Celebrate women in procurement with PASA Connect

international womens day

Join PASA for a free webinar this International Women’s Day as we celebrate the women who are shaping procurement’s future.

When: From noon (AEDT) on Friday, 6 March

Open to all genders, PASA Connect members and non-members alike, ‘Women in Procurement’ will explore the experiences, challenges and leadership journeys of women in procurement today.

Hosted for the third year in a row by Imelda Walsh, Director of Birmont Group, the event will see several industry experts take to the virtual stage to unpack popular themes such as EQ, cybersecurity and family balance.

Why attend?

Aside from practical insights from senior female leaders in procurement, you’ll have the opportunity to listen in on real conversations, covering everything from resilience and balance to adaptability and leadership.

Gain strategies to strengthen EQ, cyber resilience and wellbeing, all while enjoying an inclusive space and a meaningful way to celebrate International Women’s Day with your team.

Who will be there?

PASA MD Lesley Wardropper will open the event, followed by MC Imelda Walsh, who will explore how women must demonstrate ultimate adaptability in procurement.

Guest speakers include:

  • Louise Edmunds, Procurement Alchemist, Mahi Tahi Consulting on EQ is Your Superpower: How Women Can Shape the Future of Procurement
  • Charlotte Cottam, Director of Procurement Group Excellence, Mirvac on Balancing Work AND Family Life in Practice
  • Tina Kim, Partnerships Co-ordinator, EFTSure Cyber-Security on Securing the Future: Cyber Resilience for Women in Procurement
  • Sharyn County, GM Procurement, APA Group on ‘Now What? I Don’t Have Kids’…
  • Rema Ghosn, Senior Manager, Category Management and Services, SA Health on Resilience Meets Adaptability: My Journey to Strategic Leadership in Procurement
  • Barbara Clifford, Resilient Leader Expert, Consultant, Author and Speaker on How Can You Do It All and Prevent Burnout in an ‘Urgency Culture’?


Celebrate the women shaping procurement’s future with this inspiring, informative and empowering event.