A GRX26 Featured Event

Wednesday 6 May 2026 | 7:30am – 8:45am
Perth Convention & Exhibition Centre
 

An inspiring start to Day One at GRX26, the Women in STEM Breakfast brings together students, emerging professionals and senior leaders who are shaping the future of the resources sector through technology, innovation and leadership.

This high-impact morning experience connects the next generation with those who are already leading change — creating space for conversation, learning and meaningful connection before the conference program begins.

Global Resources Innovation Expo

 

Global Resources Innovation Expo

 

Why Attend

The resources sector is being transformed by emerging technologies — and women are playing a critical role in driving that change. The Women in STEM Breakfast provides a dedicated forum to explore how innovation is being activated in real-world environments, and how future leaders can position themselves to be part of that transformation.

Attendees will gain:

  • Insight into emerging technologies shaping mining and resources
  • Practical lessons from leaders driving technology deployment
  • Connection across career stages — from students to executives
  • Perspective on leadership pathways in a technology-driven industry
  • A strong network to carry forward through GRX26 and beyond

Global Resources Innovation Expo

Keynote Presentation

From Drones to Decisions — How Women are Shaping Resources Technology

Dr Catherine Ball — Scientific Futurist, Author & Founder

From tracking turtles off Western Australia’s coastline to advising on the future of autonomous mining, Dr Catherine Ball has witnessed firsthand how technology is transforming industries.

In this keynote, Catherine will explore how drones, AI, robotics and automation are reshaping the resources sector — and why women are uniquely positioned to lead this transformation. Drawing on her experience founding the World of Drones Congress and advising global innovation challenges, she will challenge attendees to move from passive observers to active architects of mining’s technological future.

Global Resources Innovation Expo

Panel Discussion

The Technology Activation Gap — Bridging Innovation Intent and Operational Reality

Rather than speaking about technology in the abstract, panellists will share:

  • Real decisions they have made
  • Barriers they have encountered
  • What worked — and what didn’t
  • Actions attendees can apply within their own organisations

This is a practical, outcomes-focused conversation designed to move innovation from intent to execution.

Who Should Attend?

The Women in STEM Breakfast is designed for:

  • Students and early-career professionals
  • Emerging leaders
  • Senior executives and decision-makers
  • Engineers, technologists and innovators
    Anyone passionate about advancing women in resources and technology

Event Details

Date: Wednesday 6 May 2026
Time: 7:30am – 8:45am
Location: Perth Convention & Exhibition Centre
Format: Sit-down hot breakfast, keynote and panel discussion
Ticket Type: Add-on event to GRX26 registration

Members: $55
Non-Members: $75
Table of 10: $550

Includes sit-down hot breakfast and full program.

Start GRX26 inspired.

Join the Women in STEM Breakfast and be part of the conversation shaping the future of resources.

Registrations open January 2026.

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