About the Conference

The National Diversity on Boards conference series aims to progress discussion and action on the important issue of improving the diversity on Australian boards.

Diversity is a core business issue for Australian companies. Accountability, performance and credibility are linked to company performance and opening up opportunities in our boardrooms to a wider range of talented men and women.

“More women in executive management makes business sense. Organisations that lead their sector as an employer of choice for women have access to a larger talent pool, and are better placed to understand and respond to the needs of customers and communities.” (John McFarlane, former CEO ANZ at the launch of the 2006 EOWA Census)

It is well known that senior executive management positions are feeder roles to boards. Making these positions more accessible and creating pathways for women are issues that many companies are taking seriously. The flow on benefits of increased diversity and its affect on workforce participation, employee retention and company performance are being realised and recognised across the business world.

The National Diversity on Boards conferences will enable members of WOB online national network to establish face to face contact with others seeking directorships, build associations to support and mentor women and grow opportunities to encourage and promote diversity.

The aim of the conference series is to provide thought leadership as well as commercial and practical outcomes for attendees.