Illawarra International Women's Day Networking Breakfast and Panel

Join WIMnet NSW for their Illawarra International Women's Day Networking Breakfast and Panel.

About this event

Theme: ‘Opportunity through Disruption’

The disruptive potential of AI, the green economy and changes in business ownership and leadership can feel overwhelming – and just a little scary! But all of these shifts potentially allow us to shake off legacy systems, behaviours and preconceptions, and therefore present an amazing opportunity for all of us in the industry to imagine a different, and better future.

So come along and hear from a stellar panel whose careers have thrived even as they navigated a multitude of significant economic, cultural and technological changes. You’ll have the opportunity to gain their valuable insights into how they have managed their careers in an ever-volatile business environment – and their advice as to how we can seize the moment to do the same!

You’ll also have the opportunity to meet, network, socialise and share your own experiences with fellow attendees.

Panel Facilitator: Nicki Bowman, CEO and founder of Bespoke Leadership Solutions, Nicki started her career as a lawyer, and worked at executive and Board level in mining, manufacturing and finance before starting her leadership practice in 2018. She is also the Deputy Chair of listed ASX IT services company, Atturra Limited.

Speaker/s

Bianca Perry

CEO at i3net

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Bianca brings a cross-sector perspective from Higher Education, Community Services, Not-for-Profits, and Manufacturing, enabling her to lead with purpose and build high-performing teams. As CEO of i3net, she connects and champions advanced manufacturers and engineers across regional NSW. Bianca is passionate about mission-driven leadership, strategic partnerships, and putting people at the heart of organisational success.

Biljana Jovanovski

Operations Manager at Nexus Mining

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With 17 years’ experience in HR, safety, and operations within a traditionally male-dominated industry, Biljana is known for her resilience, professionalism, and ability to lead teams in complex environments. A passionate advocate for gender equality, she champions inclusive workplaces and mentors’ women entering the industry. Skilled in employee and industrial relations, Biljana collaborates across teams to drive continuous improvement, supporting Nexus Mining’s mission to be the supplier of choice.

Erin Lee

General Manager at Mines Rescue, Regulation & Compliance

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Erin brings 17 years of experience in mining operations and safety leadership, known for delivering strong operational performance, fostering positive culture, and driving strategic improvement. Recognised as NSW Minerals Council’s Exceptional Woman in Mining (2021), she has held senior roles across Mines Rescue and South32 and GM³. Erin holds a Bachelor of Mining Engineering (Honours) along with advanced leadership credentials.