This presentation identifies the barriers preventing women from thriving in their workplace, whilst uncovering best-practise ways to remove barriers, and explores how next-practise approaches can be used to help every woman thrive.
Drawing on Gemma’s personal experience working in the technology sector, the session will also share practical ways individuals can overcome barriers they may face.
Gemma Lloyd is an award-winning entrepreneur and CEO of WORK180. A passionate advocate for equality, Gemma provides expert commentary for media outlets such as ABC Radio, Channel 7 and the AFR. In 2017, Gemma was a finalist in the Telstra Business Women's Awards 2017 in two categories and in 2016 won WIT Entrepreneur of the Year. Also in 2017, WORK180 won the Victorian Innovation Minister's Diversity Award and multiple Tech Diversity Award categories. WORK180’s purpose is to empower every woman to choose a workplace where they can thrive.