2026 International Women’s Day High Tea

Join us for 'Balance the Scales', an afternoon exploring leadership inequity, action and connection over high tea at The Westin.

The afternoon will feature a conversation on where inequities persist in leadership and the workplace, and the practical steps people and organisations are taking to address them. Insights from public policy, business, and social impact will shape the session, bringing a range of perspectives to this year’s theme.

The discussion will be moderated by Jody Evans, Associate Professor at Melbourne Business School and Director of the Women in Leadership Program. Additional speakers will be announced shortly.

Alongside the discussion, following a glass of Chandon Brut on arrival, guests will enjoy a three-tier high tea prepared by The Westin’s culinary team, featuring savoury and sweet seasonal items, classic scones, and unlimited Vittoria coffee, loose-leaf tea, and hot chocolate. Dietary requirements will be catered for where possible.

Hosted by the MBS Women’s Alumni Network, in partnership with the Women in Management.

What’s on the menu

Guests will enjoy a curated three-tier summer high tea, handcrafted on-site by The Westin’s culinary team, as well as a glass of Chandon Sparkling Brut on arrival.

The menu features a seasonal selection of savoury finger sandwiches, gourmet pastries, indulgent desserts, and classic scones served with accompaniments.

Unlimited Vittoria coffee, loose-leaf tea, and hot chocolate are included, with dietary requirements catered for where possible.

Speakers

• Jody Evans, Associate Professor and Program Director, Women in Leadership, MBS
• Elizabeth Wilson, Chief Information Officer, Victorian Department of Education
• Wendy Stops, Non-Executive Director, Coles and Chair, Fitted For Work Future Fund
• More speakers to be announced!

Important information

Dietary requirements must be provided at the point of ticket sale or at least 7 days prior to the event.

Tickets are non-refundable, however if you are no longer able to attend, you are welcome to privately sell or transfer your ticket.

Melbourne Business School extends its thanks to Claire Anglim (MBA 2023), President of the Women’s Alumni Network, and MBA student Fiona Sherwin, President of the Women in Management Club, for their leadership in organising this event.