You are invited to join Master Builders ACT for our International Women's Day luncheon at the picturesque Pialligo Estate on Tuesday 16 March.
As part of the Master Builders ACT inaugural International Women's Day event, we will play host to Emily Duggan, an Australian race car driver who has navigated her own path within the highly male-dominated industry.
Your ticket includes a range of exquisite canapes and beverages followed by an outstanding lunch, created with the finest local produce.
Bring a friend and join us in celebrating International Women's Day.
DATE: Tuesday 16th March, 2021
TIME: 12pm to 2:30pm
LOCATION: Pialligo Estate Glasshouse, 18 Kallaroo Road Pialligo
Guest Speakers
Emily Duggan - Race Car Driver @emilyduggan1 Emily Duggan is an Australian racing car driver who has navigated her own path within the highly male-dominated sport, and a very successful path at that. Ever since she finished high school, Emily has worked tirelessly to prove the doubters wrong, and leapfrog the hurdles standing in the way of her path to success – a lack of family support, industry knowledge and financial backing.
In March 2016, Emily made history as the first female driver to compete in the Super3 V8 Touring Car Series – the third tier of national V8 Supercar competition. It was an opportunity Emily created and funded herself, through sheer hard work. Always motivated to push herself to the next level, Emily stepped up to the Toyota 86 Series in 2018. Although she had the opportunity to sign with an existing team, she followed her instincts, built her own car, and raced for a team she owned and managed herself. In 2019, Emily’s relentless work ethic paid off, and enabled her to return to the Super3 series alongside a second campaign in Toyota 86s.
Away from the track, Emily’s unique and captivating story has attracted extensive coverage in mainstream and lifestyle publications such as Women’s Health Magazine. In 2019, she was appointed as an ambassador for Dare to be Different, an international organisation committed to inspiring, connecting and showcasing female talent in the motorsport industry. With her fiercely determined approach, refusal to take no for an answer and ability to motivate others to get the best out of themselves, Emily is an outstanding female athlete and a valued member of the Australian motorsport community.
Jo Farrell - General Manager - ACT, Kane Constructions
@buildlikeagirl
Throughout her career, Jo has challenged the inclusivity, respect, treatment and opportunities women have been afforded in the male-dominated construction and building industry. When she began her career in construction, Jo tried to get an apprenticeship and was met with a string of rejections. Not because of her skills, but because of her gender. She is now actively involved in changing perceptions, workplace culture, and stereotyping, in an aim to increase female representation from less than 2% in trade and skilled roles. Whether it’s leading a top Tier 2 construction company or answering calls from skilled women looking for a career in construction, Jo continues to challenge the idea that the industry can’t change faster and more effectively.