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FACTS ABOUT WOMEN

Women own 585,000 of the 1.9 million small businesses operating in Australia.

Women own almost half of all home-based businesses and one-third of businesses operating from other locations.

Women setting up business from home is the fastest growing sector of the Australian economy.

46% of women run their businesses from home - a 20% increase in the last five years.

Women make or influence 80% of all purchasing decisions.

Women owned businesses have less external debt, are more profitable and profitable much earlier than those owned by men.

94% of all Australian businesses have an annual turnover of less that 2 million dollars.

About Us

About Women's Network Australia

The Concept

It started with a few women helping each other, sharing business contacts, information and ideas for success. 20 years on and it has become the Nation's leading networking organisation for women in business.

Women's Network Australia is a membership-based organisation that empowers and encourages women to reach their full potential in business. For over two decades this premier business women's network has been educating, guiding and supporting women in their pursuit of business success.

We offer a balanced range of membership activities which are supported by educational services including workshops, seminars and consulting services. Through regular business events in Adelaide, Hobart, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Melbourne, Sydney, Canberra and Perth, outstanding self-promotion and networking and mentoring opportunities are made available to our Members and, more importantly, encouraged. The ignition of trade and referrals between our Members is one of our organisation's most recognised and valued features.

On joining Women's Network Australia you instantly tap into an extensive network of business and personal contacts and an environment that is supportive of both your business and personal goals. We continue to grow and lead the way as one of the most respected and valuable resources for women in business today. You'll find, like thousands of women who have joined before you, that becoming a Member of Women's Network Australia is only the first of many benefits to be gained from your rewarding relationship with us.

The History

Women's Network Australia was established in 1990 by business entrepreneur Lynette Palmen AM. Inspired by her own personal and business experiences in the corporate sector during the 80s and 90s, she set out to design an organisation based on what she wished had been available to her.

Lynette spends much of her time travelling across the Nation speaking to, for and about women and the issues that are important to women and their success in both the corporate, small business and home-based sector. Lynette's business style is bold and upfront and her leadership qualities are inspirational. She is a mentor and role model to thousands of women across Australia.

Lynette was recognised by the Queen's Honours List for her passion to see women succeed. Read Story  

Some 20 years on, the organisation now boasts in excess of 15,000 Members and Subscribers with over 40,000 business women benefiting from its existence annually. Originating in Brisbane, Queensland the organisation now also operates in South Australia, Victoria, New South Wales, Western Australia and Tasmania. Click to view our national and international affiliations.

Our Aims are to:

• Provide a strong network of business and personal contacts and to encourage trade and information sharing between Members.
• Provide access to professional and personal development information in a unique and supportive business environment.
• Inspire and encourage women to develop professional strategies and skills for success in business.
• Provide a pooling facility for like-minded individuals to share information, ideas and knowledge and bring about positive change.
• Provide a forum for the recognition of women's achievements and encourage others to emulate these role models.
• Lift the level of awareness, acceptance and visibility of women and the talents and resources they have to offer the economy.

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