It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity (and we don’t say that lightly)
One of our aims here at Business Chicks is to make the impossible possible. We want to bust open doors and give you access to people and experiences you may have only ever dreamt about.
Necker Island, Sir Richard Branson’s private home, is a place on so many of our bucket lists – and we’ve teamed up with Virgin Unite to create the Business Chicks and Virgin Unite Leadership Gathering: an exclusive, intimate experience on Necker just for Business Chicks.
Every year, we take a handful of Business Chicks members to Sir Richard Branson’s private island paradise, the place that he calls home.
We hear from innovators who have disrupted entire industries and be moved by leaders that will inspire you to look deep within. And we do it in paradise: surrounded by turquoise waters, butter-soft white sand, exotic wildlife, world-class food and a group of like-minded people who know they can move mountains.
Our Leadership Gathering has taken place since 2015, and every person that’s joined us has gone on to achieve things they could never have imagined. They’ve formed partnerships and friendships that will last a lifetime, and left with nuggets mountains of advice they now live by.
Previous Leadership Gathering speakers include:
- Sir Richard Branson, founder of Virgin Group
- Gabby Giffords, former United States Representative and gun control advocate
- Mark Kelly, astronaut
- Adrian Grenier, actor
- Marianne Williamson, spiritual teacher, author and activist
- Mark Manson, author of “The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fuck”
- Matt Mullenweg, founder of WordPress
- Alyssa Milano, actress and activist
- Jane Wurwand, founder of Dermalogica
- Dr. Cady Coleman, astronaut
- Elizabeth Lesser, author
- Laura Brown, editor-in-chief of Instyle
- Diana Nyad, long distance swimmer
- Piper Kerman, author of “Orange is the New Black”
“The leadership gathering unleashed a bravery in me I didn’t know was there – the magic concoction of the people there, the speakers’ messages, and the little world which Richard has created, brought out the real me – the best version of myself who made a life changing decision on the way home (to quit my full time job and begin my business).“
Alex Tempany
Founder, Alex Tempany Jewellery
“Necker was a game changer for me. From the moment you get off the boat at the red jetty you can feel transformation in the air. The learnings, the de-briefs and the life long friendships I started there gave me clarity about what I wanted with my future, and the inspiration to come home and do more good in the world through my philanthropic pursuits. I can’t recommend it highly enough.”
Emma Hogan
NSW Public Service Commissioner
“I knew going to Necker Island would be amazing but had no clue of the magnitude the experience would bring me not only in my professional life, but my personal as well. I can honestly say I have grown in purpose, drive, direction and an invigorated spirit which transcends through all parts of my life. I’ve also made lifelong friendships with people from around the globe who I know are my biggest supporters and advocates. It truly was a life changing experience. So if you’re thinking of going, go for it!“
Justine Teggelove
Co-founder and CEO, Rodine Australia
“The leadership gathering unleashed a bravery in me I didn’t know was there – the magic concoction of the people there, the speakers’ messages, and the little world which Richard has created, brought out the real me – the best version of myself who made a life changing decision on the way home (to quit my full time job and begin my business).“
Alex Tempany
Founder, Alex Tempany Jewellery
“Necker was a game changer for me. From the moment you get off the boat at the red jetty you can feel transformation in the air. The learnings, the de-briefs and the life long friendships I started there gave me clarity about what I wanted with my future, and the inspiration to come home and do more good in the world through my philanthropic pursuits. I can’t recommend it highly enough.”
Emma Hogan
NSW Public Service Commissioner
“I knew going to Necker Island would be amazing but had no clue of the magnitude the experience would bring me not only in my professional life, but my personal as well. I can honestly say I have grown in purpose, drive, direction and an invigorated spirit which transcends through all parts of my life. I’ve also made lifelong friendships with people from around the globe who I know are my biggest supporters and advocates. It truly was a life changing experience. So if you’re thinking of going, go for it!“
Justine Teggelove
Co-founder and CEO, Rodine Australia
Want to know more?
Find out more about our 2023 trip to Necker by filling in the below application. (Please take your time to give our Selection Team as much information as possible!)
