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Meet our Finalists

Mitre 10

2024 EWIT Gala Major Sponsor

“Mitre 10 is part of the Independent Hardware Group, Australia’s leading hardware wholesaler. Our purpose is deeply rooted to Building Successful Independents. We have a strong, local presence and our brand essence as being Proudly Local, Supporting Locals, celebrates inclusivity and diversity. Mitre 10 are honoured to support the EWIT Gala 2024. This partnership will inspire the next generation to build a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive in the trades.”

Tradie Lady of the Year

Presented by Your Business

NameTradeState
Felicity Pettiford
Carpentry
NSW
Katie Hayward
Electrician
WA
Penny Petridis
Carpentry
NSW
Stacey Swetnam
Landscaper
NSW
Tamarah VosElectricianVIC

Tradie Trailblazer

Presented by Reece Group

“Supporting the next generation of our industry to be more diverse and inclusive is important to us at Reece. We’re proud to support the work of Empowered Women Trade and sponsor the Tradie Trailblazer award, recognising individuals in our industry who have made significant contributions to make our industry more inclusive.”

NameTradeState
Camila BernalCaulkerVIC
Jaime-Lee Monro
Handywoman
VIC
Kristy Lee O’Farrell
Electrician
NSW
Meredith Ramsey
Apprentice Upholsterer
VIC
Narelle Warren
FencerNSW
Sarah BruntonElectricianNT
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Apprentice of the Year

Presented by MEGT

“MEGT fully supports providing women with fulfilling career pathways in all trades sectors, and to an ongoing process of mentoring to ensure they have the best opportunity to achieve nationally-recognised qualifications in a job they love”.

NameTradeState
Alice Stewart
Apprentice Furniture Maker
VIC
Bonnie Inkster
Fabrication – Welding
VIC
Britteny Lyon
Heavy Diesel Mechanic
NZ
Jaimie Enderby
Painting
NSW
Natasha SheltonElectricianSA
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Exceptional Educator

Presented by EDA Property

“ EDA Property is a leading client-centric property investment company founded by Anissa Cavallo. With a passion for helping women achieve financial freedom and a focus on mentoring, EDA Property guides clients through the intricacies of the property industry, equipping them with the knowledge and support needed to make informed investment decisions. They are especially dedicated to addressing the growing category of middle-aged women facing financial abuse and homelessness, offering a unique approach that combines financial expertise with mindset transformation. Through personalised mentoring and coaching, EDA Property equips women with the knowledge, tools, and support they need to overcome self-limiting beliefs and tap into their wealth-building potential. With a transparent, hands-on, and effective approach, the company guides clients in selecting appreciating assets and developing a wealth-building mindset, ensuring they can achieve long-term financial security.”

NameTradeState
Amanda Hug
Holmesglen
VIC
Jo Saccomani
Two Sheds Workshop
ACT
Kerstin Hartmann
FDC Building
NSW
Kirsti van der Zeil
Supervisor
QLD
Penny Petridis
Carpenter
NSW
Su Hauck
Bendigo TAFE Carpentry LecturerVIC

Industry Leader – Diversity & Inclusion

Presented by Viva Energy

“Shell Card are always looking to support industry sectors where we can make a difference. Sponsoring the Empowered Women in Trade event is a perfect fit as we look to support all women across this field and the wider STEM community.

Shell Card helps fuel business, whether you run a single business vehicle or a whole fleet, a ute or a truck, a fuel card streamlines your fuel management. Shell Card makes it easy for business owners to keep track of their fuel purchases, and greatly reduce the time required to prepare business fuel tax claims. Shell Card is integrated to accounting software MYOB and XERO. The card is also linked to the Shell Card GO App where you can pay at pump without going in store. With a network of 1,300 Shell Card accepting sites Australia wide it’s an easy business decision.”

NameTradeState
Anne Boyle
Women in Plumbing
VIC
Hari Nikolaou
Headstart Hub Director
VIC
Matt Bywater
VIC
Mel Street
OMT | Founder LTARCQLD
Simon Gilard
Barwon Assest SolutionsVIC

Cultural Change Maker

Presented by RedZed

” RedZed is thrilled to be sponsoring the Cultural Change Award at the EWIT Gala, not only because it serves to recognise a tradesperson that has worked hard to create positive cultural change, which is an incredibly admirable pursuit, but also because RedZed believes wholeheartedly in the power of fostering a positive, supportive and empowering workplace culture. We are also excited to be supporting an event that shines a light on the trailblazers of the trades industry. As loan specialists for the self-employed, we are passionate about supporting this segment of the community and much like EWIT, we are committed to helping people realise their dreams. RedZed backs self-employed Australians, providing residential and commercial loans to those who might be overlooked by traditional banking institutions. Assessing applications on merit, and considering the unique characteristics of the individual, we’ve helped more than 20,000 self-employed borrowers achieve their finance goals.”

NameTradeState
Anne Boyle
Women in PlumbingVIC
Bek Bishop
Elite Building
VIC
Bradley Adams
UGL
VIC
Matt Tosolini
Komatsu
WA
Sarah Wright
Barwon Assest Solutions
VIC
Tara KellyApprentice AmbassadorVIC
RedZed

Exceptional Human Skills

Presented by CitiPower and Powercor

“We are proud to sponsor the Empowered Women in Trades Awards because we believe that inclusion and diversity are not just buzzwords, but essential pillars of our organisation’s success. By supporting and celebrating the achievements of women in trades, we are not only recognising their outstanding contributions but also inspiring a future where gender equity is the norm, not the exception.”

NameTradeState
Anne Boyle
Women in PlumbingVIC
Ashley Beeby
Heavy Vehicle Diesel MechanicVIC
Bek Bishop
Elite BuildingVIC
Jacqueline Dunbar
Local Jobs ProgramVIC
Jonno McCartney
McCartney ElectricalVIC