hygiene. She is busting taboos and barriers.
Her vision and application in changing the game and transforming the billion dollar wedding market here in Australia.
Kriti is so creative and knowledgeable. The combination is so powerful.
She is always high spirited, even when she is exhausted, and has a spirit of determination that is unmatched.
Her intelligence, courage and resilience in creating a consulting business and startup in a positive community enriching industry.
As a mother to four foster children (plus emergency care), this lovely lady is the most generous souled, kind, thoughtful lady I know.
Kym has single-handedly developed Champion Life Education which promotes physical and mental health and wellbeing for children.
Laela is a chartered accountant who has spent the last 35-40 years working with small business owners to get the most out of their businesses.
Despite LauraÔÇÖs many accomplishments and hectic diary she always makes time, is genuinely lovely, and a class operator and role model.
Laura leads with her heart, is driven, intelligent and fights for what she believes in.
Laura is an amazing young woman with passion for the kids she works with and has a very clear purpose of how she wants to make a difference.
Wise beyond her years, Lauren's business acumen, long-term planning and lateral thinking shines through in all dealings - always creative!
IÔÇÖve always appreciated and admired her ability to embrace the chaos with intelligence and humour.
Lauren created Wardrobe Warriors from nothing and has since raised $30,000+ dollars for charity around Australia.
She is gracious, down to earth, approachable, and available to spend time with anyone who wants to talk with her. She is one amazing Aussie legend!
Leanne inspires through her passion and dedication to empower those around her to live their best lives through migration to Australia.
This amazing woman has so much energy and passion - and talent in spades. Her generosity knows no bounds.
Lindley is a creative and critical thinker who has incredible foresight, courage and compassion and is not afraid of change.
Lisa is an inspiration to other women and has been actively involved in supporting women for as long as I have known her.
Lisa is forging a company and career in an industry renowned for its pale, stale, and male atmosphere: the boardroom.
She has helped many women make life-changing decisions to improve their lives.
Lisa takes you to uncomfortable places and helps you become a much better speaker, presenter and person. She has changed my life.
She is an entrepreneur, a leader and visionary who inspires not only women but anyone with an idea and wanting to share it with the world.
Lisa is a pioneer in the ecommerce industry and consistently pushes for industry innovation and betterment to see retailers succeed.
A determined force in the Australian games industry, @lisyk brings women to the front with #SheMakesGames in Melbourne International Games Week.
She took a punt on me recently, and I'm in my dream job because of it!
Liz has faith that every person, regardless of race, gender or social circumstances has the ability to make their entrepreneurial dreams come true.
One of the most brave people I know - making leaps across oceans to chase her dreams.
Louise is a leader in mining-tech solutions. She developed the MiPlan mobile app which collects data to make mines safer and more productive.
She has built a brand of businesses to help families and has done so with the ethos of utmost respect and ethic.
She is so giving of herself to anyone she meets, including me. I wouldn't have started my business had I not met her.
She is a lovely, humble, intelligent, hardworking mother, friend and colleague and a great example of a modern woman working hard.
She leads with empathy, vulnerability and courage in order to inspire others to do the same in the fight against bullying.
Madeleine launched Little Dreamers, a leading young carer organisation, when she was 16. Nine years later, she is a face for political reform.
After starting a blog in 2007, this grew into Australia's largest publishing company for women and was successfully acquired in 2017.
Her dedication to helping the community and equally developing her professional career has been an incredible journey.
She wants women to understand the opportunities that lay beyond their geographical boundaries, and inspire their ambition.
Maria was an early supporter of IdeaSpies by posting one of her two inspiring startups.
Starting the first advisory firm in Western Sydney working with tier 1/2 Infrastructure firms.
She is the fairy godmother of so many, helping others achieve their hopes and dreams.
She engages in public speaking in topics of interest to herself and is known not just to entertain but to deliver an impactful message.
A strong, results-driven professional with vision, values and wisdom.
With her work and influence, Marija has inspired and connected hundreds of women in wearable tech and fashion tech. She is a true role model.
Committed and passionate about women's rights, always led by example from strong principals.
Her passion to develop unique programs to enable teaching of maths by aligning real world issues with learning.
She leads by example and makes changes for the betterment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men and womanÔÇÖs lives.
I love her no-nonsense and common sense approach to teaching people to gain back control in their businesses and, as a byproduct, their lives.
Through tireless charitable work through HerSpace, a charity supporting women suffering sexual exploitation through turbulent times.
Meggie has a direct and straightforward attitude that engenders trust and brings results. She helps people understand what makes them unique.
Mei is generous with her time, knowledge and her extensive network. Her positivity and enthusiasm are constant inspiration.
