Women are the big losers in this equation. And yes, I do mean right now, and right at the coalface, and not just in the wider sense.”

“When you can access this sort of journalism for free, like we can in New Zealand, there’s a real danger of taking it for granted.” Theresa Gattung

Gattung would like to see more women coming out of business schools, and to be encouraged to take the same risks that boys are when growing up.

Is the problem a shortage of opportunity, ambition or profile?

Co.OfWomen chair Theresa Gattung interviews fashion designer Kiri Nathan as part of Company of Women’s Ignite Leader Series event.

“Charity will not change the world's problems, the smartest minds in business will.” Theresa Gattung.

The day has been recognised worldwide for more than a century, but has gained momentum following the emergence of the #MeToo movement.

Gattung said SheEO was founded on the principal of women supporting women in business, and was designed to make securing funding straightforward.

Theresa Gattung discovered SheEO while at a conference in the United States, and describes it as “an investment in women and the next generation.”

“Speaking of names, I interviewed former Telecom boss Theresa Gattung yesterday. What a powerhouse. I was impressed.” Duncan Garner.

One of NZ's best known women talks about life lessons & business success.

It's been 125 years since women were given the right to vote in New Zealand and boy have we come a long way. Despite this, the number of women in leadership is still low compared to men.