Women Leading AI, Scaling Community
About this Event
A high-impact evening exploring the Parallel Tracks of success: Mastering the shift to AI-driven discovery while scaling a defensible human community.
Building on the incredible energy of our previous Women in AI sell-out and our recent Breaking Barriers IWD Flagship, Women in SEO & Digital Marketing (WiSDM) is back to tackle the most significant shift in our industry.
Join us at the Expedia Group office at 1 Martin Place for an evening designed for leaders who refuse to choose between innovation and intuition. In an era where AI is rapidly commoditising content, your ability to integrate emerging tech while building a defensible human moat is what will make you irreplaceable.
Parallel Tracks for Mastering the Shift
Modern digital leadership requires a sync between two powerful forces. This evening is built around two distinct paths:
- Session 1 | The Future of Discovery: AI Agents, LLMs, and the New Search Landscape. Beyond keywords and rankings. We explore the technical logic required to navigate the move from traditional search engines to AI-driven discovery engines.
- Session 2 | The Human Moat: Why Community & Human Authority are the New Competitive Advantage. In an automated world, trust is the only asset that doesn’t scale. We dive into the strategy and heart required to build communities that serve as a brand’s ultimate defensible moat.
✨ Early Bird Tickets are Now Live! ✨
To reward our early movers, we are opening a strictly limited release of 30 Early Bird tickets starting today. Just like our IWD celebration, we expect these spots to go fast. Secure your place at the best possible price before the general release.
💌 Keeping the door open for the next generation.
At WiSDM, we believe our industry is at its best when the rooms are filled with a mix of established wisdom and fresh perspectives. This year, we’ve introduced new ways to ensure our high-level events remain accessible:
- Limited Emerging Talent Tier: A specially priced ticket for students and recent graduates (with <2 years experience). Verification will be required and should you be deemed ineligible, you will be required to pay the full price.
- Gift a Ticket (Scholarship): For progessionls who want to pay it forward. Your purchase covers a scholarship seat. You can name a specific recipient in the order comments, or let WiSDM award the seat to a student or career-starter from our scholarship pool.
If you are genuinely experiencing financial hardship and these tiers are still out of reach, please reach out to us regarding our limited scholarship spots.
Event Details
- What: Women Leading AI, Scaling Community
- When: Thursday, August 13th, 2026 (5:30 PM - 9:00 PM)
- Where: Expedia Group, 1 Martin Place, Sydney CBD
- Produced & Powered by: Switch Key Digital
- Headline Partner: WithFrontier
- Venue Sponsor: Expedia Group
Meet Your Host & Our Inspiring Panellists
Your host and moderator for the evening will be Georgia Tan, Founder of WiSDM and Co-founder at Switch Key Digital.
Our inspiring panellists include:
- Angela Shi – Founder & CEO, Empathetic AI
- Despina Gavoyannis – Senior SEO Specialist, Ahrefs
- Angela Kim - Head of Insights, Reporting and Data Analytics & AI, AIA
- Nina Juhl – Senior Manager (Curiosity), UNSW Founders
More high-impact speakers and industry leaders to be revealed shortly! Stay tuned for our first announcement.
Who Should Attend
This event is designed for everyone who supports the WiSDM mission:
- Marketing Leaders looking to integrate LLMs and AI into their strategic workflows.
- Community Builders focused on scaling high-touch, high-value human networks.
- Innovators eager to explore how these parallel tracks intersect to drive sustainable growth.
- Allies and supporters passionate about connecting with and learning from a vibrant community dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment in the digital space.
Important Information
Photography & Video: By attending this event, you consent to being photographed or video-recorded, as we'll be capturing the evening's highlights for our community and promotional purposes. If you would prefer not to be in our photos or videos, let a member of our team know and we'll be happy to accommodate your request.
1. Any changes to the core program will be communicated on the event page and via email.
2. While the date and location are confirmed, The Organiser reserves the right to change the date, time, or venue due to unforeseen circumstances or reasons beyond our reasonable control. In the event of a change, all ticket purchasers will be notified immediately via email and offered a full refund if the new details are unsuitable.
We can’t wait to see you at Martin Place for a night of innovation, connection and growth! 💜🧡💚
Agenda
🕑: 05:30 PM - 05:30 PM
Doors Open
Info: Doors open. Welcome drinks, canapés, and mystery networking cards upon registration.
🕑: 06:00 PM - 06:10 PM
Welcome Remarks
Info: Official Welcome and Housekeeping
🕑: 06:10 PM - 06:55 PM
Session 1: The Future of Discovery: AI Agents, LLMs, the New Search Landscape
Info: Beyond keywords and rankings. A deep dive into the world of AI Agents and LLMs, and how brands can survive the shift from traditional search to the era of Synthetic Discovery.
🕑: 06:55 PM - 07:15 PM
Mid-Session Break
Info: A quick 20-minute reset for refreshments and targeted networking
🕑: 07:15 PM - 08:00 PM
Session 2: Community & the Human Moat as the New Competitive Advantage
Info: In an automated world, trust is the only thing that doesn't scale. We explore why Community and Human Authority are becoming the ultimate competitive advantage for leaders and innovators.
🕑: 08:00 PM - 08:05 PM
The Thank You & What's Next
Info: Community announcements and a toast to the community.
🕑: 08:10 PM - 09:00 PM
Dessert & Deep Networking
Info: Dedicated time for deeper conversations, dessert, and those final mystery card connections.
🕑: 09:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Evening Concludes
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
AUD 27.00 to AUD 35.00