She follows her passion with complete focus. Her focus allows her to deliver exceptional professionalism and service delivery.
Melissa works tirelessly to help women and men solve financial complications and inspire them to succeed in their financial goals.
No matter how many obstacles or hurdles there are before her, there's an inner strength to overcome all and succeed every dream.
Melissa was instrumental in monthly "Peace Dinners", which highlighted social issues faced by many people from our diverse community.
Her ability to contribute to the greater architectural industry, be involved in educational programs, run a successful practice and be a super mum.
Merryn's love and energy for her kids is amazing. She is also an intelligent and respected recruitment business owner.
She has taken her unique analytics service for call centres global, while pursuing university degrees and motherhood.
On behalf of minority groups, Michaela has pulled people together to create voice. I am inspired to make change happen simply by knowing her.
Michaela has founded a business with the sole intent of telling the stories of inspirational women living imaginative lives.
SheÔÇÖs a brilliant, strategic feminist leader who is enormously kind.
She has helped thousands get their life back on track. She lost her husband and father in less than eight months ÔÇô her resilience has been incredible.
For believing in myself as much as herself; and her desire to innovate professional industries to give graduates more options.
She believes that women in science have brilliant minds and that we often play down our achievements. She inspires me to be a better advocate.
I went from being a SAHM with unfulfilled dreams to making them a reality and starting my own business!
She has empowered me by equipping me with the confidence and self belief to start my own business ÔÇô my ability is limitless.
Her motivation and desire to succeed is just amazing, and she continues to grow her business and consults in SA, NSW and the NT.
She's is working on Life Whisperer, to help couples have a higher chance during IVF treating by providing technology to select embryos.
Michelle is dynamic and ambitious, fair-minded and genuinely wants to support success in others.
Michelle takes action every day to advance women in business and sport. She is generous with her knowledge, networks and wisdom.
She epitomises the can-do 'she' attitude and the 'give it a go' Aussie approach. A very inspirational Aussie next gen!
She became the only Asian Australian woman to be CEO in the top 200 ASX companies  she's now championing to see more CALD and WOC on boards.
She demonstrates intelligence, empathy, kindness and common sense while making tough decisions.
Moira rallies around creating change through her Chooks SA initiative to position women in a stronger place to lead in innovation.
A natural leader, empathetic and supportive.
Her work directly contributes to a healthy creative industry, economic impact and a better world.
Strives to use her business as a platform for wider positive change regardless of profit ÔÇô and finds new ways EVERY DAY to make this happen.
For her relentless dedication, commitment and passion to grow the tech startup community and ecosystem in Australia.
With a great passion to help those in aged care, Monika inspires me every day with her deeply empathic and thoughtful approach to business.
She is bridging the gap by providing education to young people affected by physical and mental illness. I am proud to call her my friend.
Her passion for social and ecological justice and her tenacious mind make her a trailblazer.
She has encouraged me to pursue my dreams and ambitions, and always reminds me to keep everything in perspective.
I am in awe of the energy and determination Nahji has shown in starting her Miss Chu business, and starting again to build another brand.
Nami draws on her literary and business nous to advance child cancer and post natal depression campaigns based on personal experience.
You cannot but admire a business person who admits their failings and then uses those failings to better the customer experience.
Narelle has a vision to change the way Australians recycle, using technology to reward consumers for the good they do.
She was one of the founders of the Women of Influence awards and, as editor of AFR Boss Magazine, supported stories about successful women.
NatalieÔÇÖs many admirable qualities are her caring heart and loyalty, her bravery and tenacity, and her ethical and lateral approach to business.
She she is kind and thoughtful to those around her, a good leader amongst leaders, and an all round nice person to deal with day to day.
Nicky is the most inclusive person I know - her passion for people, tech and startup enables people from all walks of life to get involved.
She's a powerhouse of expertise and is leading the way forward to change the ratio of women in leadership and entrepreneurship.
Running Mums is one of the greatest community initiatives ever conceived and has saved lives, changed lives and all thanks to Nicole's vision.
As the Chair of Variety Australia Nicole leads this significant not-for-profit charity that is present in all states of Australia.
She's a daughter of Vietnamese Australian migrants, who came here with nothing. She's now starting a manufacturing business. I admire her spirit.
Olivia is the quintessential startup founder, with driving passion for her market she executes her growth plans magnificently.
She is a ÔÇ£learn-it-allÔÇØ and shared her knowledge with me and founders of startups.
This woman I believe should have been President of the United States of America-maybe next President in line.
Paige never quits. She keeps going, she is constantly in pain, and she has completed the largest consultation of every electorate in Australia.
