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Empowering Women Entrepreneurs Program

Designed for 15 women looking to launch or scale their business

Expressions of interest for the 2026 EWE program are now open!

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The Empowering Women Entrepreneurs Program is a 3-month intensive, designed to equip 15 ambitious women with the essential knowledge, skills, and powerful network needed to launch or scale a thriving business.

Through small, interactive workshops led by industry experts, and connection to a supportive community of like-minded women, you'll gain the tools to propel your venture to the next level.

Workshops

Expert-led interactive workshops in small group settings covering brand development, marketing strategy, and strategic networking.

Mentoring

Personalised mentoring from industry experts: Tina Manolitsas, Despina Karatzias and Jill Absolom.

Networking

Facilitated peer networking sessions with fellow program participants.

Imagine...

Your business gaining steady traction, your professional connections becoming truly valuable, and your confidence growing from a place of practical knowledge.

This program offers the practical tools, expert mentorship, and a supportive community to help you achieve meaningful business growth.

Apply for the program when applications open to be selected for an exclusive spot.

Workshop dates will run across June-August.

Applications opening soon!

Experience expert-led, interactive workshops

(Small group setting)

Build an authentic brand that stands out with Jill Absolom, founder of Standout On Purpose.

This workshop guides participants in developing a personalised brand blueprint – a strategic one-pager that integrates and articulates both their personal and professional brands.

Master Your Marketing Strategy

With Tina Manolitsas, an award-winning marketing strategist and Founder of Future Focus Marketing Group.

This workshop helps participants understand how to create a clear marketing strategy that supports their business goals - and how to test if their plan will work.

Build A Network That Works For You

With Despina Karatzias, founder of the Institute of Excellence.

This workshop is designed to equip participants with strategic networking skills to build strong professional connections and leverage platforms.

Peer Networking Facilitated Sessions

An opportunity to spend time working on your business alongside your peer program participants.

Personalised Mentoring

With one of our three expert mentors, Tina, Despina or Jill, providing you with tailored guidance and support.

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Why express interest now?

While our 2026 EWE program is being finalised, you can expect:

Expert-led, hands-on sessions tailored to real business challenges
Personalised mentoring from industry leaders
Peer connection and collaboration in a supportive environment
Incredible value thanks to the support of our generous sponsors

Our 2025 pilot program sold out quickly - and with only 15 spots available, this opportunity is strictly limited!

Submit your EOI today to:

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Thanks to the generous support of our sponsors, City of Monash, Monash Women’s Business Network, Sharrock Pitman Legal, we are thrilled to offer this comprehensive 3-month program for only $289!

Program applications opening soon!