International Women's Day Charity Luncheon
saturday 8 March 2025
the grange | InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort
12pm - 3pm
Raise a glass and celebrate trailblazing women at our International Women’s Day Charity Luncheon – an afternoon of inspiration, celebration, and champagne toasts!
Hosted at The Grange, this exclusive and intimate event offers a sumptuous gourmet dining experience with free-flowing drinks, all while hearing from game-changing female leaders who are shaping the future of sport and business. Be inspired by their stories, celebrate achievements, and toast to the incredible impact of women in sport.
Gather your friends and make it an afternoon to remember!
This unforgettable event also supports a great cause, with proceeds benefiting the Gold Coast Festival of Golf’s Charity Partner, the Aussie Athlete Fund.
Spaces are limited – secure your spot now and be part of this incredible celebration!
COST: $250 per person or $2,200 for a table of 10
🎟 BONUS: Every ticket purchase includes a complimentary general admission ticket to the Australian WPGA Championship!
GUEST SPEAKERS
SAM SQUIERS - Sports Journalist, Presenter & Author
Sam Squiers is an award-winning sports journalist, Fox Sports News presenter, and Women’s Sports Lead at foxsports.com.au. A passionate advocate for women in sport, she founded Sportette in 2014, shaping it into a leading think tank.
As an author, Sam’s books Princesses Wear Sneakers (2020) and Running with Wings (2024) have reached audiences in Australia and the UK. She also featured in the Disney+ documentary Matildas: The World at Our Feet and was a FIFA Women’s World Cup Beyond Greatness Champion.
A WPGA Board Director and devoted mum, Sam continues to champion women’s sport on and off the field.
NATALIE COOK - Olympian, Speaker & Visionary
Natalie Cook is a five-time Olympian, Olympic gold and bronze medallist, and a trailblazer in Australian sport. A Hall of Fame inductee and former Queensland Olympic Council President, she continues to shape the future of athletics as a board member for Brisbane 2032 and the World Olympians Association.
Beyond the sand, Natalie is an author (Go Girl: An Inspiring Journey from Bronze to Gold), corporate speaker, and leadership coach, inspiring teams and businesses with her expertise in motivation and success. She also founded the Aussie Athletes Fund and SurfVolley, championing grassroots sports and athlete well-being.
A dedicated mother and visionary leader, Natalie’s passion for sport, teamwork, and resilience remains at the heart of everything she does.
KERRI POTHARST - Olympian, Mindset Coach & High-Performance Mentor
Kerri Pottharst is a three-time Olympian, Olympic gold and bronze medallist, and one of Australia’s most inspiring speakers. Best known for her historic victory alongside Natalie Cook at the Sydney 2000 Olympics, Kerri’s journey from overcoming injury to becoming a world champion is a testament to resilience and peak performance.
Now a sought-after keynote speaker, coach, and mentor, Kerri shares the mindset and strategies behind elite success, empowering audiences in leadership, business, and personal growth. She is also the author of The Business of Being an Athlete and a global sports commentator.
A true motivator, Kerri continues to push boundaries, whether mentoring future champions, tackling gruelling challenges like SAS Australia, or inspiring others to embrace their own “Walk of Courage.”
TIFFANY KIRKWOOD - COO & Strategic Growth Leader
A powerhouse in leadership and innovation, Tiffany Kirkwood brings over 25 years of global experience driving success across major industries. As Chief Operating Officer of Hastings Deering, she leads with vision and impact, shaping the future of operations in construction, energy, and transport. Having held senior roles with industry giants like Caterpillar and Volvo across Australia, the USA, and Asia-Pacific, Tiffany is a trailblazer in strategic growth and transformation.
With a dynamic career spanning international markets and executive leadership, Tiffany’s insights into resilience, leadership, and breaking barriers in male-dominated industries make her an unmissable speaker.
ALEXANDRA ARMAS - CEO, Ladies European Tour
A driving force in women’s golf, Alexandra Armas is the CEO of the Ladies European Tour (LET), leading the Tour’s growth and global expansion.
A former professional golfer, Alexandra played on the LET after earning a golf scholarship at Wake Forest University, where she also completed a master’s in business. She first served as Executive Director of the LET for nearly eight years before establishing her own sports marketing consultancy.
Returning as CEO in 2019, Alexandra has been instrumental in rebuilding and expanding the LET, creating more playing opportunities for female golfers worldwide. Under her leadership, the Tour has grown to 30 events across 20 countries, with record-breaking prize money and broadcast reach.
KAREN LUNN - CEO, WPGA Tour of Australasia
A highly respected leader in women’s golf, Karen Lunn is the CEO of the WPGA Tour of Australasia, overseeing the development and growth of professional women’s golf in Australia and New Zealand.
During her playing career, Karen competed on all the major women’s tours, securing 14 international titles across 10 countries, including the 1993 Women’s British Open. She proudly represented Australia in multiple international team events and served as Chair of the Ladies European Tour Board for a decade.
Beyond the course, Karen has worked as a TV commentator and mentor for Australia’s next generation of female golfers. She continues to shape the future of the game, holding key roles on the Australian Golf Industry Council and the Rolex Women’s World Rankings Committee. In 2022, she made history as the first female Chair of the Australian Golf Industry Council.