Stateswomen for the industry, bringing equality to life savings.
Pat has brought together women from disadvantaged backgrounds, upskilled them and helped them start businesses to gain financial independence.
Unstoppable power. Fights for people without a voice, uses her position of power to help, grow and improve everyone around her. It's amazing.
She is always there for everyone else, so giving of time and emotions to the point some people forget to be there for her.
Paulina has the rare capability of challenging your thinking without criticism. She is leading the way in how creativity should be encouraged.
After failed IVF attempts Phoebe created Minus One, providing grants to families struggling to conceive. Even in her own grief she is helping others.
She is the most energetic and hardworking person I have worked with. A big picture thinker that pushes boundaries and builds loyal tribes.
She is a role model for women helping women. SheÔÇÖs mentored me, supported me and celebrated with me. I hope everyone has a Pip in their corner.
As a mentor to myself and the younger women within the business, Pippa demonstrates creativity, invention and entrepreneurship every day.
She constantly struggled and fought for her space to voice her opinion and help her business grow from a local to an international status.
She has seen a lot of struggle in life and it is amazing how she has come out stronger from it.
Rachael is responsible for attracting world-class talent, creating an environment where they can flourish, and delighting our customers.
Rachel is pioneering VR technology in hospitals to reduce anxiety for children undergoing stressful procedures.
She helps out the store and community.
Her work has been influential in driving public debates and influencing policy and legislation.
She has helped me value the creativity and innovation that I bring to my work. Rebecca's passion for valuing creativity is going to make a real impact.
To see someone battle her own mental health issues and speak about it so openly has changed the way I am learning to tackle my mental health.
Richenda worked in NFPs for 10 years, decided she wanted to make a change, started a company and is now kicking goals and inspiring others.
Her ability to help the Aussie farmer achieve communication goals in the complex Australian media landscape is superb.
She is making a big difference to our cities and our environment. A great leader who is down to earth.
Leading an innovative startup and disrupting a traditionally male field of agriculture.
She is an excellent communicator, passionate and committed. She clearly articulates her vision and actively supports and encourages women.
Rosemary consistently encourages others within her workplace to consider outdated practices and trial new concepts.
Her whole character is bright, always positive and moving forward. She makes me smile and keeps me focused on the positive things that matter.
The respect I have for this young lady who left a place of work she wasnÔÇÖt happy in to start a business, and is now an icon in the hair scene!
When I was young senior manager at Amoco, Ruth, then a board director, reached out. She kept in touch and inspired me to become a director.
Sabina has had the guts to do a passion project for women in an industry that is so competitive. Her drive for spreading inclusiveness is inspiring.
She's the most inspiring leader to her team, goes above and beyond to help charities and a real role model for young models.
Sally spent five years developing an NFP in Cambodia. She volunteers 120 hours a month, fundraising to help Cambodians break the cycle of poverty.
She continues to push the boundaries of new ways to connect with consumers, is visionary and always has the customer experience at heart.
She's more often than not the smartest person in the room.
She is an exceptional HR leader who is motivated to bring out the best in all of those around her.
Sam takes great pride in seeing her clients accomplish their vision and achieve results.
IÔÇÖve come back to work for her because she is extremely good at what she does. She also has faith in her staff and that produces better work.
SandyÔÇÖs a HR tech founder who has turned a redundancy into a thriving business! SheÔÇÖs a model entrepreneur who inspires greatness in everyone.
Thank you so much for inspiring my soul Saoirse. I'm from the Bronx as well and I lived in New York for 14 years.
Sarah has climbed obstacles and accepted challenges that many would not have. I am inspired by her bravery and sense of can-do.
Sarah has such passion for the work she does and everything about life, always ensuring everyone has a voice and is included. It is contagious.
Sarah has fearlessly grown Girl Geek Academy from humble beginnings to a company synonymous with change in the tech scene.
Her passion for creating an inclusive digital world so we can ensure everyone, especially people with a disability, can access technology.
Sarah drives digital excellence in everything she does. She keeps abreast of industry trends and mentors other young women in digital.
If you tell her something canÔÇÖt be done she will do it. She takes life by the balls and dominates, she is positive, uplifting and hard working.
She inspired me by her openness, her generosity and eagerness to help others, particularly up and coming female software engineers.
Saraid inspires me every day with her level of care for both patients, clients and her staff. She settles for nothing less than quality care.
Made bold decisions to back herself, is having a global impact, inspired me to go bigger!
By being a co-founder of a fintech startup and always giving back to the community, Shahirah inspired me to keep on going no matter what.
I think Sharon is a complete inspiration. She always has a smile on her face and faces every challenge the same way.
