17-18 June 2026
Naarm | Melbourne
Reframing the Future of STEMM
Coaching Partner
Welcome
Ryan Winn
CEO
Science & Technology Australia
I am delighted to welcome you to the 2026 Women in STEMM Leadership Summit, where we are shifting the conversation from representation to real influence.
Leadership in STEMM is about creating opportunities, shaping systems, and empowering women to lead, innovate, and thrive. Over two days, you’ll hear how Australia’s leading organisations are strengthening leadership pipelines, accelerating career mobility, and developing future-ready leaders equipped to navigate complexity and lead with confidence.
The 2026 Women in STEMM Leadership Summit is organised by the Women Leaders Institute in partnership with STA. One of STA’s strategic goals is to drive diversity and inclusion in the sector. The Summit will be an important contributor to putting action to this.
This event offers practical frameworks, case studies, and candid dialogue that reimagines what genuine leadership equity looks like in STEMM. We encourage you to connect deeply, question boldly, and reflect on how you and your organisation can contribute to lasting change.
Together, we are building a more inclusive, dynamic, and impactful STEMM leadership landscape for Australia.
Warm Regards,
Featured Speakers
Anntonette Dailey
Chief Executive Officer; Non-Executive Director; Co-Founder
Aviation/Aerospace Australia; Space Industry Association of Australia; Australian Space Diversity Alliance
Michelle Petersen
Chief Aerodromes Officer
Airservices Australia
Dr Sara Webb
Astrophysicist & Course Director (Superstar of STEM - STA); Forbes 30 Under 30
Swinburne University of Technology
Nadine Brew
Co-Founder
WILD for STEM
Muneera Bano
Principal Research Scientist - Diversity & Inclusion in Artificial Intelligence (Superstar of STEM - STA)
CSIRO
Jasmin Diab
Partner/Managing Director (Superstar of STEM- STA)
Global Nuclear Security Partners
Katherine Boiciuc
Chief Technology Officer Oceania
EY
Ryan Winn
Chief Executive Officer
Science & Technology Australia
Dr Bianca Capra
DSTG Navigate Defence Scientist (Superstar of STEM - STA)
Defence Science and Technology
Jasmine Reay
Group Executive, Infrastructure and Engineering Services
ANSTO
Dr Hema Wadhwa
Associate Data & Analytics, Asset Management and Performance (Superstar of STEM - STA)
Aurecon
Jane MacMaster
Global Engineering Integrity Director; Founder and Director
Babcock International Group; Ponder
Session Highlights
Hear from trailblazing leaders as they share how bold career paths, visible leadership, and high-stakes decision-making are shaping the future of STEMM
Anntonette Dailey
Chief Executive Officer; Non-Executive Director; Co-Founder
Aviation/Aerospace Australia; Space Industry Association of Australia; Australian Space Diversity Alliance
Meet the next generation of STEM leaders as Superstars of STEM Live spotlights diverse voices, their groundbreaking work, and how you can get involved
Dr Hema Wadhwa
Associate Data & Analytics, Asset Management and Performance (Superstar of STEM - STA)
Aurecon
Dr Sara Webb
Astrophysicist & Course Director (Superstar of STEM - STA); Forbes 30 Under 30
Swinburne University of Technology
Jasmin Diab
Partner/Managing Director (Superstar of STEM- STA)
Global Nuclear Security Partners
Explore how leaders can turn allyship into action, drive systemic change, and sponsor talent to create more inclusive and equitable workplaces
Ryan Winn
Chief Executive Officer
Science & Technology Australia
Petra Andrén
Chief Executive Officer
Quantum Australia
A forward-looking Q&A on the practical next steps leaders can take to accelerate diversity, visibility, and leadership progression for women in STEMM
Jessica Wilson
Co-founder and CEO
Women Making Waves and Waves Tech Ventures, Global Grand Finalist of TV series 'The Next Unicorn', Leader within the Tech Industry
Jasmine Reay
Group Executive, Infrastructure and Engineering Services
ANSTO
Stela Solar
Managing Director, Data & AI
Accenture
Michelle Petersen
Chief Aerodromes Officer
Airservices Australia
Who Should Attend
The Women in STEMM Leadership Summit brings together senior leaders, executives, and HR decision-makers from across STEMM industries, including:
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Government
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IT
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Education and Research
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Telecommunications
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Healthcare, Medical Technology and Biotechnology
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Renewable Energy and Clean Technology
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Environmental Science and Sustainability
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Aerospace and Defence
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Mining and Resources
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Construction and Engineering
Reasons to Attend
Explore how leaders can turn allyship into action, drive systemic change, and sponsor talent to create more inclusive and equitable workplaces
Learn how CEOs are sponsoring women and building inclusive leadership pathways
Discover how organisations are identifying and backing emerging STEMM leaders
Gain practical ways to support and elevate Indigenous talent
Turn allyship into measurable action through sponsorship, accountability and everyday leadership behaviours
Strengthen executive readiness with insights grounded in real STEMM leadership contexts
Leave with ideas, frameworks and actions you can take back into your organisation
Limited 1:1 coaching sessions with Peeplcoach to support leadership confidence, decision-making and career progression
Dive into high-impact breakout sessions designed to expand your leadership toolbox
Venue
17-18 June 2026
Naarm | Melbourne