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Gala Dinner: Sustainability & Diversity Night 2026
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In a time of external challenges, Sustainability and Diversity Night is an inspiring celebration of energy transition's potential—showcasing a vibrant industry through the lenses of a diverse energy mix, gender diveristy, an evolving workforce, and the visionary leaders driving us toward a sustainable future.
This event brings together over 700 trailblazers from the energy sector, government officials, influential global trade envoys, inspiring women leaders, groundbreaking startup founders, young innovators, and local First Nations communities, all united for one common goal.
Attendees will enjoy endless opportunities to connect, spark fresh ideas, and forge powerful partnerships that will redefine the clean energy landscape.
Dress Code: Business Formal/Business Casual
18:30 - 19:00
30 mins
Arrival Reception
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setting the tone for an evening celebrating women’s leadership across the energy transition.
19:00 - 19:08
08 mins
Opening Remarks
19:08 - 19:15
07 mins
Welcome Address
Senior Representative
WoodsideEnergy
Senior Representative
Nordex SE
Appetiser Service & Networking
19:30 - 19:40
10 mins
Start-up Challenge Award Presentation
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Recognising emerging innovators and breakthrough ideas across the APAC energy transition ecosystem, setting the stage for an evening of impact and inspiration.
Main Course Service
20:00 - 20:10
10 mins
From Start-up to Industry Impact
Mary Barry
CEO & Director
CircularEco Pty Ltd
HERizon 2030: Breaking Boundaries, Shaping the Future
20:10 - 20:20
10 mins
Leadership Storytelling & Honours
A featured HERizon moment recognising outstanding women leaders, accompanied by reflections from selected honourees shaping the future of the transition.
Featuring:
Lily D’Ambrosio
Minister for Climate Action, Energy and Resources, and the SEC
Victorian Government
20:20 - 21:10
50 mins
HERizon2030 Awards for Cross-Sector Leadership Recognition
Celebrating influential women driving impact and innovation across SAF, carbon capture, AI for energy, and the broader energy transition landscape. Presented before 800+ senior leaders, this flagship segment highlights outstanding female leadership through individual keynote speeches and recognition awards on one of the week’s most prominent stages.
Anh Mai
Executive Director, Offshore Wind Energy Victoria (OWEV)
Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action
Rebecca Orme
Managing Director, Legal and Sustainability
FedEx
Evgenia Starkova
Vice President Strategy, Marketing and Sustainability
SkyTeam
Colette Munro
Pacific Zone President
Schneider Electric
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Nor Ain (PMP) Md Salleh
General Manager, Carbon Capture Storage, PETRONAS;
Chief Executive Officer
PETRONAS CCS Solutions
21:10 - 21:20
10 mins
Special Performance & Closing
Sustainability & Diversity Night Guests Include:
Hon Lily D'Ambrosio MP
Minister for Climate Action; Energy and Resources; State Electricity Commission
Victorian Government
Mary Barry
CEO and Founder of CircularEco, Founding Director and CEO
Women of Offshore Wind
Erin Coldham
Chief Development Officer
Star of the South
Ryan Nguyen
Vice-President
Monash Energy Club
Paul Medwell
Professor
The University of Adelaide
Gala Dinner Agenda
19:00 - 19:15
15 mins
Grand Ceremony: Welcome to Country
by Wurundjeri Elder Perry Wandin
19:20 - 19:30
10 mins
Cheers to Our Sponsor: Gippsland Skies Welcome Address
19:50 - 20:00
10 mins
Celebrating Excellence: Student Day Awards
20:00 - 20:30
30 mins
Embracing Diversity: Engaging Dialogues
