Keynote 01IWD 2027
Women, AI & the Next Decade of Work.
Allyship, women’s progress and the future of work alongside AI
Every leap in women’s rights has been won by women and the allies who stood beside them. Jess knows this first-hand: her company Women Making Waves raises awareness around women’s rights and law reform. Built around the IWD 2027 theme, this keynote connects that history to today’s biggest shift: AI is rewriting roles and careers, and the choices we make now will decide who benefits. Educational and uplifting, for men and women alike.
In four movements
- How far we’ve come: the progression of women’s rights through history, and the next chapter
- Allyship in action: why progress has always needed everyone, and what allyship looks like at work today
- Humans alongside AI: the latest in AI innovation, what’s changing in everyday work, and what stays human
- The leadership agenda: leading teams of people and AI, and protecting women’s progression
Ideal for
IWD breakfasts and all-staff events, women in leadership programs, tech, finance and professional services firms, and industry conferences. Written for whole organisations.
“Jess brought fresh perspectives and practical suggestions that deeply resonated, especially with women in technology and entrepreneurship.”
From your stage to the United Nations
After IWD, Jess heads to CSW71 in New York.
The United Nations Commission on the Status of Women is the largest annual United Nations gathering on gender equality. Jess attends alongside UN Women Australia, bringing the latest global conversations back to your audience.
For event planners
Questions about Women, AI & the Next Decade of Work.
Is this keynote only for women?
No. It’s written for whole organisations, with allyship and a clear leadership agenda for people of every gender.
Which IWD 2027 dates are available?
In person in Sydney from 22 February to 5 March, virtually from New York from 9 to 12 March, and in person or virtually from 22 to 30 March. Dates are held on a first-confirmed basis.
How is it tailored to our organisation?
Every booking starts with a briefing call. Jess shapes the examples, the AI content and the leadership agenda around your industry, audience and IWD goals.
Can Jess also MC or moderate our IWD panel?
Yes. Many clients book Jess as keynote plus MC or panel moderator for the full IWD event.
Every keynote
Built around your audience.
- 30 to 60 minutes, with optional Q&A
- A briefing call with Jess before your event
- Examples tailored to your industry
- Delivered in person or virtually
Pair it with
More than a keynote.
- MC & event host · hold the day together from open to close
- Fireside interviewer · on stage with your headliner or CEO
- Panel moderator · sharp, well-prepared panels of your own leaders
Now booking 2027
Bring Jess to your stage.
Conferences, offsites and client events all year round. For IWD 2027: in person in Sydney from 22 February to 5 March, virtually from New York from 9 to 12 March, or in person and virtually from 22 to 30 March.
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