Sharon is a warm, gracious, leader and Aboriginal woman who has devoted her career to empowering Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Sharon has not only built a successful local business, but has expanded into Europe whilst raising a family.
She works hard and smart, sheÔÇÖs caring and compassionate and no challenge is too great for her. I love the way she just always finds a way.
SheÔÇÖs taken risks in her career to fight for where she stands today, exceeding client expectations and winning awards for campaigns.
A global entrepreneur with boundless energy; always positive; incredibly down-to-earth; every negative situation is turned into a positive one.
Inspiring, passionate, creating change and believing in us from day one.
Bringing innovation and creativity to third party marketing of funds management. Building a successful Australian business on the world stage.
Sheryl is a best friend, business partner and all round inspiration. She's passionate about entrepreneurship and supporting females.
Shevonne is ambitious, principled and has built a brand that reaches over 60 countries. She uses her talent to further female entrepreneurs.
She is self-made, overcoming many things that would fall under #metoo, and has risen to be a three-time Telstra business awards finalist.
She is passionate about women achieving their personal best in work and life. She is generous, collaborative and incredibly capable.
Quitting her dream job to help build Leasy from the ground up, Sophie inspires me to always reach higher.
Stacey doesnÔÇÖt know the word canÔÇÖt. She finds solutions and helps others to do the same. She openly stands for what she believes in.
She's headstrong, emotionally intelligent and truly inspires the team around her. She is the definition of slave leadership.
Their clarity of purpose on gender diversity in the workplace and personal commitment to growing Beam while working part time themselves.
String takes her community with her - she helps others amplify their vision and is building the methodology for a social media engaged generation.
Mum lives by her motto "There's always a way" and has truly inspired me to live the same way.
She has a unique ability to look at business and life differently than most! She inspires her children and the people around her daily.
Sue always makes time to give back to her community and profession, for example volunteering to help Indigenous communities in her annual leave.
She is an inspiration because of hard working ethic and desire to take her experience and make other people's hardships easier for them.
Susan inspires me by fiercely, relentlessly pushing the industry towards a more inclusive and humane future.
Suzanne (Zannie ) is not only AustraliaÔÇÖs first female Oscar winner ÔÇô she was not even sent to Hollywood to collect her Oscar!
Tahli is an inspiration to everyone. She's courageous, fearless and gets shit done. She sets her sights high, with no obstacle too great.
She is the leader that I hope to one day be able to develop into, acting with integrity, drive, passion, empathy, truly leading by example.
Tammy has always worked tirelessly to bring out the best in those around her and make things better.
People follow her because they trust her transparency, experience and honesty and she knows how to have a laugh too.
Her commitment to making change in the world, in such a fearless way, fills my heart with pride.
I am inspired by her unwavering determination to constantly be improving her own industry and never giving up despite the daily challenges.
Her persistence, drive, resilience and ability to build a company in China.
Tess juggles multiple hats as publisher, podcaster, Creative WomenÔÇÖs Circle president ÔÇô all designed to elevate the women around her.
Tessa addresses gaps in health provision from a unique perspective, with grace, generosity and humility. She makes leadership look easy.
Tessy is an avid campaigner for social justice and equity for children and young people. A real champion and advocate.
Fearlessly shares her journey with mental illness in the hope that it will help others with their own journey.
Her relentless efforts with #metoo, with Women in Media, in pushing for change and her work with so many causes.
Tracy has a podcast for Mums starting out in business and has a tribe of 40,000 women she consistently helps via her free weekly podcast.
Not only is she committed to furthering the arts in SA but she is the most supportive manager I have worked for. She trusts and values her staff.
She is a Thalidomide survivor. She speaks about bullying and never gives up. People told her she wouldn't do anything but she is amazing.
Trish is an extremely influential engineer. She is an incredibly capable chair, director and advisor.
Valeria reinvented herself until she found her passion in digital marketing and helping women to build successful businesses.
She is one of those people that surprises you over time, when her words of wisdom just hit you.
She's working full-time, doing her masters, has her business and is raising three daughters. It's the ordinary women like her who need to be noted.
Her passion and courage to start her own business, and by consistently succeeding whilst remaining true to her values and what she believes in!
Wendy was courageous in fighting for the equal rights for women before there was much support for it. She inspired me to be fearless.
By conducting research to improve the lives of farmers and farm families.
She always puts her hands up to help and her community just love her. SheÔÇÖs forward-thinking and constantly working on the growth of her business.
Zia is witty, driven, determined and always ahead of the curve. She's an inspiring woman and leader in tech.
Zoe has managed to build so much at a young age. She has a work ethic like no one I've ever met.