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International Women’s Day 2025 | Kenkō Studios, Auckland

Earlier this month, we gathered at the beautiful Kenkō Studios in Auckland to celebrate International Women’s Day with an intimate afternoon of connection, learning, and inspiration. The energy in the room was electric—filled with powerhouse women in business, deep conversations, and new connections that will no doubt spark exciting collaborations in the months to come.

From the moment guests arrived through the gates at Kenkō Studios, it was clear this was more than just an event—it was an experience. With delicious cocktails in hand and surrounded by like-minded women, attendees had the chance to step away from the day-to-day hustle and truly immerse themselves in conversation, inspiration, and celebration.

Our incredible panel of speakers shared real, unfiltered insights on business growth, branding, resilience, and building a purpose-driven brand: Michelle Fowler – Founder of Half Light Studio, brand and marketing strategist, and self-proclaimed life optimiser. Laura Mohi – Founder of Wild Pilates, who scaled her boutique studio into a thriving global membership platform. Luci Marshall – Director of Rise & Shine PR, a powerhouse in communications and PR strategy. Ashleigh Scott – Founder of The Facialist & Noody Skincare, blending science and self-care in the beauty industry.

We are so grateful for each of these women, who shared a wealth of knowledge and experience, leaving attendees with invaluable takeaways and a renewed sense of purpose in their business journeys.

Beautiful Photos by Samantha Donaldson Photography.

A Heartfelt Thank You

A huge thank you to our sponsors and everyone who helped make this event such a success. From the stunning styling and furniture hire to the delicious drinks and our thoughtfully curated goodie bags—every little detail was made possible by the incredible brands who partnered with us.

Special thanks to:
Lucy’s eventhire | H. Studio | Kenkō Studios | The Cocktail Guy | The Pretty Collective | Mila Mae And Co. | Samantha Donaldson Photography | Social Journey Marketing | Sophie Store

And to our goodie bag sponsors, who filled our bags with the most beautiful products:
Adashiko | Ārepa | Austere Skin | Bennetto Natural Foods | BYRE Pure Matcha | Innerbloom | Nothing Naughty | Sophie Store | The Facialist | Trilogy | Two Islands Co | Welle Essentials

What’s Next?

This event was a reminder of the power of in-person connection—something we’re bringing back on an even bigger scale this October. ✨

Tickets are now on sale for our 2025 Golden Success Conference at The Calile Hotel, Brisbane on October 7th.

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