Marketing agency Pangea has launched a networking event called Empowering Marketing Mums Australia (EMMA) for 20 marketing mums who are on maternity leave in Melbourne.
This event in South Yarra includes a two-hour forum on returning to work after maternity leave, rediscovering professional strengths, a crash course on recent industry trends, insights into how the modern marketing landscape has evolved, and some much-needed inspiration.
Followed by a lunch at The Beverly, attendees can enjoy good company and start building a community that supports and encourages one another.
Guest speaker from Uber Luci Hodgson said there can be a perception that 'taking time off' to birth/raise your children can be detrimental to career growth.
"The reality is that becoming a parent elevates you. It broadens your perspectives and experiences, forces you to prioritise your time and energy, and ultimately empowers you," Hodgson said.
Prudence Warnock, mother of two and seasoned business director at Pangea, spearheaded the development of this workshop.
Warnock said a proud mum and a dedicated professional, she deeply understands the emotional and practical challenges that come with returning to work after maternity leave.
"It can feel like a minefield," Warnock said.
"And only other working mothers can really understand. This workshop is designed to realistically address common challenges, and ensure that marketing mums, like myself, feel informed, prepared, supported, celebrated, and, most importantly, ready to step back into their careers with their best foot forward from day one.”
Other key speakers include Lauren Treweek, producer and co-host of the podcast “Ready or Not,” and Libby Gude, Ozdare CMO and equality activist.
The event will take place on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, with the workshop starting at 10:00 AM, followed by lunch at 12:00 PM, and concluding at 2:00 PM.
To register or learn more, please email prudence@thepangeaagency.com. Please RSVP by Tuesday October 1st, 2024 (spaces are limited).
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