Abbey Dyer-Amonette
www.leadwithpositivity.com

Abbey Dyer-Amonette is a trailblazing AI expert, business coach, and the visionary CEO and Founder of Lead with Positivity. Under this platform, she has launched innovative initiatives such as Global Girl Technology and Tennessee Girl Technology, creating opportunities for women to thrive in technology and leadership. Abbey is dedicated to helping women step into their full potential by cultivating confidence, emotional intelligence, and collaboration—all while balancing professional success with personal fulfillment.

With over 25 years of leadership experience, including a highly successful tenure as a corporate executive with a Fortune 500 company, Abbey has firsthand knowledge of the challenges women face in leadership roles. Drawing from her extensive expertise, she developed her transformative signature program, Positive Feminine Leadership™, which empowers women to embrace their authentic leadership style, master emotional intelligence, and lead with strength and compassion. Through this program, Abbey has helped countless women achieve long-lasting success in both their careers and personal lives.

Amy Hall
www.banksiasupport.com.au

Amy Hall is a dedicated teacher, youth mental health advocate, and Child & Adolescent Behaviour Support practitioner with over 20 years of experience supporting vulnerable populations. She holds multiple university degrees in Education, Leadership, Youth Work, and Mental Health Advocacy and is planning to commence a PhD candidature in 2026.

Her professional journey is deeply personal, rooted in her own experiences as an Autistic woman with ADHD and a disability, navigating the challenges of self-discovery, resilience, and living authentically. Amy has faced and overcome significant barriers. These experiences have shaped her belief that disability is not a limitation but an opportunity to demonstrate resilience and leadership.

Anila Bukhari 

Anila Bukhari is a renowned champion of girls’ education, a passionate children’s rights advocate, and an award-winning humanitarian. Born in Pakistan, Anila has dedicated her life to empowering marginalized communities, particularly rural areas, underprivileged women, and victims of child marriage.

As a prolific author, Anila has penned 12 international bestselling books that inspire and educate readers about the importance of girls’ education. Her work has taken her to over 50 countries, where she has raised her voice against child marriage and advocated for girls’ education.

Begum (Astra) Kütüklü
www.astradine.biz

If there is one word that captures my essence, it is visionary: someone who indulges in seemingly impractical dreams. For me, the most meaningful progress begins with daring to imagine what others deem impossible. As an astrophysics enthusiast, mechanical engineering student, and physics minor, I dedicate my life to breaking boundaries and inspiring others to embrace their potential. 

My story began at the age of 12, staring at the Moon through my first telescope. That moment ignited a lifelong fascination with the cosmos and planted the dream of becoming an astrophysicist. Despite being accepted into the highly esteemed astrophysics program at UC Berkeley, I made the bold decision to remain in Türkiye. My choice was driven by a commitment to contribute to my country’s scientific landscape and inspire the next generation of dreamers. 

Christie Nicholas
www.linkedin.com/in/christie-nicholas-33842414/

My epiphany came via apress release.It was 2005andas aglobaltoy company’s marketing manager, I was signing off on there lease
an agency had prepared. Except my heart sank.Even though I wasn’t a Mum then—I now have two teenage daughters—I knew the brand messaging didn’t connect to the audience buying the product. Mums.

The world’s most powerful consumer, Mums control around $23 trillion in global annual spending. But brands and agencies failed to understand Mums don’t want jargon, they want honesty. That was the moment I decided Mums deserved better and brands could be better. In2009 I openedAustralia’s first growth marketing agency, Mumpower, exclusively representing brands Mums buy. Now, as Australia’s most experienced authority in the Mum-marketing space, I’m a speaker, author, podcast host and entrepreneur with global impact and money-can’t-buy insights and experience.

Danielle Camer
www.linkedin.com/in/daniellecamer/

Dr Danielle Camer is a leading Australian Senior Medical Writer, Creative Director and multi-award-winning Children’s Picture Book Author. With passions for medicine and creativity, her university education encompasses a Bachelor of Creative Arts (with Distinction), Bachelor of Medical Science Hons (Class I) and a PhD in Neuroscience (with Examiners’ commendation for outstanding thesis). She has previous careers in medical research and university teaching, has presented at leading national and international conferences, been published in international journals, and received several awards for outstanding teaching and academic performance.

After returning to work at a medical advertising agency from maternity leave in 2017, Danielle was tired of commuting 3–4 hours a day, where she would leave home at 6 am and not return until 7:30/8 pm. Her husband was doing the daycare drop-offs and pick-ups and Danielle felt she was missing out on precious time with her daughter and forming connections with daycare educators. This led to her starting her freelance medical writing business from home in 2019. This flexibility also allowed her to pursue a creative outlet on the side – writing children’s picture books!

Emma Weaver
www.mentalwealthinternational.com

Emma Weaver is a thought leader in the industry of mental wealth, dedicating over two decades to empowering individuals and organisations worldwide to prioritise mental well-being. As the founder of Mental Wealth International, Emma’s visionary leadership drives initiatives that foster resilience and growth.

With a diverse background spanning entrepreneurship, public speaking, and event curation, Emma has become a respected keynote speaker and MC, captivating audiences across the globe. Her dynamic presence on the TEDx stage, where she has been invited twice, underscores her ability to challenge perceptions and spark crucial conversations about mental health and wellness.

Hayley Boswell
www.defencekidz.com.au

Hayley Boswell: Veteran Spouse, Advocate, Lawyer, and Founder of military families charity – Defence Kidz. Hayley Boswell is a dynamic force for change, making significant strides in supporting military and veteran families in Australia. As the spouse of a Navy veteran, a mother of two young children, a lawyer, and the founder of Defence Kidz, Hayley’s passion for advocacy is deeply rooted in her personal experiences and professional expertise.

