IWD - Give to Gain: Leadership, Impact & the Power of Contribution

In celebration of International Women’s Day, Western Sydney Tech Innovators and Parramatta Library warmly invite you to an evening of conversation, insight, and connection exploring this year’s theme: Give to Gain.

Give to Gain asks us to reflect on how generosity — of time, leadership, capital, ideas, and care — can create meaningful impact not only for others, but for ourselves, our organisations, and our communities.

This panel brings together women leaders from the innovation community, local government, not-for-profit sector and investment, each with a unique perspective on leadership, systems change, and building long-term value through contribution.

Time: 5-7pm. (5pm arrival for 5.30pm start until 6.30pm and 6:30-7pm for networking).

Panel speakers:

• Shuoyan Zhu — Head of Partnerships, Western Sydney Tech Innovators & Western Sydney Startup Hub Manager (Moderator)
• Cr Hayley French — Councillor, City of Parramatta
• Linda Berrigan — Director of Brand and Storytelling, Good Things Australia
• Danielle Haj-Moussa — Investment Manager, Main Sequence

Together, the panel will explore:

• What giving looks like at different stages of leadership
• How values-led decision-making shapes long-term impact
• The trade-offs, risks, and returns of contribution
• How women can lead with generosity without burnout
• What we gain personally and collectively when we invest in others

This event is thought‑provoking, practical, and welcoming to anyone interested in leadership and impact.