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24 - 26 February 2026 Sydney Masonic Centre (SMC)

Women in Tech Fest 2026

Australia's most popular Women in Tech event returns! 

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View our sponsorship prospectus to get an overview of what a partnership with the Women in Tech Fest 2026 includes.

Elevate your tech skills, break barriers & future-proof your career

Now in its 10th year, the Women in Tech Fest is Australia’s only event that equips you with the technical knowledge, in-demand skills, and leadership strategies you need to move your career and organisation forward. 

Connect with a powerful network of peers, learn from dozens of c-suite leaders and heads of tech, gain insights to elevate your projects, and unlock new career opportunities – all in a supportive environment championing diversity and inclusion across the profession. 

This is your opportunity. Step up, skill up, and flourish in the future of tech. 

“Excellent event for women in tech. Inspirational and informative.”
Marketing and Communications Director, Transmax

“Great conference with interesting content that really got you thinking about things differently.”
Product Owner (Originations), ANZ

“Everyone was collaborative, knowledgeable, and willing to engage.”
Executive Assistant, Vic ICT for Women

“It is such a safe space to discuss people's journeys and challenges.”
Assistant Director Digital Development, ARPANSA

“Women in Tech Fest is an engaging and empowering experience to the IT community.”
Beth Carroll

Program Manager - CRE Technologies APAC, Jones Lang LaSalle Australia

“A chance to come together to discuss important trends and impacts in our industry.”
General Manager IT, Bedford Group

Speakers include:

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Sarah Carney
National Chief Technology Officer ANZ
Microsoft
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Lucy Poole
Deputy Chief Executive Officer -
Strategy, Planning & Performance
Digital Transformation Agency
Katrina
Katrina Troughton
Vice President & Managing Director
Adobe ANZ
Miranda
Miranda Ratajski
Chief Information Officer
Group Business Units
Westpac
May
May Lam
Chief Information Officer
Australian Payments Plus
Romina
Romina Sharifpour
Leader - Multi-Agent Product Engineering
Commonwealth Bank
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Suzie Cardwell
Chief Data Product & Technology Officer
Nine
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Forough Khandan
Chief Technology Officer
EMVision Medical Devices
Suneetha
Suneetha Bodduluri
Chief Technology Officer
Service NSW
Emma Taylor
Emma Taylor
Head of Technology
Virgin Australia
Dominique Harrison-Bentzen
Dominique Harrison-Bentzen
Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder
Luniate
Aruna Pattam
Aruna Pattam
Head of AI Platforms
Zurich Insurance
Margo Stephen
Margo Stephen
Chief Technology Officer
Yarra Trams
Tracey
Tracey Evans
Group Chief Information & Digital Officer
Virtus Health
Nicole Nixon
Nicole Nixon
Chief Executive Officer
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Why attend?

Women in Tech Fest is the premier annual event that brings together key players from across the technology industry. From thought leaders to emerging innovators.

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Australia’s leading Women in Tech event

Women-in-Tech-icon Move your career & organisation forward with the premier event for women in tech

Women-in-Tech-icon Learn how to future proof your career by leveraging AI & automation with guidance from Microsoft & Medibank 

Women-in-Tech-icon Develop critical non-technical skills like communication, negotiation, collaboration & change management

Women-in-Tech-icon Discover how leaders at Virgin, Nine & CBA found success through non-traditional career paths

Women-in-Tech-icon Master how to build respect, gain credibility, establish authority & exert influence

Women-in-Tech-icon Explore what's next in tech with timely insights from the DTA & Westpac

Women-in-Tech-icon Access practical strategies from NAB & Virtus Health to drive diversity & achieve true equity


Partnership opportunities

Now in its 10th year, the Women in Tech Fest is firmly established as the premier annual meeting place for engaged and enthusiastic technology leaders across industry and the public sector. Last year’s event was the biggest yet, featuring 19 c-suite presenters and dozens of other tech leaders speaking to a packed room full of senior decision makers. 

The event offers numerous opportunities for sponsors to network, share their expertise, and build their reputation as leaders in tech. 

There are numerous sponsorship and exhibition opportunities with packages designed to help you meet your marketing and sales targets, so please contact Milad Etemadi on +61 (0) 478 195 857 or milade@questevents.com.au to discuss how we can help you connect with your ideal audience.

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This year features:

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More leaders

More CEOs, VPs & Managing Directors than ever – 5 & counting! 14+ CTO, CIO & CDO leaders and 6+ Heads of Technology, AI & Data.

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Stronger connections

Enhanced networking & interactivity with all new roundtable and panel sessions.

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Bigger lineup

A comprehensive speaking lineup with leaders from over 30+ public & private sector organisations.

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Practical focus

Renewed practical focus on the trends & innovations every tech professional must know.

Save up to $900

Secure your super early bird pricing before 7 November

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