Hayley’s journey began with a heartfelt project: a picture book to help her eldest daughter understand her father’s Navy service. Recognising a broader need, she founded “Defence Kidz”, a charity dedicated to empowering military and veteran families through advocacy, information sharing, and the creation of vital resources. Over the years, the initiative has grown into a nationwide movement.

Hayley Van Loon
www.magnoliaintelligence.com

Hayley Van Loon is an international security and intelligence expert with nearly two decades of experience spanning government, private intelligence, and global crime prevention. As the Deputy CEO of Crime Stoppers International, she leads strategic initiatives to combat crime worldwide, strengthen partnerships, and drive actionable intelligence solutions. She also founded Magnolia Intelligence, an Australia-based firm that provides intelligence-led security strategies to corporations, governments, and organisations navigating complex threats.

Hayley’s career began in intelligence and national security within the Australian government, where she specialised in counterterrorism, counter-espionage, and intelligence training. She managed high-risk investigations, conducted advanced threat assessments, and played a key role in recruiting and training intelligence professionals. Her ability to adapt and lead in high-stakes environments established her as a trusted expert in the field.

Nouna Chugg
www.nounachugg.com

I am an 80’s baby, born in Belgium and grew up there, trying to fit in just like everyone else. I use to pulled a face every time someone asked me what I wanted to do when I grew up. Why would I choose one thing for the rest of my life? Why would I go to the ice cream shop and ask for the same flavour over and over again for the rest of my life? After listening to everyone telling me I should study, be reasonable, do things like everyone else and save for my retirement. I decided to only listen to my inner voice.

I knew I would have to create my own path and to become strong at listening to my own intuition but for that, I would have to be fully and completely authentic and honest with myself.

So, authenticity became my motto. The more I chose me, the more I listened to my little inside voice only, the better my decisions were and the more empowered I became. Which had led me to incredible adventures and opportunities, way bigger than I could dream of. I also started to understand that when we choose to be who we are truly, there is something magical happening and the whole universe is supporting us. 

Rudi Landmann
www.linkedin.com/rudi-landmann-6913698b/

Rudi is many things: a pilates, breathwork, and meditation teacher, life coach, cuddle therapist, consent educator, diversity educator, and runway model! As a non-binary person, Rudi moves through the world as feminine and uses the pronouns they/them. They have had the privilege of working with major brands including Camilla, Lorna Jane, Dissh, and Proud Poppy, and with many emerging Australian designers.

They have walked on multiple runways in Brisbane and Sydney, including the Camilla Spring/Summer 2022 launch, Ravishing
Fashionistas, Rise to the Runway, Queensland Arts and Fashion Festival, and the Australia-Brazil Chamber of Commerce fashion days. In their professional practice, Rudi coaches women on getting their sparkle back when it feels like life has dulled it down.
They also work with large and small organisations on how to be more welcoming to their LGBTQIA+ clients,

Sara Spearpoint
www.saralouisephotography.com.au

Sara Louise is a 39-year-old, accomplished photographer and mum of six. She is the creative force behind Sara Louise Photography; a thriving business known for its captivating and evocative images. Based in Australia, Sara’s journey in photography has been marked by both personal triumphs and professional accolades, reflecting her resilience, talent and unyielding passion for the art form.

As an individual with autism with CPTSD and a survivor of domestic and family violence, she found solace and expression through the lens of her camera. Photography became a powerful medium for her to communicate her unique perspective and experiences, allowing her to connect with others in profound ways. This personal connection to her work is evident in the emotive quality of her photographs, which resonate with viewers around the world.

Wendy Shew 

Wendy Shew was born and raised in San Francisco, California as a first generation with immigrant parents from China. At an early age, she experienced the tragedy of losing her mother at eight-years-old, which became her catalyst for 25 years in social impact work.

She experienced firsthand how education can become the equaliser in anyone’s life.

She studied aviation, learned to fly single engine prop planes, and worked in the international aviation business as a jet engine specialist. After volunteering in October 2014 at a girl’s orphanage in India, she quit her job 4 months later, sold all her things, and left the country to travel the world for six years, across Asia, Europe and Africa.

She spent a year in Thailand, teaching in a rural village and weeks in forest monasteries meditating with monks. Wendy traveled all through India as a solo female traveler, mentoring young girls. Her favorite experience in India was a visit to Vrindavan, where she volunteered at a widows’ mission in Hindu temples, where currently over 6,000 widows in India reside. She coincidentally met the Dalai Lama and made her way to Tanzania, where she found herself worshiping with hundreds of children from a local hospital.

Yona Signo
www.yonasigno.com

Yona Signo is a multi-passionate mum in business, business optimisation consultant, and Certified Human Design Reader on a mission to help heart-centered leaders and mothers in business bring harmony to their lives through systems, teamwork, and Human Design.

With a background in IT service management, business operations, and outsourcing strategy, Yona blends logic, efficiency, and intuition to create sustainable solutions. She is the founder of Kaya Services and Vision Outsourcing, a virtual assistant agency helping businesses streamline operations and scale with ease.

As a Manifesting Generator (3/5), she thrives on adaptability, innovation, and leading by example both in business and motherhood. A devoted wife, mother, and leader, Yona believes in the ripple effect of intentional living, where small shifts in self-awareness create lasting transformations in families, businesses, and communities worldwide. Guided by integrity, kindness, and strong faith, values instilled by her parents, she naturally attracts clients and team members who align with her mission. She loves to travel, explore and learn; and is passionate about demonstrating the collective strength of cultural diversity.