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Mums Mean Business: A Conference for Working Mums
Raising little humans while building a career or business can feel impossible some days. Mums Mean Business is a day to step out of the juggle, learn from women who are living it, make connections, and leave with ideas you can actually use.
Whether you’re self-employed, climbing the career ladder, changing careers, or somewhere in between, this day is all about bringing together mums who get it.
Keynote speakers:
Dr Morgan Edwards, "You don't have to earn your rest"
Dr Morgan Edwards is a mum, an anaesthetist, and a content creator. She is passionate about empowering her patients and women all over the world with scientifically backed data to make informed decisions, especially during childbirth. She regularly speaks out on government policies and helps her audience find actionable ways to advocate for change. She’s a mum of two, loves to travel, and is an all-round great human.
Emma McLean, “The Honest Conversation about Success: trade-offs and redefining what success means”
Emma McLean is the mother of three young adults and founder of Works for Everyone. She experienced first-hand how hard it was to have a career and a family during her 20-year career in corporate strategy. Alongside Works for Everyone, she runs a successful podcast “How to Smash the Motherhood Penalty”, runs the NZ Part Time Power List, and most importantly, is a lifelong Swiftie.
Our panels for the day:
The Invisible Mental Load: Advice to Avoid Burnout
Leadership as a Busy Parent: Leading on All Fronts
Building a Personal Brand: Finding confidence & opportunities
Speakers include:
Meg Mansell (co-host on The Edge Breakfast)
Alex Cappy (CEO First Table)
Ashleigh Scott (The Facialist)
Bex Jujnovich (Content Creator & Marketer)
Renee Diment (Nutritionist, PT, & Podcaster)
Hannah Porter (Founder, Bear & Moo)
Courtney Bennet (Founder, Premmie Knitting Club)
Jasmine Kim (Content Creator & Marketer)
Charlotte Norris (Invigorate Media)
Sachie Nomura (Owner of Sachie's Kitchen/Elemental Cooking School)
Reina Vaai (Lawyer & Journalist)
What's included: Full-day entry, iced/hot coffee (available from 8am), morning tea, and lunch, a glass of bubbles or a mocktail over networking.
When: Saturday 14 November 2026, registration opens at 8am (first key note will start at 8:40am), 5pm finish.
Where: Te Puna Creative Hub, 8/14 Henderson Valley Road, Henderson, Auckland 0612
Tickets: General admission $150 incl GST. Please check your spam emails after booking if you don’t receive a confirmation!
FAQs
Can I bring my baby? Of course, but we would ask you to pop outside with them if they get unsettled so as not to disturb the speakers and the other mums attending.
Is there parking? There is very limited parking on site, but there is parking on surrounding streets, or we encourage you to use public transport - it’s right next to Henderson station!
Dietary requirements? Let us know when you book and we’ll take care of the rest.
Refunds? Refunds are not permitted, but you are welcome to change the name on a ticket.
Who's organising? Mums Mean Business is run by Renata Wiles (Roam With Kids) and Nicole Turner (Sea Turner).
Do I need to know anyone attending? No! There will be lots of opportunities for networking and meeting people.
Raising little humans while building a career or business can feel impossible some days. Mums Mean Business is a day to step out of the juggle, learn from women who are living it, make connections, and leave with ideas you can actually use.
Whether you’re self-employed, climbing the career ladder, changing careers, or somewhere in between, this day is all about bringing together mums who get it.
Keynote speakers:
Dr Morgan Edwards, "You don't have to earn your rest"
Dr Morgan Edwards is a mum, an anaesthetist, and a content creator. She is passionate about empowering her patients and women all over the world with scientifically backed data to make informed decisions, especially during childbirth. She regularly speaks out on government policies and helps her audience find actionable ways to advocate for change. She’s a mum of two, loves to travel, and is an all-round great human.
Emma McLean, “The Honest Conversation about Success: trade-offs and redefining what success means”
Emma McLean is the mother of three young adults and founder of Works for Everyone. She experienced first-hand how hard it was to have a career and a family during her 20-year career in corporate strategy. Alongside Works for Everyone, she runs a successful podcast “How to Smash the Motherhood Penalty”, runs the NZ Part Time Power List, and most importantly, is a lifelong Swiftie.
Our panels for the day:
The Invisible Mental Load: Advice to Avoid Burnout
Leadership as a Busy Parent: Leading on All Fronts
Building a Personal Brand: Finding confidence & opportunities
Speakers include:
Meg Mansell (co-host on The Edge Breakfast)
Alex Cappy (CEO First Table)
Ashleigh Scott (The Facialist)
Bex Jujnovich (Content Creator & Marketer)
Renee Diment (Nutritionist, PT, & Podcaster)
Hannah Porter (Founder, Bear & Moo)
Courtney Bennet (Founder, Premmie Knitting Club)
Jasmine Kim (Content Creator & Marketer)
Charlotte Norris (Invigorate Media)
Sachie Nomura (Owner of Sachie's Kitchen/Elemental Cooking School)
Reina Vaai (Lawyer & Journalist)
What's included: Full-day entry, iced/hot coffee (available from 8am), morning tea, and lunch, a glass of bubbles or a mocktail over networking.
When: Saturday 14 November 2026, registration opens at 8am (first key note will start at 8:40am), 5pm finish.
Where: Te Puna Creative Hub, 8/14 Henderson Valley Road, Henderson, Auckland 0612
Tickets: General admission $150 incl GST. Please check your spam emails after booking if you don’t receive a confirmation!
FAQs
Can I bring my baby? Of course, but we would ask you to pop outside with them if they get unsettled so as not to disturb the speakers and the other mums attending.
Is there parking? There is very limited parking on site, but there is parking on surrounding streets, or we encourage you to use public transport - it’s right next to Henderson station!
Dietary requirements? Let us know when you book and we’ll take care of the rest.
Refunds? Refunds are not permitted, but you are welcome to change the name on a ticket.
Who's organising? Mums Mean Business is run by Renata Wiles (Roam With Kids) and Nicole Turner (Sea Turner).
Do I need to know anyone attending? No! There will be lots of opportunities for networking and meeting people.