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Women on Boards - 20th Anniversary Series - Inspire | Influence | Impact

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Impact | Influence | Inspire As we celebrate 20 years of Women on Boards in 2026, we are proud to launch a new podcast and vodcast series - 20 Years of Women on Boards. This series captures the story behind the movement; how it started, the challenges along the way, and the impact it has had on boardrooms across Australia and beyond. Delivered as both a podcast and vodcast, the series allows you t... more

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Few people understand the power of regional leadership quite like Susan Benedyka.

A passionate advocate for rural and regional Australia, Susan has spent decades helping communities, organisations and leaders create lasting impact. Her governance j... more

In this episode of the 20 Years of Women on Boards – Inspire | Influence | Impact series, WOB co-founder and CEO Claire Braund OAM speaks with Amanda Heyworth FAICD about building a board career while balancing executive leadership, family life and c... more

As part of the 20 Years of Women on Boards – Inspire | Influence | Impact vodcast series, WOB CEO and co-founder Claire Braund OAM speaks with governance expert Julie Garland McLellan about board careers, governance and the changing role of women in ... more

In this very special episode of the 20 Years of Women on Boards podcast series, Claire Braund sits down with Ruth Medd, the original architect behind the Women on Boards idea and co-founder of WOB, a conversation that truly reflects Inspire, Influenc... more

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Recent Guests

Amanda Heyworth
Professional company director with extensive governance experience spanning startups to ASX 200s in technology, finance, and property
Various governance roles (National Archives of Australia Advisory Council, AU Group, Believe Housing Australia, Corval Partners, etc.)
Episode: E5 | 20 Years of Women on Boards Series: Amanda Heyworth on Curiosity, Growth and Contribution
Julie Garland McLellan
Non-executive director, chair, educator, author and governance guru
Independent governance advisor; associated with Women on Boards and governance education initiatives
Episode: E4 | 20 Years of Women on Boards Series: Julie Garland McLellan on Governance and the Evolution of Women in the Boardroom
Ruth Medd
Founder of Women on Boards, pioneer in the movement
Women on Boards
Episode: E3 | 20 Years of Women on Boards Series: Ruth Medd's Inspiration, Influence and Impact
Cheryl Hayman
Experienced non-executive director and remuneration and nominations committee chair
Private and public boards mentioned in episode
Episode: E2 | 20 Years of Women on Boards Series: Cheryl Hayman's Purposeful, Reciprocal and Energetic Board Career
Claire Braund
Co-founder of Women on Boards and OAM recipient
Women on Boards
Episode: E1 | 20 Years of Women on Boards Series: History of WOB with Claire Braund OAM
Claire Brand
Co-founder and executive director of Women on Boards
Women on Boards
Episode: The Tables Turn: Claire Braund Interviewed by Adelle Howse on the New CEO Toolkit

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
  • Unfortunate skewed view

    Today I listened to episode 43 where you interviewed Jon Brett from South Africa. Being born on the wrong side of that colour divide, it saddens me that someone who enjoyed such clear privilege at the expense of others who were treated like animals, would have such a blasé attitude towards apartheid. By simply brushing over the question from the presenter about “growing up in a quiet South Africa during the apartheid years”, it is clear that this guest is not nearly aware of how fortunate and pr... more

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    tally m 12
    South Africa5 years ago
  • Fabulous insights for aspiring directors

    I’ve listened eagerly to every podcasts in the series and learned so much about the many different et pathways to the board. Highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Marianna O'Gorman
    Australia5 years ago

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Overall, governance-focused content is valued for its depth and actionable takeaways.
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The Tables Turn: Claire Braund Interviewed by Adelle Howse on the New CEO Toolkit
Q: What inspired you to create Women on Boards and to take on a leadership role in it?
Claire explains it came from a perceived need to address systemic barriers to women in leadership, sparked by early gaps in board representation and a national context that demanded action, which she pursued with Ruth Medd.
E2 | 20 Years of Women on Boards Series: Cheryl Hayman's Purposeful, Reciprocal and Energetic Board Career
Q: Three words to sum up your 20-year journey?
Purposeful, reciprocal, energetic.
E2 | 20 Years of Women on Boards Series: Cheryl Hayman's Purposeful, Reciprocal and Energetic Board Career
Q: What advice would you give to emerging directors in 2026?
Be a learner first, listen and learn, use your freshness to ask unique questions, and actively invest in relationships and sponsorship to open doors into board roles.
E5 | 20 Years of Women on Boards Series: Amanda Heyworth on Curiosity, Growth and Contribution
Q: How has WOB influenced her career and the broader role of women in governance?
WOB provided legitimacy and role models, helped her see board work as a viable career, and offered programs and networks that facilitated introductions to boards, mentorship, and opportunities.
E5 | 20 Years of Women on Boards Series: Amanda Heyworth on Curiosity, Growth and Contribution
Q: What was Amanda's first non-executive director role and how did it come about?
Her external board opportunity emerged after taking over a venture capital fund and following advice from a chairman to gain external board experience to understand what directors require and expect, which she pursued through training and a lead-up program.

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2. Julie Garland McLellan
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