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HIA’s Building Women events are powered by the collective efforts of everyone in our industry. This inspiring gathering isn’t just for women; it’s for leaders, builders, business owners, and change-makers like you, who believe in strength through diversity.
Whether you’re looking to support the women in your organisation or want to make lasting changes in the industry, your attendance is a powerful statement – it shows that you stand for equality and believe in fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive.
Speakers
Yvette Adams
Founder & Partner of The Creative Collective
Yvette is a true entrepreneur, having started six businesses—her first being a newspaper at just 17. Two of these businesses have since been successfully sold. Today she is the founder and partner of The Creative Collective, a full-service marketing agency specialising in branding, websites, digital marketing, and training. She is also the founder and owner of AwardsHub.com, an online portal that helps individuals and organisations find and enter business awards.
In addition to running businesses, she is a Twice-Published Author. She is also a Media Commentator & Speaker and is regularly called upon as a keynote speaker, facilitator, and MC for events.
Beyond business, she has chaired and participated in several leadership roles, including as Chair of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (Sunshine Coast) and the Sunshine Coast Council‘s Knowledge & Professional Services Industry Task Force.
As a proud dual citizen of both New Zealand and Australia, she is passionate about supporting causes related to technology, youth, entrepreneurship, and education. She is also an avid property investor, and loves anything to do with the ocean.
Carlie Brial
General Manager, Thompson Charity Foundation
As Owner Manager of BOQ Mooloolaba for 16 years, alongside her husband, Carlie Brial has give her time and support to several charities.
Carlie has sat on the Caloundra committee for Wishlist and been the coordinator for Mix FM's Give me 5 for Kids, continuing her support for the next 10 years she has volunteered during the campaign each year. BOQ Mooloolaba and My Weekly Preview ran the 300 Club charity event on Melbourne Cup Day for 6 years at the Sunshine Coast Turf Club, raising over $500,000 for Wishlist.
After four years as Thompson Sustainable Homes' Colour Consultant and Client Liaison, Carlie was asked to set up and run the Thompson Charity Foundation. As the General Manager, Carlie and the Foundation kicked off 2025 with a launch for Ladies Oaks Day. She ran a high tea and champagne tasting event in November raising funds for Rise 2. Rise 2 provides housing and support for woman and children who are the victims of domestic violence in the greater Sunshine Coast area. The Foundation has already raised over $50k this year for the Sunshine Coast Animal Refuge and Support a Village Community in Vanuatu.
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Corner First Ave And, South Sea Islander Way, Maroochydore QLD 4558
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