

Connected Leadership helps women lead with clarity, confidence, and connection.
We work with women at every stage of leadership, from founders to executives to emerging leaders, and partner with organisations to build leadership that lasts. Through coaching, community, and tailored programmes, we strengthen people and organisations across Aotearoa.
What Connected Leadership Offers
All our women in leadership programmes unlock a world of invaluable opportunities, resources, and unwavering support. You’ll embark on a journey of personal and professional growth through tailored programmes designed specifically for women leaders or organisations, offering the tools, connections, and encouragement to elevate your leadership and expand your impact.
For Senior Leaders:
For Mid-Career Women:
For Female Founders:
For Everyone:
Our Founder, Dr Sue Watson, and Verena Cunningham, our Senior Associate, are our dedicated coaches, drawing on decades of leadership experience to coach you or your organisation.
Learn more about them here.Connected Leadership is a vibrant women’s leadership group in New Zealand, dedicated to uplifting women to lead with purpose and impact. Focused on increasing diversity and representation in leadership roles, the group brings together women from across industries, offering them a platform to learn, grow, and collaborate.
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Connected Leadership Programme
Joining our women in leadership programme unlocks a world of invaluable opportunities, resources, and unwavering support. You’ll embark on a journey of personal and professional growth through tailored programmes designed specifically for women leaders like you—offering the tools, connections, and encouragement to elevate your leadership and expand your impact.
In depth programme facilitated by women with CEO experience and active board positions
Supported by private networking, online resources and virtual check-ins, as well as coaching and support between workshops.
- For women in senior leadership roles
- Diverse leadership topics & practical strategies
- Small non-competitive industry groups
- Includes 6 x 4 hour (in person) workshops.
- Investment $7,750+GST

Connection & Support
Other key features and offers are:
There's a lot more to this community for women in leadership positions, including exclusive access to transformative events, expert coaching, and so much more. Together, we’re building a powerful network of women leaders ready to inspire, uplift, and drive meaningful change.

Uplifting women to influence what matters through the brilliance of peer support
CONNECTED LEADERSHIP PURPOSE

ABOUT US
Our inspiring women behind Connected Leadership are an experienced team dedicated to shaping a brighter future for Aotearoa. With a diverse blend of skills, leadership experience, and passion, we are committed to enhancing women in leadership roles to drive New Zealand forward.
We believe in the power of peer learning, where your unique insights are just as valuable as the knowledge we provide. Our world-class programs are designed and led by women who have walked the path, bringing CEO, and governance expertise to deliver real-world, transformative leadership guidance.

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