Toowoomba Inspired Minds Lunch

Breaking Barriers & Building Futures

Join us on Friday, 27 February at our Inspired Minds Lunch designed exclusively for the women shaping the future of the construction industry. A crucial discussion and an unmissable chance to network with others on the same journey.

The path for women in this industry is unique, marked by resilience and vision. Our panel and interactive discussion will dive deep into the essential topics that matter most to your success and the future of our field.

• Breaking barriers & driving diversity: Strategies for navigating challenges, overcoming setbacks, and actively closing the gender gap across the industry.
• Defining your success: Explore the diverse career paths women take and learn how to instill confidence, empower your teams, and redefine what success (personal and professional) truly means to you.
• Building a culture of growth: Insights into fostering inclusivity in the workplace and the crucial importance of relationship building – both internal and external to ensure collective achievement.

This is your chance to contribute to the conversation that will shape the future of our sector. Leave with a stronger network and practical tactics for your 2026 objectives, as well as a sense of inspiration and empowerment.

Our Speakers

Jacintha Wilson

People & Culture Manager | Newlands Group

As People & Culture Manager at Newlands Group, Jacintha is a driving force in building a stronger, more inclusive industry.

Jacintha specialises in shaping workplace culture, leading strategic initiatives across professional development, upskilling, and clear career pathway creation. Passionate about developing the next generation of construction professionals, she is key to programs that support growth and greater diversity. Under her leadership, Newlands has achieved a workforce comprising 17% women across office and site roles – a concrete example of her commitment to closing the gender gap.

Bringing a Bachelor of Business and a Diploma of Human Resource Management, Jacintha strategically balances operational needs with talent retention and employee wellbeing. Jacintha is recognised for her strategic mindset, people-first approach, and genuine commitment to creating a workplace where every individual has the opportunity to thrive.

Mia Rennick

Building Cadet – Marketing & Systems | Alliance Building & Construction

Mia Rennick brings a powerful and multidisciplinary perspective to Alliance Building & Construction, contributing to major developments and complex refurbishment projects.

Mia’s journey exemplifies the diverse paths women take into the industry. Starting her 'career' as a Hydraulic Fitter during her school holidays, she is deeply passionate about creating accessible pathways for women in traditionally male-dominated fields. Mia strengthens her expertise by blending hands-on site experience with formal qualifications, including a Certificate IV in Project Management.

Her unique background, including a Master of Business Administration and experience in small-business ownership and marketing, provides her with strong leadership, organisational, and problem-solving capabilities essential for navigating and succeeding in the construction environment.

Chiara Farrell

Co-Founder & Director | Nara Workplace Capability Consultancy

Chiara Farrell is deeply passionate about empowering individuals both professionally and personally. She believes that work is just one layer of identity, and that people thrive when they feel fulfilled, aligned, and genuinely engaged in what they do.

With a diverse career spanning not-for-profit organisations, venture capital, and large corporates, Chiara brings a broad, practical understanding of how people and workplaces thrive together. She believes that work is just one layer of identity, and that people reach their potential when they feel aligned and genuinely engaged in their roles.

The work she finds most rewarding is helping individuals develop in ways that feel authentic and purposeful. Chiara focuses on creating environments where people can align their personal values with their organization’s vision – a crucial element for building leadership confidence and fostering effective collaboration within teams.