What an Evening! There is something truly transformative about a room full of women celebrating women. Yesterday’s Lean In Inc. International Women’s Day event was a powerhouse of inspiration, resilience, and raw storytelling. Our incredible keynote speakers didn’t just share their journeys they ignited a fire for leadership and community impact: * Sumeet Saigal: The "Sauce Boss" showed us how to blend business acumen with deep cultural purpose. * Indu Balachandran: A strategist leading with "head and heart" to drive systemic change. * Shivani Gopal: The ELLADEX visionary rewriting the rules on equity and financial power. * Dr. Kiran Jassal: A founding member and medical leader dedicated to inclusive healthcare. To every delegate, CEO, and changemaker who joined us: Thank you. Your energy is what makes this community thrive. Let’s carry this momentum forward and continue to champion equity every single day. #IWD2026 #LeanInInc #WomenInLeadership #SocialImpact #WomenSupportingWomen Sue Advani Ekta Nankani Poonam B. Anjali Balani Urvashi Arora Anu Srinivas
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Empowering And Supporting Newly Arrived Migrants Settle Into Australia
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Lean In Inc is a not for profit community based organisation established in 2017 and is dedicated to empowering migrants and supporting migrants settle into Australia. The organisation is run entirely by volunteers who are passionate about Lean In Inc’s mission.
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https://leanin.com.au/
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- 2-10 employees
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- Sydney
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- 2017
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The delegate. The CEO. The Changemaker. We are honored to welcome Shivani Gopal as a keynote speaker for our upcoming IWD event! Shivani is a serial entrepreneur and the visionary behind ELLADEX, a tech platform that has empowered tens of thousands of women to elevate their professional and financial success. 📈 The Stats: 💰 $1.5M+ in pay rises secured for women. 🎓 Founder of Australia’s first global mentoring platform. 🌍 Australian delegate to the G20 and UN Women. Shivani doesn't just challenge conventional thinking on equity and power—she rewrites the rules. Join us to hear her incredible story of resilience and her roadmap for the future of work. Grab your tickets now https://lnkd.in/gHqsXU_s #InternationalWomensDay #ELLADEX #Leadership #FinancialEmpowerment #LeanInInc Ekta Nankani Sue Advani Anjali Balani Urvashi Arora Poonam B.
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We are honored to announce Dr. Kiran Jassal as a keynote speaker for the Lean In Inc. IWD event! Dr. Jassal’s journey from migrating to Australia at age nine to becoming a leading medical professional is nothing short of inspiring. With over 25 years of experience as a GP, she has dedicated her career to migrant communities, specializing in Women’s Health and Mental Health. At a Glance: Legacy: A founding member of Lean In Inc. Leadership: Executive Committee member of the Australian Indian Medical Graduates Association (AIMGA). Expertise: A University of Sydney alumna with a lifelong commitment to inclusive healthcare. Join us as Dr. Jassal shares her insights on leadership, health, and resilience. 📍 Secure your spot here: https://lnkd.in/gHqsXU_s #IWD2026 #LeanInInc #WomenInMedicine #Leadership Sue Advani Ekta Nankani Urvashi Arora Anjali Balani Poonam B.
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We are honored to welcome Indu Balachandran to the LeanIn Inc. International Women’s Day stage! Indu is a strategist, Chartered Accountant, and Global Atlantic Fellow with 20+ years in social impact. From her role as a Ku-ring-gai Councillor to her work with the Great Barrier Reef Foundation, she leads with both head and heart. Highlights of her impact: Advocacy: Founded the Aunties Fund (2025) to support South Asian communities in Sydney. Leadership: Board Chair of Community Resources and the Institute of Culture & Society. Spirit: A veena player and cook who finds her greatest strength in her vibrant community networks. 🌿🎶 Join us to hear Indu’s insights on driving systemic change through connection and courage. https://lnkd.in/gHqsXU_s #IWD2026 #LeanInInc #WomenInLeadership #SocialImpact Sue Advani Ekta Nankani Poonam B. Urvashi Arora Anjali Balani
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Meet the woman who turned a "secret sauce" into a national success story. 🏆 MBA, Harvard-trained, and MasterChef star—Sumeet Saigal is redefining what it means to lead with flavor and purpose. Don't miss her keynote this International Women’s Day! Secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/gHqsXU_s Ekta Nankani Sue Advani Poonam B. Anjali Balani Urvashi Arora
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Let’s Balance the Scales together. International Women’s Day is more than a date on the calendar—it’s a movement toward fairness, resilience, and mutual support. We're thrilled to invite you to Lean In Inc’s IWD Celebration! This year, we are diving deep into what it means to "Balance the Scales" and "Give to Gain." We’ll be sharing stories of strength and discussing how we can better lift each other up in our careers and personal lives. What to expect: Insights on Women’s Health & Resilience. Inspiring journeys from local leaders. High-value networking with a community of empowered women. When: 5 March 2026 | 6:00 PM Where: Curry Lovers, Epping Investment: $30 (Includes light refreshments) Let’s connect, reflect, and celebrate the incredible power of women. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gHqsXU_s #IWD2026 #LeanIn #WomenInLeadership #BalanceTheScales #GiveToGain #NetworkingEvent Sue Advani Ekta Nankani Anjali Balani Urvashi Arora Poonam B.