Women Chiefs of Enterprises International (Australia) (WCEI) is an Australian not-for-profit organisation with numerous international links as an affiliate member of Femmes chefs d'entreprises mondiales (FCEM).

Members of WCEI discover the rich legacy of uniting visionary women, where a vibrant community fosters support and camaraderie. WCEI members experience numerous benefits, with the most cherished being an extraordinary network of peers and connections. These invaluable relationships often evolve into remarkable friendships, spanning across Australia and the globe.

A note from the National President

WCEI brings together dynamic and vibrant entrepreneurial women and business leaders, fostering strong connections and enduring friendships as well as business outcomes.

Through a calendar of events and activities designed to motivate, we share our experiences, support and inspire each other. We recognise and celebrate excellence and achievements and mentor one another through challenges and tough times.

Since being founded in 1985 in Australia, WCEI has cultivated local, national and international networks. We are part of the global Femmes Chefs d’Entreprises Mondiales (FCEM) community. This international focus has meant that over the past several years we have held joint forums with The International Alliance for Women (TIAW), the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) in the US and developed and delivered a mentoring program for entrepreneurial women in the Indian Ocean alongside our sister organisations, Association Mauricienne des Femmes chefs d'Entreprises (AMFCE).

We welcome women from across Australia to explore our invitation-only membership.

Liz Ward
WCEI National President

 

 

Liz Ward

WCEI events are held regularly around Australia and we also participate in a range of international events and educational opportunities with partner organisations.

Don’t miss the fabulous and exciting functions held in your State, other States and other countries. They are opportunities to grow your business, meet like-minded women and make meaningful life-long connections.

WCEI New South Wales – Christmas Soiree

November 29 @ 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm
As 2024 draws to a close, we reflect on another incredible year of growth, collaboration, and networ...

WCEI Victoria Christmas Dinner Celebration

December 4 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
WCEI Victoria are delighted to invite you to join us for a festive Christmas Dinner at Mr Bianco, ho...

WCEI Queensland – Christmas Soiree

December 6 @ 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Join WCEI Queensland for a festive Christmas Celebration at The Moreton Club! Let’s come together ...

Recent Media and Videos

Mme Marie Christine Oghly, World President FCEM Well Wishes to Australia

2023 FCEM World Congress Paris Interview

An Evening with Queensland Ballet – 9 February 2024

Queensland Christmas Party 2023

Brisbane Portrait Prize 2023 – WCEI Preview and Luncheon – 29 September 2023

Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra (TSO) Behind the Scenes with WCEI – 27 September 2023

It’s Sky High – Celebrating Women in Aviation and Aerospace – Friday 4th August, 2023

Creating Connections – Event in partnership with Brisbane Festival and Hanworth House – 21 May 2023

WCEI TAS: Estate Planning and Networking – 9 May 2023

WCEI Queensland: President’s Luncheon – 27 April 2023

WCEI QLD – FareShare Dinner – 19 May 2022

WCEI QLD Exclusive Gold Coast Luncheon and Gallery Tour at HOTA, Home of the Arts

WCEI Conversations: Jen Hutchison – Journey to Self

Don’t Let Your Cashflow Strangle Your Business

WCEI TAS – Women in Wine – A Panel of Female Winemakers

WCEI QLD – Champagne Tasting with Bernadette O’Shea

How to Build Business Resilience Through Digital Adaptation – Stories From the Frontline

WCEI Conversations – How Many Nudges do You Need?

Innovative Women and Family Benefits in the Digital Age

WCEI Conversations: Behind the Dream Holidays – Insights into the Travel and Tourism Industry

WCEI Evening with FCEM World President Marie Christine Oghly

WCEI Conversations – Peak Productivity and Performance

WCEI Members Event – What’s Keeping you Awake at Night?

WCEI TAS Members – What Are Your Lockdown Positives?

Your Health and Wellbeing in Your Hands

The Game of Bridge – Why Millions of People Around the World Play It

WCEI QLD – International Women’s Day Soiree

Becoming A Member

Membership by Nomination and Invitation

WCEI-Gold-Coast-EVENT-PHOTOS-3

Membership is by invitation only. Proposed new members must be nominated by a current WCEI member and approved by their relevant resident State or Territory member committee.

If you are interested in membership, please reach out and we can provide you with further details.

Our Partners

WCEI is connected globally

FCEM Paris Congress

WCEI Australia is affiliated with the international network known as Les Femmes Chefs d’Enterprises Mondiales (FCEM) and is also affiliated with or holds membership with a number of international organisations which share our beliefs, values and passions.

We also participate in a range of events and educational opportunities with partner organisations as well as holding regular events around Australia.

WCEI National Head Office

Mobile Contact:  +61 423 909 566  

Email enquiries: office@wcei.com.au

Women Chiefs of Enterprises International

Experience a wide range of social, learning, networking and showcasing events, in our home state, nationally and internationally

Inspiring Women Leaders

Be part of a remarkable group of inspiring women leaders